Feeling bad about your parenting decisions could be what is holding you back from making the right ones. Lizzie O’Halloran, author of Perfect Mum: How To Survive The Emotional Rollercoaster of Motherhood, says it’s time to ditch the mum guilt! By Lizzie O’Halloran Mum guilt can wreak havoc on self-esteem …
3 of the best motherhood podcasts
Whether you pop in your AirPods to drown out overstimulating noise, have an hour of me-time, or are trying to stay awake while nursing in the wee hours, here are 3 of the best motherhood podcasts we’re listening to right now. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor Podcasts have …
How being an introvert is a superpower when you’re a mama
“You might not be assertive, or outspoken … but being an introvert means you are a caring, insightful, thoughtful, empathetic and fiercely loyal soul.”
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[Guest Editor] Gina Urlich: Why are mothers so busy?
Why are mothers so busy? The mental load of motherhood. And it’s finally becoming more recognised within society. Hallelujah! By Gina Urlich It’s a valid question – why are mothers so busy? Well, let me tell you. It’s the mental load of motherhood, and it is HEAVY. Somewhere between getting …
How to reconnect with yourself as a woman when you become a mother
With new motherhood often comes a changing sense of identity. Here are some simple suggestions to prioritise self-care and reconnect with yourself in just a few easy steps. By Lauren Verona As women, we go through many transitions in our life span. But none as pivotal as the shift into …
Why you need to surround yourself with strong women
Happy International Women’s Day! A day to celebrate all of the strong women in your life … and to love on yourself, too. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor I am proud to be a woman. A mother. A daughter. And it is on days like this, International Women’s …
Why we feel parental guilt and 6 ways to stop it
Parental guilt. More of us are feeling it. But when you know what kids need to thrive, you realise there’s no need to sweat the small stuff! By Chrissie Davies Parental guilt. There is no doubt that mounting pressure on modern-day parents has led to an increased feeling of guilt. And it …
Why being a mother isn’t always easy
Author and mum-of-three Emma Heaphy shares a real and raw account of motherhood. Being a mother isn’t always easy, but we wouldn’t change it. By Emma Heaphy Being a mother isn’t always easy, But I wouldn’t change it. Not a single thing. Not the tired. Not the relentlessness. Not the …
What Jacinda Ardern has taught us about stress and burnout
Stress and burnout is affecting more and more of us – especially here in Australia and New Zealand. And the decision for Jacinda Ardern to resign as New Zealand Prime Minister is something we can all learn from. By Peter Hayton, Chief Psychologist at The Banyans Healthcare Trying to juggle work …
[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 …