Life changes when you become a mum, and every journey is different. But it’s important to be happy and healthy in your own way. By Jen Dugard 1. GET TO KNOW YOUR NEW BODY Returning to exercise when you feel ready is an important part of staying active as a …
5 easy ways to practise self-care when you have a baby
If you’re feeling like you need to lay down for like a week, you need these easy ways to practise self-care. By Lizzie Bland It’s a well-known fact that you have to take care of yourself in order to take care of others [you can’t pour from an empty cup!]. …
Feeling overwhelmed? How to survive modern motherhood
So many mothers are feeling overwhelmed at the moment. And can you blame us?Patrice Washington shares the secrets to managing the mama juggle. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor We are given high fives for having superhuman abilities, but the truth is we need someone to throw us a …
Are you feeling stressed? Feel more zen with these 4 tips
The mental load is heavy and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. So if you’re feeling stressed it’s time to declutter your body, mind and soul. By Nicole Fuge, MD® Managing Editor It’s only the start of the year, but I know I’m not the only one who feels like their soul …
5 ways to sleep your way to better mental health
We are so tired and so stressed that we’re struggling to sleep well. And as Stephanie Centofanti, Psychology Academic at UniSA Online explains, it’s a vicious cycle deteriorating our mental wellbeing. By Stephanie Centofanti If this is you, it’s time to break the cycle. But how? What is the answer to …
6 powerful tips to elevate your self-esteem
“Self-esteem is simply the idea that you appreciate yourself for who you are – flaws and all!” -Miranda Murray
7 simple morning rituals to change your life
Oprah Winfrey has one, even Richard Branson has one … morning rituals are the key to surviving stress and keeping sanity intact. By Mama Disrupt® While these icons are clearly running global businesses – surviving a typical mama day and trying to juggle our own hopes and goals, is not much different …
3 essential ways to look after yourself while caring for others
Self-care is all about loving on your body, mind and soul – giving it the attention it deserves. But when you’re looking after tiny humans, it can be hard to find time to look after yourself. By Nicole Fuge, MD® Managing Editor Self-care means different things to different people. Since becoming …
4 things you need to know for a healthy pregnancy
A healthy pregnancy comes down to a healthy you. Clinician dietitian Kate Save shares her top tips. By Kate Save How you treat your body pre-pregnancy, during pregnancy, and after you’ve given birth can all have affects on your baby. So eating the right foods, knowing what to avoid, and what vitamins are …
Easy and natural DIY recipes for 5 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 …