Practical tips, real stories, and support for new mums navigating life, emotions, and wellbeing postpartum.
So, you’re a mum now. You finally have the baby you were so looking forward to. Everyone says, “You must be so happy!” And you are. But there’s also something that you miss. You watch your husband or partner go to work every day, where he continues building his career, pursuing his dreams, and having …
Itās 2:13am. The house is quiet, and everyone is finally asleep. Everyone except you. Youāre lying in the dark, staring at the ceiling, while your mind replays every worry from the day and runs through every possible scenario for tomorrow. āWhy is my baby crying so much?ā āAm I a bad mum?ā āWhen does motherhood …
Intrusive thoughts after having a baby are extremely uncomfortable. Well, the term “uncomfortable” doesnāt even begin to describe it. Itās frightening, distressing, and confusing as hell. You may have had thoughts about throwing your baby down the stairs. Or about suffocating them in their sleep. And then comes the guilt and confusion. Why am I …
Postpartum and exercise: is it safe and where to start after birth? When you have a baby, your body goes through a lot. You’re: healing from birth sleep deprived weaker than you were before pregnancy trying to adjust to a completely new life and you don’t quite feel like yourself yet It’s a lot to …
Can men get postnatal depression? If you’re wondering whether men can get postnatal (postpartum) depression, let me start by saying this: Yes, they absolutely can. Just a shame people don’t talk about it enough. When people hear the words postnatal depression, they immediately think of mums. And while mums are more likely to experience it, …
Newborn feed – whatās normal, whatās not, and why newborn feeding feels constant (and overwhelming) You’re sitting there with your baby and thinking: āIs this normal? How often do newborns feed anyway?ā Maybe youāve just finished a feed, and your baby wants another one already. Or maybe they seem to feed all the time and …
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