Borne Too Blog
For musings on breastfeeding, style, motherhood and everything in between.
PND saved ME
Postnatal anxiety and depression is more common amongst mums than you may realise, with data from the 2010 Australian National Infant Feeding Survey showing that 1 in 5 (20%) mothers of children aged 24 months or less had been diagnosed with depression. More than half...
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Menstrual cup… what?
Let’s talk about menstrual cups. Anyone who knows me, may have heard me sing the praises of my Juju cup. I’m not joking when I say it has changed my life. They can take a bit of getting used to, but once you have the knack – you’ll never look back! (ha, like what I...
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Am I enjoying my children? Mum guilt uncovered.
I wrote this blog some time ago, when my second baby was still a baby, not the rambunctious toddler he is now. I was struggling with the constant feelings of 'mum guilt'. I was taking onboard comments from other mums saying 'it goes so quick', 'enjoy every moment',...
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Raw Ambition with Boss Mode Radio
Recently, I was asked to feature on new Perth digital radio station, Boss Mode Radio as part of Ash (from Fusion Bizbabes) segment Raw Ambition. Ash gets real and raw with businesswomen uncovering unfiltered stories about success, challenges and the dreams they are...
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The role of physiotherapy for women during pregnancy and beyond
Featuring Taryn, womens physiotherapist from Fitright Physio. Please tell us a bit about yourself and what it is you do... My name is Taryn Watson, I am a I am a physiotherapist specialising in Women’s Health & Continence (yep, a physio for your nether regions) and I...
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Why mums should buy all the things for themselves
There's no question that mums like buying things but this post is about why mums should buy all the things.. for themselves instead of always putting everyone else a.k.a kids first. I see it everyday, there’s even been memes made about it; mums spending up big on...
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Borne Too X Frankii Clothing
Becoming a mum is an all-consuming event. Often consuming your wardrobe too. The things you loved to wear before are no longer practical, especially when breastfeeding. We want to show you how you can mix up your style, even when breastfeeding. You can invest in...
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What to buy for your maternity wardrobe
A collaboration with Pregnancy and breastfeeding sees your body go through many physiological changes. There are so many products on the market for pregnant women, babies and mum-life, it can be overwhelming to know what you actually need in your maternity wardrobe....
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Breastfeeding FAQ’s answered
Popular Breastfeeding FAQ's A collaboration featuring Eve Coote, midwife and IBCLC from Best Start Lactation ConsultancyTell us a bit about yourself and the work you do… Hi! My name is Eve; I am a mum to 2 gorgeous boys, a Midwife and a Lactation Consultant. I have...
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Top 5 snack ideas for breastfeeding mums
You already know that you need more energy when you’re breastfeeding, but put down that Tim Tam – the quality of those extra snacks is important too. When you’re breastfeeding you need anywhere between an extra 800 – 2200 extra kilojoules (200 – 500 calories). It all...
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