Feeling bad about your parenting decisions could be what’s holding you back from making the RIGHT ones. It’s time to ditch the mum guilt! By Rebecca Hooton Let’s talk about mum guilt. I have it, you have it, we all have it. So let’s talk about it, mama. Meet Katie*. …
Mastering the motherhood juggle – 5 key strategies for better balance
Feeling the pressure of being a mum and everything else? Follow these 5 steps to overcome the juggle of motherhood. By Amy Molloy 1. A REMINDER TO RELEASE LETTING GO OF YOUR GRIP Whenever I feel out of my comfort zone, I can fall into a space of ‘over-coping’, refusing …
[Guest Editor] Olympian Eloise Wellings: 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 …
[Guest Editor] Dr Libby Weaver: Do I have Rushing Woman’s Syndrome?
Frantic lifestyles are wreaking havoc on our nervous systems. Could you have Rushing Woman’s Syndrome? By Dr Libby Weaver It’s a question I’m asked often, do I have Rushing Woman’s Syndrome? In a world that is becoming increasingly ‘connected’ (just think of the number of times you have looked at …
Mama truth: “I want to stop drinking. I think I need help.”
By Victoria Vanstone I heard the baby crying again. But I didn’t get up. I stayed, hiding in my bedroom. He needed me, but I couldn’t do it. I was too hungover to look after my baby. Again. I don’t remember getting home. The last thing I recall was seeing both …
Feeling flat? 7 ways to feel more inspired every day
Inspiration. The word brings to mind Insta quotes of the day. But what does it mean and can you really wake up inspired? Yes, you can! By Natalie Bascur 1. Discard unwanted commitments We often say ‘yes‘ to things too much. It’s much harder to actively choose our projects than to …
Breaking the perfect mum myth: 4 reasons to embrace imperfection
The truth behind the perfect mum myth, empowering tips for real-life motherhood and why striving for perfection is unrealistic. By Dr Hayley Watson, Clinical Psychologist On social media we see only the positive sides of people’s lives, and it’s easy to get down on ourselves about how we measure up. And …
5 ways to boost your mental health this Spring
Spring is a chance to reset your body, mind and soul. Teresa Cutter [The Healthy Chef] shares her top tips to boost your wellbeing. By Teresa Cutter This year has not been easy (are they ever?!), and almost everyone’s mental wellness has taken a hit – you’re probably feeling like …
[Guest Editor] Mindi Palm: Becoming a mother completely changed me
Becoming a mother is a rollercoaster of crazy, much like putting your brain in the blender. So high five if you get out alive. By Mindi Palm Let’s take a moment to quietly reflect on the fact that there’s a little cray cray in each one of us. Sure, lunacy …
Struggling with big emotions? 4 practical tips to navigate your day
When you hit the season of motherhood when big emotions are at play, it suddenly feels all too hard. But don’t worry, here are some tips to help you get through. By Mama Disrupt® As mums, we’re always harder on ourselves than we should be. We thought we would be …