When I became a mum, I made a promise to myself: to do everything I can so no mum ever feels alone. As part of that promise, Iāve started this blog series – Your Stories – a space where mums can share their journeys, struggles, and truths. Today, Iām honoured to share Crystalās story. Over …
10 Easy Meals for New Parents (Quick Dinners Ready in 20 Minutes or Less)
Looking for quick meals new parents you can make in minutes? You’re in the right place! Let’s be honest, being a new parent isĀ a rollercoaster that never stops (put very nicely). You don’t sleep, you have time (and energy) for things you used to do before, all you do is feed and change nappies, and …
13 Life-Saving Tips to Cope With Postpartum Sleep Deprivation
Youāve just had a baby, and letās be honest: nothing can prepare you for the level of sleep deprivation that comes with those newborn weeks. Being a sleep deprived mum can feel extremely hard. Between night feeds, newborn wake ups, and broken sleep, many new parents struggle to cope with postpartum sleep deprivation. The phrase …
21 Things You Should Never Say To A New Mum
When you become a mum, your life changes overnight. It’s exhausting, confusing, and brutal. Yet so often, people (including mums themselves) pretend like thatās not the case. Youāre expected to smile, āenjoy every moment,ā and carry on as if your body and mind havenāt just been turned upside down. But in reality, it’s not quite …
Is It Normal To Feel Lonely After Having a Baby?
Becoming a new mum is magical in so many ways, but letās be honest, itās also not what we imagined. Your life changes overnight, and your mind and body often canāt keep up. You feel lost, confused, and maybe even find yourself whispering: What have I done? Even though youāve got this gorgeous, healthy baby …
Depressed About Going Back to Work After Maternity Leave? Read This
Going back to work after maternity leave can feel like your heart is being ripped in two. For many mums, returning to work after maternity leave can bring unexpected emotions. Youāre counting down the days with a heavy heart, wondering how youāll leave your sweet baby behind – and whether youāll make it through without …
