“The overwhelming responsibility for the life of this tiny person means you naturally put yourself firmly at the bottom of the pile. But a little self-care goes a long way, meaning you don’t just survive but thrive.”
Reasons why having no birth plan is the best plan
Just like motherhood, birth doesn’t always go to plan. So if you’re pregnant and thinking about your birth plan, there is a strong argument for throwing that all out the window and just going with the flow. By Mindi Palm If you’re anything like me, you imagine your birth experience …
Feeling stressed? 10 simple ways to add more zen to your life
Feeling overwhelmed and stressed AF? Hang tight mama, here are 10 simple tips to add some zen to your life. By Alisha Kinna Zen is about spiritual awakening. Zen is yin and yang, nothing yet everything, beginning and end. In fact, zen means a lot of things, but the one key thing …
[Guest Editor] Mindi Palm: Becoming a mother completely changed me
Becoming a mother is a rollercoaster of crazy, much like putting your brain in the blender. So high five if you get out alive. By Mindi Palm Let’s take a moment to quietly reflect on the fact that there’s a little cray cray in each one of us. Sure, lunacy …
Due in Winter? Check out these cool baby names
Discover the top baby names inspired by Winter. If you’re looking for a name inspired by the chilly months, these names are super cool. By Mama Disrupt® Finding the perfect name for your mini bae can be tricky. Make sure you bookmark this list of Winter baby names, there’s loads …
6 ways to adjust to returning to work after maternity leave
There comes a time when caring for a little human 24/7 is interrupted by your maternity leave coming to an end. Here’s what you need to know. By Natalie Bascur Let’s be honest… seeing the number of maternity leave days count down SUCKS! Most mamas would gladly set up camp in the …
7 ways to Feng Shui your nursery (and why you should)
We don’t often think about layout when setting up the baby’s room, but should you? Here is how to Feng Shui your nursery. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor The nursery is one of the most fun things to do when prepping for your bebe’s arrival – but have …
9 essential facts you need to know about the first trimester of pregnancy
Hey mama-to-be, congratulations on embarking on this incredible journey of motherhood. The first trimester of pregnancy is an absolute game-changer, so buckle up and get ready for an adventure. By Charlotte Cruz Here’s what you need to know about those early months: 1. Time frame The first trimester spans from week …
[Guest Editor] Claire Tonti: Birth trauma, miscarriage and matrescence
Claire Tonti, honours us all with her new song, released on Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day, and her debut album ‘Matrescence’. By Claire Tonti When I went into labour at 30, after what had been a relatively easy pregnancy, I thought I had motherhood figured out. As a primary …
How to support a new mum during the first weeks
Being a new mum is a time of excitement and joy, but it is also one of hard work and uncertainty [thanks hormones]. So if your partner or friend has just given birth, read this to know how you can properly support a new mum through her postpartum journey. By Ava …