I sit on my seat by the window in a packed train fighting the wave of anxiety that is tirelessly trying to get to me. In case you didn’t know this about me – I suffer from anxiety disorder. Oh, and also claustrophobia. (But not to worry, I also have a great sense of humour, …
Baby Stage or Toddler Stage – Which One Is Easier?
As a new mum, you’ve probably found yourself wondering: Will the toddler stage be easier than the baby stage? Or maybe the bigger question is: Does this ever get easier? And often, you’ll hear the answer: No! While it might be said in jest, this is no doubt the worst response you can get. I …
A Letter to Myself During Postnatal Depression (And What I Want Every Struggling Mum to Know)
Postnatal depression is one of those things nobody really talks about. Not properly, anyway. You spend months preparing for your baby, but nothing prepares you for the moment you look at your newborn and feel… nothing. That’s pretty much how I felt after having my twins in 2016. Instead of the rush of love and …
How to Say No as a Mum Without Guilt (5 Simple Ways)
You’re already in your pyjamas when the text comes in. “Hey! Are you free this weekend? We should get together!” You stare at the message. Your weekend is the first one in weeks with nothing planned. No parties, no commitments, no rushing around. Just you, your family, and a vision of a lazy weekend in …
First Christmas With a Baby: 7 Things I Wish I’d Known
I’m Ivana, a mum of three boys (including twins) and author of Motherhood – The Unspoken, on a mission to create a world where mums feel seen and supported. Is this your first Christmas with a baby? It’s amazing and stressful at the same time, isn’t it? You might be picturing cute tiny outfits, twinkly …
50 Simple Tips That Will Make You Feel Good INSTANTLY
We all have been there! As a parent, you DO have days when you feel stressed, anxious, and under pressure. In the post What helps me to get through those tough days, I share simple tips that help me deal with those moments when my children drive me crazy. However, there are moments when we …