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Feeling like you don’t know where to start now that you’re a mum? Suddenly faced with a whole new raft of emotions you weren’t expecting? Well, we have some of the best mothers in the business who know exactly how you feel and know exactly how to help.

They’ve taken the time to write to you with practical and heartfelt advice that will give you comfort, support and point you on the right path to enjoying one of the most life-changing experiences a woman can go through.


Trusting your instincts

Believe in yourself (PDF, 96.87 KB) (opens in a new window)

Fear is normal (PDF, 98.69 KB) (opens in a new window)

It's okay to not know (PDF, 91.52 KB) (opens in a new window)

Learning as you go (PDF, 178.89 KB) (opens in a new window)

No such thing as perfect (PDF, 94.73 KB) (opens in a new window)

It's only darkest before the dawn (PDF, 173.44 KB) (opens in a new window)

Making decisions for two (PDF, 170.19 KB)(opens in a new window)

Savour each moment ( PDF, 96.31 KB) (opens in a new window)

It will all work out (PDF, 168.02 KB) (opens in a new window)

Take bubs' lead (PDF, 94.58 KB) (opens in a new window)

This too shall pass (PDF, 98.32 KB) (opens in a new window)

Your gut knows (PDF, 95.77 KB) (opens in a new window)

Focus on how you feel (PDF, 469.63 KB) (opens in a new window)

Get rid of expectations (PDF, 312.65 KB) (opens in a new window)

Listen to yourself (PDF, 298.47 KB) (opens in a new window)

You're doing a great job (PDF, 297.98 KB) (opens in a new window)

Help from family (PDF, 295.59 KB) (opens in a new window)

Looking after yourself

Be kind to yourself (PDF, 94.42 KB) (opens in a new window)

Be realistic (PDF, 91.56 KB) (opens in a new window)

The honest truth (PDF, 179.86 KB) (opens in a new window)

Motherhood breaks you and builds you  (PDF, 175.46 KB) (opens in a new window)

Don't rush (PDF, 100.72 KB) (opens in a new window)

Have a shower (PDF, 168.49 KB) (opens in a new window)

Your new superpower (PDF, 172.37 KB) (opens in a new window)

Honour yourself (PDF, 169.04 KB) (opens in a new window)

You are a warrior (PDF, 98.37 KB) (opens in a new window)

Breastfeeding (PDF, 373.32 KB) (opens in a new window)

Don't overthink things (PDF, 99.03 KB) (opens in a new window)

Do your pelvic exercises (PDF, 299.11 KB) (opens in a new window)

Breast, bottle, or both, it doesn't matter (PDF, 95.21 KB) (opens in a new window)

Each Journey is different (PDF, 316.88 KB) (opens in a new window)

Forgive yourself (PDF, 303.67 KB) (opens in a new window)

Cabbage leaves and breastfeeding (PDF, 170.19 KB) (opens in a new window)

Good enough is great! (PDF, 296.84 KB) (opens in a new window)

Motherhood isn’t easy (PDF, 306.74 KB) (opens in a new window)

Be positive with yourself (PDF, 173.35 KB) (opens in a new window)

Take time for yourself (PDF, 329.03 KB) (opens in a new window)

There’s no manual (PDF, 304.7 KB) (opens in a new window)

Welcome to the club (PDF, 299.38 KB) (opens in a new window)

Accepting Help

Accepting help (PDF, 95.13 KB) (opens in a new window)

Learning on the go (PDF, 104.04 KB) (opens in a new window)

Asking for help (PDF, 177.44 KB) (opens in a new window)

Accept help when it's needed (PDF, 182.43 KB) (opens in a new window)

Motherly Advice (PDF, 121.72 KB) (opens in a new window)

A community of help (PDF, 321.14 KB) (opens in a new window)

Seek Help (PDF, 300.67 KB) (opens in a new window)

Remember to breathe (PDF, 300.67 KB) (opens in a new window)

Find your safe space (PDF, 305.35 KB) (opens in a new window)

Don't isolate yourself (PDF, 312.31 KB) (opens in a new window)

On Motherhood

Celebrate the small wins (PDF, 95.22 KB) (opens in a new window)

Cherish each moment (PDF, 90.3 KB) (opens in a new window)

It's OK to feel like this ( PDF, 94.55 KB) (opens in a new window)

Trust in your vulnerability (PDF, 98.61 KB) (opens in a new window)

You are as important as your baby (PDF, 176.76 KB) (opens in a new window)

Tips for survival (PDF, 175.31 KB)(opens in a new window)

Let Dad figure out his new role (PDF, 96.68 KB) (opens in a new window)

You are doing the right thing (PDF, 172.22 KB) (opens in a new window)

You are raising the future (PDF, 173.39 KB) (opens in a new window)

It's OK to feel lonely (PDF, 97.31 KB) (opens in a new window)

Proof is in the pudding (PDF, 170.41 KB) (opens in a new window)

The hiccups of Motherhood (PDF, 182.86 KB) (opens in a new window)

You can do it (PDF, 95.84 KB)(opens in a new window)

Mother's instinct (PDF, 193.28 KB) (opens in a new window)

They just need you (PDF, 170.05 KB)(opens in a new window)

Time with your baby matters (PDF, 94.71 KB) (opens in a new window)

Housework is not important (PDF, 173.41 KB)(opens in a new window)

No such thing as a silly question (PDF, 93.62 KB) (opens in a new window)

Mother's Group (PDF, 98.49 KB) (opens in a new window)

Sometimes love takes time to grow (PDF, 91.27 KB) (opens in a new window)

Listen to your baby (PDF, 96.43 KB) (opens in a new window)

Reward yourself (PDF, 92.74 KB) (opens in a new window)

Stick to your guns (PDF, 96.75 KB) (opens in a new window)

You are still you (PDF, 94.46 KB) (opens in a new window)

The days are long but the years are short (PDF, 188.6 KB) (opens in a new window)

Self care is a high priority (PDF, 152.96 KB) (opens in a new window)

Respect, trust and love (PDF, 91.71 KB) (opens in a new window)

The feelings of Motherhood (PDF, 95.8 KB) (opens in a new window)

Get out of the house (PDF, 92.7 KB) (opens in a new window)

Embrace the hands that offer (PDF, 93.18 KB) (opens in a new window)

Embrace every moment (PDF, 170.06 KB) (opens in a new window)