Playing is freaking amazing. In fact it is one of the most important things in a child’s first 1000 days of life. Professor Julie Green, Executive Director at raisingchildren.net.au explains exactly how it helps strengthen your bond with your bebe. By Professor Julie Green All mums know the game peek-a-boo… …
9 ways to keep your body moving in the third trimester
Mama, by the third trimester you have gained weight, it is hard to sleep and the overall physical discomfort is real. Clinical psychologist and personal trainer, Dr Samantha Clarke (PhD), shares some tips to stay active. By Dr Samantha Clarke The third trimester of pregnancy is often referred to as the ‘teary’ …
How we are raising the next generation of modern men
Boys deserve to feel free to express their emotions and be themselves without apology. Say hello to the next generation of modern men. By Nicole Fuge, MD® Managing Editor Be Your Own Man is an amazeballs read for boys aged six to 12 (and your baby-daddy would benefit from the message too). …
How to lean into your own power and use it to your advantage in life
When you validate yourself, you lean into your power, radiate what you’re calling in, and let yourself rise to [your version of] the top. By Cassie Mendoza-Jones Are you ready to own what you do? Ready to acknowledge how far you’ve come (even if you think you still have places to go), and …
3 ways to beat mum guilt
Feeling bad about your parenting decisions could be what is holding you back from making the right ones. Lizzie O’Halloran, author of Perfect Mum: How To Survive The Emotional Rollercoaster of Motherhood, says it’s time to ditch the mum guilt! By Lizzie O’Halloran Mum guilt can wreak havoc on self-esteem …
How being an introvert is a superpower when you’re a mama
“You might not be assertive, or outspoken … but being an introvert means you are a caring, insightful, thoughtful, empathetic and fiercely loyal soul.”
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How to reconnect with yourself as a woman when you become a mother
With new motherhood often comes a changing sense of identity. Here are some simple suggestions to prioritise self-care and reconnect with yourself in just a few easy steps. By Lauren Verona As women, we go through many transitions in our life span. But none as pivotal as the shift into …
Why we feel parental guilt and 6 ways to stop it
Parental guilt. More of us are feeling it. But when you know what kids need to thrive, you realise there’s no need to sweat the small stuff! By Chrissie Davies Parental guilt. There is no doubt that mounting pressure on modern-day parents has led to an increased feeling of guilt. And it …
What everyone needs to know about PND
Each mum who has PND, experiences it in a different way. But it is possible to break the cycle – you just need to know how. By Heather Lindsay One in five mums suffer from perinatal anxiety and depression. That’s 20%. That’s huge! By definition, it stands for depression or anxiety that occurs …
Why being a mother isn’t always easy
Author and mum-of-three Emma Heaphy shares a real and raw account of motherhood. Being a mother isn’t always easy, but we wouldn’t change it. By Emma Heaphy Being a mother isn’t always easy, But I wouldn’t change it. Not a single thing. Not the tired. Not the relentlessness. Not the …