Ever heard of the saying you can’t pour from an empty cup? It’s true, babes. Rest and self-care are SO important. When you take time to replenish yourself, it allows you to serve others from the overflow. By Kristina Ioannou Here are a six holistic self-care practices to get you …
‘The life-changing lesson I learned from beating cancer’
Alexandra Ganipeau shares the life-changing lesson she learnt from beating cancer – and it’s something we can all benefit from. By Alexandra Ganipeau It all started with a routine check – you know, the one you do because you should. Because I was sent a reminder. Because it had been 18 …
Why you should love yourself more and stop caring what others think
This is your little reminder to connect with who you are. Love yourself and cut the bullsh*t. It’s time to stop trying to fit in and embrace you. ALL of you. By Carlii Lyon Remember the popular group at school? There are only two possible memories you can have – …
7 simple morning rituals to change your life
Oprah Winfrey has one, even Richard Branson has one … morning rituals are the key to surviving stress and keeping sanity intact. By Mama Disrupt® While these icons are clearly running global businesses – surviving a typical mama day and trying to juggle our own hopes and goals, is not much different …
How to master Feng Shui for better bedroom energy (and better sleep)
Who knew knowing the art of feng shui could take you from tired to inspired? Here’s how to shift the energy in your bedroom to sleep better. By Deni Kirkova We not only need a good night’s rest to recover from the day before (or years of sleepless nights!) but because we spend a …
The chocolate cake recipe that tastes too naughty to be nice
Say hello to the best chocolate cake recipe ever. Yup, this guilt-free slice of goodness will have you curling up and treating yo’self. By Amy Lee Mama-time equals five minutes silence with a slice of chocolate cake – you deserve it. INGREDIENTS 1½ cups dark chocolate, melted (250g) 1½ can …
Finding connection: 5 ways to ease loneliness as a new mum
If you’re wondering why motherhood feels so lonely, here are some ways you can break the cycle and ease loneliness as a new mum. By Dr Nicole Highet When you have a baby, you’re often left wondering why it’s so lonely being a new mum. And that can come as a BIG shock. …
3 essential ways to look after yourself while caring for others
Self-care is all about loving on your body, mind and soul – giving it the attention it deserves. But when you’re looking after tiny humans, it can be hard to find time to look after yourself. By Nicole Fuge, MD® Managing Editor Self-care means different things to different people. Since becoming …
[Guest Editor] Sam Wood: Protecting your pelvic floor
Sam Wood shares his top tips for protecting your pelvic floor from before you’ve even fallen pregnant through to postnatal recovery. By Sam Wood Laugh, cough and sneeze again, without needing to run to the bathroom! I know all of you mamas out there know what I’m talking about. One …
4 things you need to know for a healthy pregnancy
A healthy pregnancy comes down to a healthy you. Clinician dietitian Kate Save shares her top tips. By Kate Save How you treat your body pre-pregnancy, during pregnancy, and after you’ve given birth can all have affects on your baby. So eating the right foods, knowing what to avoid, and what vitamins are …