Life is suddenly very different when you become a mama, and every journey is different. There is no right or wrong way of doing things and it’s important to allow yourself to find your own way. By Jen Dugard Here are 5 tips to staying healthy and happy as a mum …
5 ways to sleep your way to better mental health
A lot of us are so tired and so stressed that we’re struggling to sleep well. It’s a vicious cycle of worse stress, worse sleep, and deteriorating mental wellbeing. By Stephanie Centofanti, Psychology Academic at UniSA Online If this is you [it is us, too], we need to break the cycle. But …
4 things you need to know about when you’re pregnant
A healthy pregnancy comes down to a healthy YOU. How you treat your body pre-pregnancy, during pregnancy, and after you’ve given birth can all have affects on your baby. By Kate Save, clinician dietitian So eating the right foods, knowing what to avoid, and what vitamins are essential and safe are all important …
5 of the best homemade body scrubs
Homemade body scrubs are inexpensive and super-easy to make. Perfect for busy mamas to squeeze in a pamper sash, because… #selfcare. The best thing about making body scrubs yourself is you know exactly what you are putting on your skin – no nasties, no additives, just simple everyday ingredients you have …
Boost your energy levels with these hacks
The juggle is real! In between work responsibilities, training and being a mama, keeping up energy levels is a must if we have a hope in hell of keeping up with life’s demands. By Eloise Wellings, Olympian and philanthropist How to get the most out of your daily routine and boost …
5 ways to ease loneliness as a new mother
When you have a baby, you’re often left wondering why it’s so lonely being a new mum. And that can come as a BIG shock. By Dr Nicole Highet For most mamas, it hits after the flood of visitors have been and gone, partners have gone back to work (often too soon), …
6 simple ways to lead a more creative life
Ask anyone if they have any creative pursuits and you usually get one of two responses: ‘Yes, I love… [insert enthusiastic conversation about hobby here]’, or ‘Oh, I’m really not a creative type’. But, not being creative is one of life’s biggest myths. Everyone has the capacity for creativity. In the …
How to find ‘me-time’ when there is no time
Mama, it’s time to make some me-time. Because you are a multi-tasking and multi-talented wonder woman. You are a mum! By Natalie Bascur There is juggling small children, working, maintaining friendships and spending time with your partner. It can seem impossible to find time for yourself. And let me tell you, …
Give your self-esteem a boost with these 6 tips
“Self-esteem is simply the idea that you appreciate yourself for who you are – flaws and all!” -Miranda Murray
The Life-Changing Outlook that came from Beating Cancer
It all started with a routine check – you know, the one you do because you should, because I was sent a reminder, because it had been 18 months or so since my last – and it quickly turned into a cancer nightmare. By Alexandra Ganipeau Isn’t it funny how at …