Rocking the stay-at-home life with its tantrums and endless chores? We feel you. That’s when stay-at-home mum depression can sneak in, dimming your glow. But remember, you’re not in this alone. By Charlotte Cruz Stay-at-home mums often have an incredibly rewarding yet challenging role. While they are central to the …
How to identify the differences between burnout and postnatal depression
Burnout and postnatal depression (PND) are two different conditions that can occur after having a baby. While some of the symptoms can feel very similar, here is how to tell the difference. By Charlotte Cruz As mamas, we experience an onslaught of emotional changes and challenges that we were not …
Do you have dysthymia? 4 ways the hidden disorder is impacting mums
Do you have dysthymia? Have you even heard of it? Not many have, so let’s take a look at what this persistent depressive disorder is, and how it’s affecting mamas. By Harper Steele When it comes to motherhood, there are many challenges and emotions that come along with it. However, …
‘I found out I had breast cancer the same day I found out the gender of my baby’
Jessica Allen chats with Mama Disrupt® about juggling a rare breast cancer diagnosis, pregnancy and new motherhood semi-solo. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor “Holding tightly onto the hand of my three-year-old son I found out I had breast cancer…” Oof. As a mother of a three year old boy, …
[Guest Editor] Tammi Kirkness: Helping kids with big emotions can help us too
Tammi Kirkness, author of The Panic Button Book, shares her tips on keeping kids cool and calm. You might even find it helps you work through your own big emotions. By Tammi Kirkness, author of The Panic Button Book When we help our child manage their emotional wellbeing it can actually …
‘Please help, I think my partner has perinatal depression and anxiety’
Perinatal Depression and Anxiety not only affects mums, but dads, too. The Gidget Foundation tells us what we can do to help each other. By Amelia Walker from Gidget Foundation Australia It’s hard having a baby. But for some mums and dads, there is another level of toughness to get through …
3 easy mindfulness tips to help calm your busy mind
We get it, it can be hard to find the time to fit mindfulness into your busy day. So follow these easy mindfulness tips, zen mama. By Keisha Singleton Mindfulness. The art of taking time to live in the moment and exist consciously in the present. It seems an easy state …
Why does it seem like so many mums have postpartum depression and anxiety?
Postpartum depression and anxiety have always been there, but the newfound openness in discussing them marks a significant shift. By Harper Steele So, here’s the thing: postpartum depression and anxiety are not new. But what is new is how we’re talking about them. There’s a growing openness and a shift in …
Maternal Mental Health: ‘I didn’t sign up for this’
Navigating the highs and lows of motherhood, many mums find themselves thinking, “I didn’t sign up for this.” By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor “I didn’t sign up for this,” I often catch myself thinking. Usually when I’m running on my 1750th night of broken sleep, trying to stop …
How to overcome postpartum mood and anxiety disorders
Postpartum mood and anxiety disorders can affect anyone at any time, but with help, it’s never too late to find yourself again. By Nicole Fuge, MD® Managing Editor Like most new mothers, Paige Bellenbaum was completely out of her depth when she had her son, Max, 14 years ago. She …
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