Looking for ideas to have some well-needed self-care this Mother’s Day? Here are just a few of our favourite ideas!
What Can I Do For Myself For Mother’s Day?
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Maternal Mental Health
An Early Years Expert’s Advice To De-Stress As A Parent
We’re joined by guest experts from Early Years Alliance to help you de-stress as a parent, sharing tips you can establish in your routine.
What Does Anxiety Look Like As A Parent?
At what point are the stressful feelings from being a parent classed as Anxiety? And how can we find help for it? It's...
How Singing With My Baby Helped My Anxiety -A Breathe Melodies For Mums Story
We spoke with Coco to find out more about her experience with Melodies For Mums, a weekly music session focussed on those at risk from PND.
Experiencing Anxiety As A New Mum- This Is Family
“I had a very cliched image of what anxiety looked like: I didn’t fit the bill.” A mum shares her experiences with Anxiety. #ThisIsFamily
Nervous about going to a baby group? Don’t be!
Feeling nervous about going to a baby group for the first time is incredibly normal. Here’s the most common worries we’ve heard of…
One thing about parenting that nobody prepares you for
We asked our community ‘What’s the one thing about parenting that nobody prepares you for?’ and were overwhelmed by the response
New mums are lonelier now than ever before
As a new parent you’re never alone but can be very lonely. Lockdown has meant that new muns are more lonelier now than ever before.
PND, PTSD and postnatal anxiety – This is family
“I was so worried that if I told people, they would take my son away. ” Lisa shares her experiences with PND, PTSD and Postnatal Anxiety
The impact of the pandemic on new parents
Two year’s since the first lockdown and the pandemic has had a huge impact on new parents. A new report highlights the government’s response
11 totally doable ways to fit self care into your day
It feels impossible to look after your kids and look after yourself- but here’s a few helpful ways to squeeze a bit of self-care into that busy schedule.
Is there too much pressure to be the perfect parent?
Today there is huge pressure to be the perfect parent. We explore where this pressure comes from and what affect it has on mums in particular
Body positivity: easy ways to battle against clothing anxiety
How do we try and move past the panic and allow ourselves to practice body positivity? How do we feel good wearing the clothes we’re wearing?
Simple ways to ignite your spirit and improve your mood
How do you improve your mood? Make mindful little changes every day to get back to good and be the best parent that you can be.
Loneliness as a new mum – One mum’s story
A recent survey revealed that as many as 8 in 10 new mums feel lonely. One mum shares her story of how loneliness affected her