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‘A mother is always ten steps ahead. Her mind is planning, hoping, thinking.’ A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
May 23, 2022
‘A mother is always ten steps ahead. Her mind is planning, hoping, thinking.’ A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“We don’t know how you do it, but you do. You make everything happen. It’s like magic. YOU are magic.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“So here’s a reminder to myself, and anyone else that needs to hear it: Take the photos.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“So much of my mothering is in my mindset…” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
If you have a special needs baby or child, there are heaps of resources and communities you can tap into! See our list of the best parenting resources.
“Over and over. Day after day. Night after night. I do it for them.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“They are needing more from me, and I can’t always find it.This is pregnancy with younger children.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“Six weeks they said, to become the Mother. They never told you that becoming Her would be your life’s work.” A motherhood poem by Jade Loney.
“So to meet those needs, I need to make time. But time isn’t always easy to find.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“Nine months is a long time… But I am creating you. That’s not something that can be rushed.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“Being pregnant. It’s a beautiful privilege. But it’s not always easy.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of Dear Motherhood.
“Often when I tell another mother about a hard moment, a hard day, a hard week, I hear “same here”.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
Claire shares her story of becoming a single mother by choice, and how this has impacted her motherhood experience. Read her story and her advice for other single mums.
“If it weren’t for you, there may not be the start. The middle would be harder. And much would end.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“Mama, I know the world is heavy right now. It has been for some time.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“For them it’s the hugs and kisses at night, not the new outfit.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“These changes have been the making of me. A new me. The mother born into me.” A poem by Emma Heaphy, author of Dear Motherhood.
“What matters will never really be complete either, because I will never be finished loving them.” A poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“This is for the mother still awake at night. Heavy eyes, full heart.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
Elisa Guth shares her experience with her son choking and gives her advice for mothers who are anxious about choking when starting solids. Read her motherhood story.
“I hope this makes it easier. That’s why I’m telling you. We are in this together.” A poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
No one can learn to parent overnight, but you can support your partner to be a great dad over time. Learn a few simple ways to boost his parenting confidence.
“We need to love ourselves through our mothering with much less guilt and shame, including our own inevitable imperfect moments.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“So as mothers we may do things different, but we all have on thing in common: we all love our children endlessly…” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“People will try to tell you about the first moment. The one where you fall in love with your baby…” A motherhood poem by Jess Urlichs, author of ‘From One Mom to a Mother’.
“It’s play for them. It’s growth for me. It’s learning for us both.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
New mom Caitlin Scott reflects on her childhood memories of Christmas, and the pressure to recreate those experiences for her own daughter.
“Dear Motherhood, answer me this. Sincerely, a mother on behalf of a collective of mothers.” A poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’
Your baby’s first Christmas can be both exciting and daunting, with so many expectations to manage (including your own). Read about how to navigate Christmas as a new mom.
“Through all the tired, through all the years filled with moments of hard, you will never forget this moment of meeting.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“There has been a lot going on this year. We have parented through some incredibly difficult times.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“This is for the toddler mothers. Those stuck in storms, forever trying to steer the ship into calmer waters.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of “Dear Motherhood”
“I think back to the days that felt like remakes, but now I see they were all originals, especially to them.” A motherhood poem by Jess Urlichs, author of “From one mom to a mother”
“But then comes a shift. When she births her beautiful baby into the world, suddenly she’s not the focus.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of “Dear Motherhood”.
Scratching your head over what to get your kid’s daycare educators for Christmas? You’re not alone! Here are 9 easy gift ideas any educator is sure to love.
“In her hour of need, I was busy struggling with the newborn stage, and she felt abandoned by me.” Caitlin shares how her friendships changed when she became a mom.
“You are doing so much. You are more than enough. You are the sum of all.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of “Dear Motherhood”.
Should you have a second child? And when? Shaney Hudson explores the complexities of deciding to have a second child in this motherhood opinion piece. Read more.
“…that’s where the love is. Not in the perfect or consistent. But in the trying.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of “Dear Motherhood”.
Shaney Hudson discusses the impacts of sleep deprivation and the pressure new moms face to suffer in silence instead of seeking help.
“It’s labour, for love. Because it’s the sort of love that money can’t buy.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“I didn’t want anyone to see me, and yet, when passers-by looked into the pram I want them to see ME.” A motherhood poem by Jess Urlichs, author of ‘From One Mom to a Mother’.
“Be kind to her. Always. Because kindness costs nothing. But it can change everything.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“You are the perfect piece in their puzzle. And so often as mothers we can forget this.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
Caitlin Scott shares her thoughts on the age old question often asked of new moms, “so when are you having another baby?”. Read more about this motherhood opinion.
“Know that support is needed at every stage. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
We know, another parenting app, but hear us out! Whether you’re a new mom or a pro at this motherhood thing, read on to see if Mumli is made for you (hint: it is).
There’s a lot of pressure to offer educational at-home activities to promote kids’ development. It can be overwhelming. Do parents need to be educators too?
New mom Caitlin Scott shares her experience of sending her baby to daycare for the first time. Read more about this motherhood milestone.
“Take yourself into the future. Twenty or so years from now.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“It can be so easy to forget your strength as a mother.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“I want it to be the warmth that spreads through them, no matter what.” A motherhood poem by Jess Urlichs, author of ‘From One Mom to a Mother’.
