Feeling bad about your parenting decisions could be what’s holding you back from making the RIGHT ones. It’s time to ditch the mum guilt! By Rebecca Hooton Let’s talk about mum guilt. I have it, you have it, we all have it. So let’s talk about it, mama. Meet Katie*. …
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 …
Mastering the motherhood juggle – 5 key strategies for better balance
Feeling the pressure of being a mum and everything else? Follow these 5 steps to overcome the juggle of motherhood. By Amy Molloy 1. A REMINDER TO RELEASE LETTING GO OF YOUR GRIP Whenever I feel out of my comfort zone, I can fall into a space of ‘over-coping’, refusing …
[Guest Editor] Olympian Eloise Wellings: Boost Your Energy levels With These Hacks
The juggle is real! In between work responsibilities, training and being a mama, keeping up energy levels is a must if we have a hope in hell of keeping up with life’s demands. By Eloise Wellings, Olympian and philanthropist How to get the most out of your daily routine and boost …
Mama truth: “I want to stop drinking. I think I need help.”
By Victoria Vanstone I heard the baby crying again. But I didn’t get up. I stayed, hiding in my bedroom. He needed me, but I couldn’t do it. I was too hungover to look after my baby. Again. I don’t remember getting home. The last thing I recall was seeing both …
Breaking the perfect mum myth: 4 reasons to embrace imperfection
The truth behind the perfect mum myth, empowering tips for real-life motherhood and why striving for perfection is unrealistic. By Dr Hayley Watson, Clinical Psychologist On social media we see only the positive sides of people’s lives, and it’s easy to get down on ourselves about how we measure up. And …
The transformative power of a consistent self-care ritual
Unleash the transformative power of a self care ritual. It’s time to glow and flow. This is what you need. By Ava Wilde In the wild rollercoaster ride of motherhood, it can be a mammoth task to carve out those precious moments for self-care and self love. Say goodbye 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 …
Declutter your mind: 5 easy steps to a clearer, calmer you
A busy mind often leads to stress and then ’round the bend is overwhelm. Try these tips to declutter your mind. By Roberta Hughes When life is busy, our minds get cluttered with all the thoughts required to manage and stay afloat. These thoughts take up space and energy, often leaving us feeling exhausted, …
5 ways to boost your mental health this Spring
Spring is a chance to reset your body, mind and soul. Teresa Cutter [The Healthy Chef] shares her top tips to boost your wellbeing. By Teresa Cutter This year has not been easy (are they ever?!), and almost everyone’s mental wellness has taken a hit – you’re probably feeling like …