Mama, we need to have a chat about child consent. By Nicole Fuge, MD® Managing Editor Most Australian adults think we should start teaching our littles about consent and their body after school age. But it actually needs to start much earlier, because kids aged between 0-4 are most at-risk of abuse …
Can you breastfeed when taking depression and anxiety medication?
Navigating the labyrinth of motherhood? Let’s get real about whether you can breastfeed when taking depression and anxiety medication. By Mama Disrupt® The ups and downs of motherhood can be a real whirlwind. And guess what? You’re not alone. Depression and anxiety are more common than you might think, and …
3 things to know about reducing the risk of stillbirth
Sadly, about 2200 families experience stillbirth each year in Australia. While not all stillbirths are preventable, you can reduce the risk. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor Stillbirth. It’s not something any mother expects to go through, so when it happens, the big question is – WHY? Brisbane mum, Holly, …
5 real self-care practices (better for you than a bubble bath)
It’s hard to put our own health and wellbeing first as mums. But some of the best acts of self-care are easy to implement into daily mum life. Nutritionist and Herbalist, Jessica Hoskins, shows us how. By Jessica Hoskins I spend a lot of my time working with mothers from around the world, …
How to nurture your needs during pregnancy
During pregnancy [and postpartum], you are constantly reminded to nurture your needs, gather your village. And once upon a time – and still today, in many traditional cultures – a pregnant woman would be surrounded by her village. By Gabrielle Nancarrow A village of mothers, grandmothers, sisters, aunties and friends who brought wisdom, …
[Guest Editor] Angela Simson: 7 ways to reduce your stress
There will always be times in life when stress takes over and life seems too hard. Try these tips to get you back on track… By Angela Simson Stress takes over and life almost seems too hard. These can be the times when you turn to old comforts and growth …
Feeling mum guilt on the regular? 5 parenting hacks to live by
It’s time to ditch the mum guilt. Human behaviour specialist and best-selling author Dr John Demartini shares these hacks to help set yourself up to become a happier and healthier mama. By Dr John Demartini Mothers often feel conflicted about how they have parented (hello mum guilt). One moment, they’re giving themselves a high …
10 ways to get better sleep and look after your mind health
From memory magic to emotional resets, discover why sleep is your ultimate health superpower. Sweet dreams! By Mama Disrupt® Ever feel like life’s turned into a non-stop treadmill? With our phones pinging away and the whirlwind of tasks that come with juggling motherhood, work, and, well, just life—it’s no wonder …
6 easy ways to feel like yourself again – or at least fake it until you do
It is easy to lose yourself when you become a mum. But you will get back to her when you’re ready. In the meantime, here are some hacks to help you feel like yourself again (even if just a little bit). By Emily Crawford Kids. They love to party all …
Why setting boundaries is easy but maintaining them is hard
Have you found that setting boundaries is easy but maintaining them is hard? You’re not alone. Let’s look at the modern mama’s ultimate challenge. By Charlotte Cruz Motherhood is an exhilarating roller coaster that no one truly prepares you for. In the midst of this enthralling journey, today’s mothers find …