For Jessica Hill, founder of The Parent Collective, friendships in new motherhood were her lifeline – through the 3am feeds, the postpartum blues, and the chaos of new parenthood. By Jessica Hill Becoming a mum is like jumping into the deep end of a pool you’ve never swum in before, …
Postpartum Series: New mum’s guide to postpartum recovery
POWERED BY BELLY BANDS Jump into the world of postpartum recovery. We’re dishing on how to pamper your mind, body, and soul for a happy, healthy start to new motherhood. This feature is Part 1 of our Postpartum Series in partnership with Belly Bands, exploring the fourth trimester and how …
The #1 thing you need for pregnancy and postpartum
POWERED BY BELLY BANDS Pregnancy and postpartum can be a real pain in the bod. But it doesn’t have to be… This feature is Part 2 of our Pregnancy and Postpartum Series in partnership with Belly Bands, exploring the first to fourth trimesters and how to care for the woman inside the …
How grandparents can boost a mother’s mental wellbeing
Modern mums may not have the whole village. But even having grandparents around has been shown to help a mother’s mental wellbeing. By Anneka Rose Being a mum is brilliant, but let’s be honest, it’s also bloody hard. Especially when the kids are so little and it can feel like there …
Overwhelmed by new motherhood? Here are 3 apps all mums need
Trying to take care of a whole new person while also taking care of yourself – it’s a lot. Lighten the load with these 3 apps all new mums need. By Charlotte Cruz Are you a busy mum juggling a million tasks at once? From managing the household to keeping …
Why experts are concerned about women using Ozempic to fight fertility issues
More women are turning to drugs like Ozempic to ‘boost’ fertility, but experts are warning of the risks. By Charlotte Cruz In the heart-wrenching journey of infertility, weight loss has emerged as an unexpected beacon of hope for many women. While traditional fertility treatments often involve invasive procedures and high …
Why does it seem like so many mums have postpartum depression and anxiety?
Postpartum depression and anxiety have always been there, but the newfound openness in discussing them marks a significant shift. By Harper Steele So, here’s the thing: postpartum depression and anxiety are not new. But what is new is how we’re talking about them. There’s a growing openness and a shift in …
The cocooning instinct and how it can affect the mental health of new mums
If you’re feeling the pull to nest and hide away from the world, girl, you’ve tapped into the cocooning vibes of new motherhood. And while it does feel safe and snug, sometimes you gotta bust out. Here’s how. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor Motherhood — an exhilarating journey of …