They say ‘it takes a village’, but it seems there are no villages anymore! Motherhood is not all sunshine and rainbows. Especially in this day and age – being a mum can feel incredibly hard and isolating. You’re exhausted, feeding your baby constantly, and juggling the endless list of chores. You love your baby more than …
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 …
