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, …
[Guest Editor] Nicole Ossip: 6 expert tips for surviving the holidays with a newborn
Hey new mama, welcome to holidays with a newborn! It may be a little different to what you’re used to, but just go at your own pace. By Nicole Ossip Surviving the holidays with a newborn can feel like a monumental task, especially for first-time parents. This festive season, it’s time …
Feel foggy and forgetful? Understanding #Mumbrain
Want to know why mum brain happens? It’s all about science, girl. By Ava Wilde You know, that fuzzy feeling in your head that makes you forget where you put your phone or wander into a room and totally blank on why you went there in the first place? Yeah, …
Why Medela’s Magic InBra™ is the only breast pump we’ll use
It’s the breast pump that’s got mamas talking. So is the new Magic InBra™ by Medela worth the hype? We spill the milk beans. Let’s get real for a minute. Pumping milk can be hard. Like, really hard. The bulky, noisy machines that can make you feel less-than. The sitting …
10 things you need to know when preparing for motherhood
Preparing for motherhood can be both exciting and challenging. Not sure where to start? Here are some tips to help you navigate this journey. By Charlotte Cruz 1. Educate yourself Read books, attend workshops, and join online forums to learn about pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting. The more knowledge you have, …
6 things we love about CUB Nappy Pants
If there’s one thing we know a lot about, it’s toilet training. Here are 6 reasons why CUB Nappy Pants have earned a permanent spot in our stash. By Mama Disrupt® in partnership with CUB Potty training. It’s enough to send even the hardiest of human-raisers straight for the chocolate drawer. The …
5 things new mums can do to pause holiday stress
If you’re a new parent navigating the festive season, here are five things you can do to stress less. By Mama Disrupt® Whether it’s managing a baby’s routine, prepping for Christmas dinner, decking out the house, or wrapping all those gifts. It’s enough to turn even the calmest soul into a …
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. Welcome to the sisterhood. The postpartum period is your personal ‘fourth trimester’, a time just as important as the previous …
6 ways to adjust to returning to work after maternity leave
There comes a time when caring for a little human 24/7 is interrupted by your maternity leave coming to an end. Here’s what you need to know. By Natalie Bascur Let’s be honest… seeing the number of maternity leave days count down SUCKS! Most mamas would gladly set up camp in the …
[Guest Editor] Mindi Palm: Becoming a mother completely changed me
Becoming a mother is a rollercoaster of crazy, much like putting your brain in the blender. So high five if you get out alive. By Mindi Palm Let’s take a moment to quietly reflect on the fact that there’s a little cray cray in each one of us. Sure, lunacy …