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, …
The Nursery Item Caitlin Ireland Wishes She’d Had For Her First Baby
Mum of two and healthfluencer, Caitlin Ireland, shares what’s changed in becoming a mum for the second time, and the nursery item she wishes she’d had the first time around. By Giselle Jones If you spend any time in the world of modern motherhood or women’s health on Instagram, chances …
[Guest Editor] Jessica Hill: Why friendships in new motherhood are a lifesaver
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, …
Not feeling like yourself? Tips on how to manage sleep deprivation
Sleep deprivation really wears you down. And it can last a lot longer than when your baby grows out of their newborn nappies. If your child is still not sleeping through, here’s how to manage sleep deprivation. By Jessica Prescott and Vaughne Gear On average, new mothers lose 700 hours of …
5 things every working mum needs to hear right now
The struggle to find the perfect work-life balance is REAL, mama!
Here are some essential tips to keep you on top of your super-mama game.
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[Guest Editor] Arabella Gibson: How’s your mental health, mama?
Mental health is very much a part of motherhood [and fatherhood], with perinatal depression and anxiety affecting one-in-five new mothers and one-in-10 new fathers each year in Australia. By Arabella Gibson, CEO of Gidget Foundation Australia The burden of mental health issues is of major concern to parents. But less than half …
Don’t have time for self-care? 13 game changing tips for new mums
“The overwhelming responsibility for the life of this tiny person means you naturally put yourself firmly at the bottom of the pile. But a little self-care goes a long way, meaning you don’t just survive but thrive.”
10 beautiful baby names inspired by Autumn
Are you expecting a new addition to your family this season? Check out this list of baby names inspired by Autumn. As the leaves change colours and the air becomes crisp, it’s the perfect time to draw inspiration from the beauty of Autumn for your baby’s name. From nature-inspired monikers to …
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 …
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 …