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 …
How To Deal When You’re Not OK
Are you ok, mama? Let’s be honest – as mothers, we’re probably not asked that question enough. By Mama Disrupt® Head of Content Gemma Dawkins Between the mental load of trying to schedule swimming lessons, book the car service, and have your groceries delivered in the 6 minute window …
The Hidden Struggles Of Maternal Mental Health
By Nicole Fuge, MD® Managing Editor Understanding your own maternal mental health is not easy. Our hormones are all over the place. We are t-i-r-e-d. And life as we know it has completely changed. So when we’re not feeling ourselves, it can be really hard to know whether it’s normal …
How To Overcome Postnatal Depression And Anxiety
By Josie Smyth I am PROUD to be talking about my journey through postnatal depression and anxiety. It was an incredibly challenging time – having experienced it with both of my children – but, after having gone through it, I am now a better, healthier and happier person and for …
R U OK? It’s OK To Not Be OK
By Yakira Giger R U OK? My automatic reply is always “Yes, I’m fine.” *Smile and wave, smile and wave…* But why? Why do we feel so CONCERNED about voicing the way we REALLY feel? When in fact, what we really want to say is: “Actually, no – I’m not. I …