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, …
When they no longer need you: The emotion of kids getting older
‘You’re lucky you have time…’ How coffee with a friend changed my perspective of motherhood and my kids. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor Motherhood is a journey filled with countless phases, each bringing its own joys and challenges. The early years are intense – our little ones rely …
5 things we love about Belly Bands
POWERED BY BELLY BANDS Meet the Australian brand that’s redefining support for motherhood … 200,000+ women worldwide can’t be wrong. This feature is Part 3 of our Pregnancy and Postpartum Series in partnership with Belly Bands, exploring the first to fourth trimesters and how to care for the woman inside the …
6 reasons why more mess can make you feel more stress
Mess can really make you feel the stress. So when your home is in chaos, your brain can feel like it’s in total chaos, too. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor For me, a messy house equals a messy mind. And I often feel really triggered by the message …
6 Instagram accounts to follow to celebrate Mother’s Day 2024
Get the feel good vibes flowing this Mother’s Day 2024 and soak in the gloriousness of motherhood with these beautiful Insta accounts. By Mama Disrupt® Motherhood, oh how beautifully complex it is. It’s true, being a mother is no easy feat. The sleepless nights, the endless demands, the juggling act …
Maternal mental health truths: ‘I never knew motherhood would be like this’
It is World Maternal Mental Health Day, so let’s talk open and honestly about our postpartum and motherhood journeys. Because chances are what you’re feeling, the mother beside you is feeling it, too. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor I never knew motherhood would be like this, would feel like this. …
Why resentment breeds in motherhood (and how to tame it)
Ditch the guilt and dive into why resentment rears its ugly head and how to deal with it like a boss. By Anneka Rose Feel like a martyr? You’re not alone. Many of us struggle with resentment. But what if embracing that “icky” feeling could be the key to a …
Why ‘Old Mums’ are rewriting the motherhood script
Forget the ticking clock. More women are choosing to bloom into motherhood later in life – and it’s leading to a boom of ‘Old Mums’. By Mama Disrupt® You’ve seen the viral ‘We’re Old Mums’ videos on Insta and TikTok. But behind the funnies, are women smashing stereotypes. Proving that …
3 apps to rescue your rest on World Sleep Day (and beyond)
It may be World Sleep Day, but for many mums, how many Zzz’s we clock up is out of our hands. If that’s you, here are 3 apps to help you reclaim your rest. By Mama Disrupt® If you’re a modern mum, juggling more hats than a haberdashery on a …
How grandparents can boost a mother’s mental wellbeing
Modern mums may not have the whole village. But even having grandparents around has been shown to help a mother’s mental wellbeing. By Anneka Rose Being a mum is brilliant, but let’s be honest, it’s also bloody hard. Especially when the kids are so little and it can feel like there …