Affirmations are emotionally supportive expressions that can help you determine a positive attitude. I know this from my own experience! My thought habits used to be highly damaging,...

Since becoming a mum, I've had a sneaky little visitor creeping up on me from time to time. This unwanted guest is a crippling, destructive force and I would bet...

I'll admit, I used to find affirmations a bit airy-fairy and a oh-so-not-me. Whenever I saw people talking about affirmations I'd internally (and sometimes externally) roll my eyes.  All that...

Being a mum during the festive season can be totally overwhelming. We're usually charged with the majority of the emotional and physical labour that comes with this extremely...

This post was contributed by Natalie Cook. Natalie is a MindBody Health Coach and Therapist (and mum to 2 gorgeous boys) who helps moms navigate the gentle parenting pathway...

Written with help from my mama, who is a teacher and enthusiast in play-based learning. Play is an essential part of childhood. We learn to do it as...

When you’re pregnant, or a new mum, you get given a LOT of advice. Some of it welcomed, some not so much. I’ve written before about bad advice,...

Becoming a mother is a life changing event, and can be difficult for many kiwi mums. Particularly for those living in hardship. Statistics NZ reported that in the year ended...

Being a mum is a full time job. Add to that working (be it for someone else or yourself), running a household, taking care of pets, and countless...

Before I became a mother I'd heard of the phenomenon of 'Mum guilt', but I had no idea how real it would become. As a new mother, navigating...

The first few weeks of your baby's life disappear in a blur of sleepless nights, cluster feeding and dirty nappies. All the while, you're trying to recover from...

Traveling with a baby can be stressful, but it can also be wonderful. They're getting all these new experiences and taking everything in. It's such a special time....

Working when your kids are little is really hard, but also extremely rewarding. If you're a first time mother who has returned to work or will be shortly,...

In the first weeks and months after having a baby, generally the mental and physical wellbeing of mothers goes on the back burner. When you're elbows deep in...

We've all done it. Been scrolling through Instagram and seen post after post of mums with the perfect body, stylishly dressed children and amazing hair frolicking in the...

My name is Amanda Cookson. I am a wife, mother, designer and entrepreneur. I'm also anxious and strong willed, with a weird sense of humor. I've been married...

Before I had my daughter I never really knew much about what babies do when. When they'll start rolling over, when they start sitting up, when they should...

Kia ora and welcome to The Mum Tribe! A space where New Zealand mums can share their experiences, learn from each other, and grow together. Here you'll find real stories,...