“Motherhood can be so loud at the best of times, but comments like this need to be silenced” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
There’s a study that suggests we turn into our moms at the age of 33, say what?! Here are 5 ways you’re becoming your mom and why that’s OK. Read more.
Parenting is a full time job, so let’s start treating it like one. Use these strategies to stay on top of all things motherhood and save time & energy.
Dads sacrifice a lot for their families, and a lot of it goes unnoticed. But dads, we see you and we thank you.
A beautiful short piece honoring dads on Father’s Day. Written by Jess Urlichs, author of ‘From one mom to a mother’.
We know mums have a tough gig. But there’s a serious gap in support for dads. Read about why we need to do more to help men transition into fatherhood.
A beautiful short piece honoring dads for Father’s Day. Written by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“What would your motherhood look like if you listened to your heart more and other’s voices less?” A poem by Emma Heaphy.
“One day years from now, you’ll ask me how the world used to be, back then.” A motherhood poem by Jade Loney.
“It’s a song I love, that I’ve not heard in a while. It’s impossible to describe, that very first smile.” A poem by Jess Urlichs.
“One day future mothers who see, hear, or read about this time will see just how amazing you are.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“It’s you and them in this season together, trying to make the most of every single moment.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
When Caitlin became a new mom, she didn’t anticipate the deep emotions from her childhood that would resurface. Read her experience with reparenting in motherhood.
Read our epic list of quick & easy parenting wins that will make you feel like you have your sh*t together, at least enough to keep it from falling apart.
“You are there for them always…they are there for you too…” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
Jade Loney’s breastfeeding story is one you’ll relate to no matter how you feed your baby, because we’re all just doing the best we can. Read her motherhood story.
“Shifting our focus to how feeding is a relationship – rather than a technique to be mastered ” A real & raw take on motherhood & the relationship of breastfeeding.
“…each journey is beautiful… And that is what is worth celebrating.” A motherhood poem by Jess Urlichs, author of ‘From One Mom to a Mother’.
It’s World Breastfeeding Week this week, and Mumli is standing with all moms. Here’s why.
“Pregnant Mama, Can I just say how amazing you are? It can be easy to forget that. But you are.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
We can’t come & hold your baby while you sleep/eat/enjoy glorious silence, because *boundaries*, but there are a few ways Mumli can make parenting easier.
“Before we met I wondered if I could love another as much as I loved my first…” A motherhood poem by Jess Urlichs, author of ‘From One Mom to a Mother’.
“Here’s to the women… We all know them. And we all have no idea what we would do without them.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
Here are 3 tips to help minimize the parenting fails & an exit strategy to keep in your back pocket in case of emergency – you’ve got this!
For Ceri David, writing down her birth story has helped her heal. We hope her story helps other women who have experienced birth trauma too.
“…together, we are building a love stronger than before through them.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“…Go easy on yourself… What you are doing is hard. But you don’t have to be hard on yourself.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
Facing daily struggles as a working parent is normal. It’s okay to not have it all together sometimes. Read this raw account from a fellow working mom.
“She catches a glimpse of herself in the mirror… And she sees someone so new.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
Many working moms do as many hours as our partners. Our careers are important & fulfilling. So why are we so often the default when it comes to parenting?
“Mama, it’s ok if you feel like you have no idea what you’re doing. None of us do most of the time…” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
“I love you. I hope you know that. But I’m so small and I can’t say it yet…” A motherhood poem by Jess Urlichs, author of ‘From One Mom to a Mother’.
Researching early childhood education styles & wondering WTF Reggio Emilia is about? This approach focuses on kids’ unique interests through project work. Read more.
There are zillions of parenting podcasts out there. If you’re wondering where to start, here are the podcasts we love for every phase of pregnancy & parenting.
Looking into daycares or schools? The Steiner education philosophy is a tried & tested approach to learning. Read more about this early childhood education method.
“To the mothers I judged before I became a mum, I’m sorry. I thought I knew…” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
Lots of parents & schools are turning to Montessori learning these days. Learn what Montessori is about & the benefits of this early childhood education method.
Considering early childhood education approaches for your little one? Here we look at the main early childhood development methods & how they differ.
“I miss her some days. The old Her. The her of long conversations, heels and hot coffee.” A motherhood poem by Emma Heaphy, author of ‘Dear Motherhood’.
Parenting seems easy enough until you have your own baby. Let’s reflect & laugh at all the outrageous lies we told ourselves about how we would parent.
Sarah Watts shares her story of loneliness as a SAHM & discusses how the way we experience motherhood doesn’t always match our expectations. Read more.
Jade Loney reflects on her first year of motherhood & the 6 lessons she’s learned that changed her motherhood experience entirely. Read more.
“How are you’? they would ask. The light behind my eyes faded.” A motherhood poem by Jess Urlichs, author of ‘From One Mom to a Mother’.
Becoming a new mom can really challenge your sense of self. We asked moms how motherhood has changed them & how it’s mostly for the better. Read more.
To normalize not knowing WTF you’re doing when you birth & bring a newborn baby home, here is a list of things new moms say & what they really mean.
There are some important parenting decisions you need to nail down before you give birth & we’re not talking about baby names, or what route to take to the hospital.
“Which mama are you? They will ask, in their way…” A motherhood poem by Jade Loney.
We asked some seasoned moms for the one piece of parenting advice they’d give to a new mom (that’s you btw). Get a pen and paper ready…
