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5 ways to be an active, happy and healthy mama
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 …
[Guest Editor] Lucy Bloom: 5 mistakes partners make in the delivery room
There is more to supporting a woman through the birth of a baby than showing up in the delivery room and taking photos at the end. By Lucy Bloom Keeping a woman safe, happy and focussed in labour is your number one job as her support person. “You can actually slow labour down …
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 easy ways to declutter your mind
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, stressed and overwhelmed. By Roberta Hughes So if life is starting to get on top of you and you’re struggling to find moments of peace among …
[Guest Editor] Cass Deller: Life with young kids is really hard
Each season of motherhood has its challenges. Surface Designer and mum, Cass Deller, shares how life is for her, with two young kids who need her all. the. time. By Cass Deller, Surface Pattern Designer + Mama of 2 My kids are seven and three. And I will honestly say that …
How Jacinda Ardern’s resignation will impact mothers everywhere
Jacinda Ardern quits, proving we don’t have to try to be superwomen – because we already are. By Jessica Jane Sammut, Founder of Mama Disrupt When it comes to leading the way in walking away, Jacinda Ardern couldn’t be clearer. Stepping down as the Prime Minister of New Zealand, citing …
The 5 types of friends you need in your village
It takes A VILLAGE, right, mama? But what if you’re not sure what your village looks like? By Rebecca Hanley Here’s who you’re gonna need and where to find them. 1. The Mum Friend When you’re pregnant, every mother you know will tell you that you’ll need some mum friends. And ‘Before …
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 …