We’re often told that early motherhood is the happiest time of our lives. So when a new mum doesn’t feel over the moon, the world labels her as “ungrateful” or even “crazy.” But here’s the truth: that idea is harmful, and it’s one of the biggest reasons so many mums struggle in silence, feeling like …
50% of new mums battle postnatal depression in silence – and many don’t even recognise the condition. To put it another way, approximately every other mum leaves the hospital silently struggling. When I say this is a lot, it doesn’t quite capture the weight of it. It’s a scary lot. An alarming lot. Especially because …
Looking for new mum gift ideas that are actually helpful and won’t cost a fortune? You’re in the right place. Whether you’re buying a gift for a friend who’s just had a baby, or treating yourself (which you totally deserve!), finding the right thing can be tricky. And let’s be honest – most new mum …
When I was struggling with postpartum depression (also known as PPD or PND), I didn’t feel like myself anymore. It was like something took over my thoughts. I was constantly on edge, constantly anxious and agitated. I’d go through the motions: feed the baby, change the baby, try to smile when visitors came… but inside, …
Exhausted. Emotional. Struggling to feel like yourself after having a baby. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Millions of new mums experience postnatal depression or face challenges with their mental health after having a baby. I know exactly how it feels, because I’ve been there. And over the years, I’ve developed a simple, powerful …
It was a quiet evening in Duxbury, Massachusetts, when a family’s world was shattered in ways most of us can barely imagine. Lindsay Clancy allegedly strangled her three young children, Cora (5), Dawson (3), and baby Callan (8 months) while in the grip of severe postpartum mental illness. Her husband had only stepped out for …
