Preparing for motherhood can be both exciting and challenging. Not sure where to start? Here are some tips to help you navigate this journey. By Charlotte Cruz 1. Educate yourself Read books, attend workshops, and join online forums to learn about pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting. The more knowledge you have, …
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 …
The transformative power of a consistent self-care ritual
Unleash the transformative power of a self care ritual. It’s time to glow and flow. This is what you need. By Ava Wilde In the wild rollercoaster ride of motherhood, it can be a mammoth task to carve out those precious moments for self-care and self love. Say goodbye to …
[Guest Editor] Megan Dalla-Camina: What is the Motherhood Paradox?
Best-selling author Megan Dalla-Camina unpacks the pressures on working women (no you’re not just imagining it). Welcome to the Motherhood Paradox. By Megan Dalla-Camina Have you ever stopped to ponder why women tend to be the primary caregivers in their families, despite also working full time? And have you ever …
How to set boundaries and 4 signs you need to
If you think boundaries are just those things between your neighbour’s house and yours, this is for you. By Gemma Dawkins I know you, because I am you. A people pleaser. A Type-A person. The kind that would rather pull out all my eyelashes one by one than let somebody …
5 ways to keep your sanity this Christmas
Feeling overwhelmed? We hear you, babe. Christmas can be a lot for mamas. Follow these tips for a stress-free vibe and save your sanity. By Ava Wilde Oh, girl, let’s face it, we’re usually the ones juggling a million things come Christmas time, right? But, hear me out, what if …
Declutter your mind: 5 easy steps to a clearer, calmer you
A busy mind often leads to stress and then ’round the bend is overwhelm. Try these tips to declutter your mind. By Roberta Hughes When life is busy, our minds get cluttered with all the thoughts required to manage and stay afloat. These thoughts take up space and energy, often leaving us feeling exhausted, …
9 tips for mothers with ADHD: navigating motherhood with confidence
Parenting is quite the rollercoaster ride, right? And for mothers with ADHD, it can feel like an even wilder adventure. But don’t worry, we’ve got your back! Here are some tips to help you rock motherhood with confidence, ADHD style. By Ava Wilde 1. Own Your Superpowers You’ve got some …
How to identify mum burnout
Sometimes, as mums, we are faced with a wave of exhaustion that doesn’t just involve our body but seeps into our very being. Yep, we’re talking about mum burnout. By Ava Wilde How can you tell if you’re caught in the whirlwind of this mum burnout? Firstly, you’re likely to …
6 ways to adjust to returning to work after maternity leave
There comes a time when caring for a little human 24/7 is interrupted by your maternity leave coming to an end. Here’s what you need to know. By Natalie Bascur Let’s be honest… seeing the number of maternity leave days count down SUCKS! Most mamas would gladly set up camp in the …