There is at least one thing every mama asks herself (or asks Google) when she has a baby. Do your breasts go back to normal when you finish breastfeeding? By Mama Disrupt® Ah, the joys of motherhood! One minute you’re beaming with pride at your new arrival, and the next, …
‘Breastfeeding is really hard’ – the silent struggle of so many mothers
Breastfeeding is really hard. And it had me feeling like I’d already failed as a mother before I’d barely become one. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor Breastfeeding – often hailed as the most natural form of nourishment for a newborn – comes with its own set of challenges. …
[Guest Editor] Maxine Stokes: Bonding through breastfeeding
Mama muse Maxine Stokes shares her breastfeeding journey – from latching on, to letting go. By Maxine Stokes I had no expectations, but I was always so inquisitive and excited to experience the whole breastfeeding journey. I guess I was just up for anything and had a really open mind. That’s …
5 foods to eat when breastfeeding hunger strikes
Breastfeeding mamas, we’ve all been there… tearing through the pantry looking for something to eat because it feels like your bebe is sucking the life out of you. Here are 5 super nourishing foods that will give you the boost you need. By Steph Wearne, Head of Nutrition at 28 …
Milk Makers Series: What is normal when breastfeeding?
POWERED BY MEDELA What is normal when breastfeeding? It’s a question we get asked a lot. We speak to 4 milk-making mamas about their experiences, and bust 5 milk-making myths. This feature is Part 2 of our Milk Makers Series in partnership with Medela, deep diving into all things breastfeeding …
Milk Makers Series: The Real Guide to Breastfeeding
POWERED BY MEDELA Welcome to latch-on life, lady. Take a seat in the lactation lounge, and say hello to your real guide to breastfeeding. This your boob bible. This feature is Part 1 of our Milk Makers Series in partnership with Medela, deep diving into all things breastfeeding – from …
Not feeling yourself? Here are 11 signs you might have PND
When baby blues last longer than a few weeks, it’s important to know if postnatal depression or anxiety has set in. It’s not you, it’s PND. By Cheryl Fingleson Adjusting to parenthood is tough going and it’s natural for parents – both mums and dads – to feel overwhelmed by …
What are colostrum supplements and why is everyone taking them?
Colostrum supplements … could they just be the new powerhouse in wellness? Let’s have a look at WTF they are and why peeps are going crazy for them. By Mama Disrupt® Have you heard about what’s rocking the wellness world? Colostrum supplements. Yup. That’s right. If you’ve breastfed your little ones, …
Blake Lively proves she really is just like the rest of us
This year, the fab Blake Lively chose to give the Met Gala a miss for a cozier, more relatable night. And we’re totes vibing. By Mama Disrupt® As if we couldn’t love Blake Lively more, she goes and does something like this. Our beloved “Gossip Girl” star, who recently celebrated …
Rachel McAdams breastfeeds on set of ‘Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret’
Actress Rachel McAdams has been praised for normalising breastfeeding after she was photographed feeding her baby girl during breaks in filming, Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret. By Mama Disrupt® As any breastfeeding mama knows – when your babe is hungry, they’re hungry. And whipping one out shouldn’t be a …