Mama, by the third trimester you have gained weight, it is hard to sleep and the overall physical discomfort is real. Clinical psychologist and personal trainer, Dr Samantha Clarke (PhD), shares some tips to stay active. By Dr Samantha Clarke The third trimester of pregnancy is often referred to as the ‘teary’ …
6 ways your partner can support you after you’ve had a baby
New mums need to be held, loved and supported. So if you’ve just had a baby and feel support is lacking, here are some things your partner can do. You are in this together – remember that! By Mia Johnson Nothing compares to having a baby. You need, need, need …
How we are raising the next generation of modern men
Boys deserve to feel free to express their emotions and be themselves without apology. Say hello to the next generation of modern men. By Nicole Fuge, MD® Managing Editor Be Your Own Man is an amazeballs read for boys aged six to 12 (and your baby-daddy would benefit from the message too). …
5 survival tips for motherhood
Here are the most important survival tips for motherhood you need to know, to help you navigate this wild ride. Welcome to the hood, mama. By Phoebe Burgess Just like babies don’t come with a manual, neither does motherhood. You need to feel your way through it. But you know what …
Why it’s time to say bye to busyness
Busy, mama? You’re not alone. If you feel like you’re falling into the trap of busyness, this one’s for you. In this extract from her book ‘I Didn’t Do the Thing Today’, Madeleine Dore tells us why being busy is the prelude to burnout. By Madeline Dore Let’s talk about …
Are you looking after you? How to make yourself a priority
Have you forgotten how to make yourself a priority? That often happens in motherhood. But Simone Milasas explains you can turn things around. By Simone Milasas Are you living the life you desire? Or somewhere along the way did you forget to make yourself a priority – your life becoming …
How to lean into your own power and use it to your advantage in life
When you validate yourself, you lean into your power, radiate what you’re calling in, and let yourself rise to [your version of] the top. By Cassie Mendoza-Jones Are you ready to own what you do? Ready to acknowledge how far you’ve come (even if you think you still have places to go), and …
3 ways to beat mum guilt
Feeling bad about your parenting decisions could be what is holding you back from making the right ones. Lizzie O’Halloran, author of Perfect Mum: How To Survive The Emotional Rollercoaster of Motherhood, says it’s time to ditch the mum guilt! By Lizzie O’Halloran Mum guilt can wreak havoc on self-esteem …
Reality check. We’re all just doing our best
It’s time to leave expectations at the door, because as mums, we’re all just doing our best, and that’s all anybody can ever ask. By Victoria Vanstone ‘Mum, can I have grated cheese instead of sliced in my sandwiches?’ ‘Yes, darling’ ‘Muuum, can you cut my grapes longs ways, like …
How being an introvert is a superpower when you’re a mama
“You might not be assertive, or outspoken … but being an introvert means you are a caring, insightful, thoughtful, empathetic and fiercely loyal soul.”
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