How does your baby’s gut microbiome begin?
The microbiome is a popular topic within health communities and its benefits and contribution to a range of processes in the body are seen…
Pregnancy & Birth
Postpartum Massage to Nurture, Support & Relieve Pain
Having suffered a bladder prolapse in 2017, massage therapist and mum of three Becky Littlewood set out to learn more about the condition. Her…
Achieve Physical, Spiritual & Mental Wellness Through Pregnancy and Beyond
When pregnant with her first child, Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach and Chakra Healer Tiare Gras realised there was a lack of information on how…
Pregnancy after Loss or Infertility
By Jennifer Robertson You finally saw those two lines and felt pure joy and excitement. You imagined holding your baby in your arms….. before…
Healthy Lactation and Protein Support for Mums
Having struggled herself with low milk supply with her first baby, Wendy Poon went in search of a healthier alternative to the many sweet…
The Ancient Practice of Belly Binding Made Simple
By Rangimarie Smith The Unina Postpartum Wrap created by Bonnie Smith, was modelled on the Traditional Asian Bengkung which is still used in many…
Motherhood Essentials – from Bump, to Breastfeeding & Beyond
Abby Jayona is passionate about bringing together trusted motherhood essentials to look after both mum and baby, so she jumped at the opportunity to…
The Anti-Inflammatory Wonders of the Tasmanian Pepperberry
Native to the woodlands and cool temperate rainforests of Australia’s south-eastern region, The Tasmanian pepperberry plant or Tasmannia lanceolata produces small, round, purple-black berries…
Yoni Steaming – An Ancient Practice for Modern Times
By Jenine Ellis Giving birth is a profound and deeply moving experience, and it affects your life on every level. No matter how much…
Postpartum confinement practices: What is the evidence?
By Dr. Olivia Currie, Lifestyle Medicine Physician, Fellow General Practitioner, Real Healthy Me, Lifestyle Medicine Clinic. Many women around the world practise confinement in the postpartum…
5 Yogic Ways to Have an Easier Pregnancy
By Katie Rose For some mothers-to-be, pregnancy is a dreamy time of happy anticipation and nesting. For others it is much more challenging –…
Safe Exercises That You Can Do In The Third Trimester
By Kylee Harris The third trimester can be the most physically and emotionally challenging part of your pregnancy, as these are the last few…
How do we birth when the boy keeps crying wolf?
By Claire Eccleston, Midwife, Spinning Babies ® approved trainer, Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapist. © 2020. I am in my car driving. I have some music on. My little…
Matrescence: from Woman to Mother
By Belinda Haan When I became a mother, I was alarmed that I did not enjoy every moment. I was shocked at the river…
Motivation, Inspiration & Support for your Unique Motherhood Journey
Motherhood By Design is a carefully created online space for mums and mums-to-be looking for ways to optimise their health for them and their…
Affordable Maternity & Nursing Wear Providing Style & Comfort
Struggling to find stylish and affordable maternity and nursing wear when she was pregnant with her daughter, Alisha Harper set out to provide fellow…
40 Weeks: Supporting Women to have a Healthy Pregnancy
Bianka Barrett is passionate about health and wellbeing, and committed to supporting women on their pregnancy journey and into motherhood. Having suffered pregnancy loss…
Preparing Mind, Body & Soul in Pregnancy and Beyond
Pregnancy is just the beginning of an amazing journey, but it is not without its fears and uncertainties. With the focus often being on…
Doula Support: Holding & Honouring Your Sacred Space
Jenine Ellis has provided doula support to her close community for the last 15 years, gaining a deep insight into how essential doulas are…
Little ‘Hubs of Love’ for when Pregnancy Comes as a ‘Surprise’
Inspired by her own experience of a ‘surprise’ pregnancy and finding little support available, Lara Malin Wynyard is passionate about promoting the Pregnancy Help…