POWERED BY BELLY BANDS Jump into the world of postpartum recovery. We’re dishing on how to pamper your mind, body, and soul for a happy, healthy start to new motherhood. This feature is Part 1 of our Postpartum Series in partnership with Belly Bands, exploring the fourth trimester and how …
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 …
Birthing with confidence … trusting your body and overcoming fear
Birth. It can seem overwhelming and scary AF, but just remember that you were made for this. Still need a little convincing? Here’s the pep talk you need for birthing with confidence. By Harper Steele There’s an innate and undeniable power within each of us; a sacred life force that …
The #1 thing you need for pregnancy and postpartum
POWERED BY BELLY BANDS Pregnancy and postpartum can be a real pain in the bod. But it doesn’t have to be… This feature is Part 2 of our Pregnancy and Postpartum Series in partnership with Belly Bands, exploring the first to fourth trimesters and how to care for the woman inside the …
11 signs you might have postnatal depression and anxiety
When the baby blues last longer than a few weeks or so, it’s important to consider whether postnatal depression or anxiety has set in. By Cheryl Fingleson Adjusting to parenthood is tough going and it’s natural for parents – both mums and dads – to feel overwhelmed by their new …
Mama truth: What if I don’t like my baby?
Guest Editor Rebecca Hooton shares her increds experience of having her first baby and the fears she felt about motherhood. By Rebecca Hooton I was on my hands and knees on the bed waiting to have my baby. It was 6am and I’d been in labour all night. I had nothing left to give, …
How to nurture your needs during pregnancy
During pregnancy [and postpartum], you are constantly reminded to nurture your needs, gather your village. And once upon a time – and still today, in many traditional cultures – a pregnant woman would be surrounded by her village. By Gabrielle Nancarrow A village of mothers, grandmothers, sisters, aunties and friends who brought wisdom, …
What happens after giving birth? 10 things to expect
Ever wondered what happens after giving birth? Dive into the raw, beautiful reality of postpartum life with these 10 unexpected truths. By Charlotte Cruz 1. The Mother of All Contractions Hold on to your maternity pants, because those contractions aren’t over just yet. Afterbirth contractions continue as your uterus works …
How to survive pregnancy and morning sickness
Some women love pregnancy and others need to know how to survive pregnancy and morning sickness! By Gabrielle Nancarrow Your experience will be absolutely unique to you. And I hope that you feel empowered to speak the truth about what you are feeling. Not only will it help you feel less alone …
[Guest Editor] Leah Patara: Why you need a birth doula
Leah Patara is a birth doula, conscious conception meditation teacher, and creator of sacred spaces. She is also the founder of the Womb Room Collective. Here she explains the difference a doula can make. By Leah Patara A birth doula becomes a mother’s confidant, guide, and biggest cheerleader. The support …
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