The excitement of pregnancy can turn to misery when morning sickness kicks in. Don’t worry, fertility naturopath and herbalist Nikki Warren, shares some ways to make yourself feel not so sh*t! By Nikki Warren The excitement of a positive pregnancy test can soon turn to misery for some women around week 6 of pregnancy, …
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. …
Permission to be yourself … the pep talk all mums need right now
When your cup is full, you can show up as your best self for yourself. All you need is permission. As Personal Trainer, Jen Dugard, tells us. By Jen Dugard As mothers we are told that we should take care of ourselves, and ‘fill our cups‘ so that we can be …
How to explain ANZAC Day to your kids
Another important day – more important questions. Let’s chat about ANZAC Day and how to make kiddo convos meaningful and age-appropriate. By Mama Disrupt® First things first, let’s break down what ANZAC Day is all about. ANZAC Day, celebrated on April 25th, marks the anniversary of the first major military …
9 ways to feel better when you’re in the third trimester
Oh mama, the physical discomfort of the third trimester is REAL!
We know we need to stay fit and active, but what can you do when you feel SO uncomfortable?
[Guest Editor] Tammi Kirkness: Helping kids with big emotions can help us too
Tammi Kirkness, author of The Panic Button Book, shares her tips on keeping kids cool and calm. You might even find it helps you work through your own big emotions. By Tammi Kirkness, author of The Panic Button Book When we help our child manage their emotional wellbeing it can actually …
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 …
Is the Easter Bunny real? How to handle that curly question
So, your child just asked if the Easter Bunny isn’t real, huh? No worries! Here are a few tips and tricks for handling that curly question. By Ava Wilde It’s the question most of us fear. Is the Easter Bunny real? Because as mums, we try to bring the magic …
‘Please help, I think my partner has perinatal depression and anxiety’
Perinatal Depression and Anxiety not only affects mums, but dads, too. The Gidget Foundation tells us what we can do to help each other. By Amelia Walker from Gidget Foundation Australia It’s hard having a baby. But for some mums and dads, there is another level of toughness to get through …