I was reading an interview with a psychologist about maternity the other day, and it got me thinking… Specifically about all the mum judgment that seems to follow us everywhere. The article focused on the ‘cry it out’ method and its potential negative effects on childhood psychological development. One particular sentence stood out to me: …
LIFE AFTER BABY
Practical tips, real stories, and support for new mums navigating life, emotions, and wellbeing after having a baby.
Our First Christmas and New Year with Kids: How Parenthood Changes the Holidays
We’ve now passed our second Christmas and New Year’s Eve with our twin boys, and what a journey it’s been! The first Christmas with them felt like stepping into a magical little world I’d been dreaming of since I was a child. The first Christmas dinner together, tiny children’s Christmas outfits, and unwrapping gifts…. everything …
I Didn’t Expect to Hate Being a New Mum… Until I Did
“I never thought I’d say this out loud… but sometimes, I hate being a mum.” It’s the kind of thought that makes you feel ashamed. Because here’s the truth no one prepares you for: You can want a baby with all your heart… and still hate being a mum once they arrive. I see it …
7 Simple Ways To Help a Mum With A Newborn (That Actually Help)
A woman doesn’t truly know what motherhood is about until she becomes a mother. Often, I see pregnant women – or those in their first year after birth – already planning or trying for a second child. I wasn’t any different, of course. “What can surprise me now? I know I won’t sleep, that it’ll …
New Mums: Stop Hiding How You REALLY Feel
Being a new mum is supposed to be magical, right? Those first days filled with cuddles, baby smells, and endless joy… that’s what we picture. But reality? For many of us, it’s very different. Smiling on the outside while quietly falling apart is more common than people think. New mum mental health struggles are real, …
