Acknowledge Their Efforts Caring for a newborn is far from a holiday - it’s full-time, round-the-clock work. Recognise your partner’s efforts with simple gestures like “thank you” or “you’re doing an amazing job.” Feeling seen and appreciated goes a long way. Share Household Responsibilities Just because your partner is at home doesn’t mean they should handle every household chore. Share the cooking, cleaning, and laundry so that the load feels lighter and you function as a t

Motherhood is often described as beautiful, rewarding, and life-changing. But what if I told you it’s more than just a new role, it’s a complete transformation of self? Mum and Newborn - Let the Transformation Begin There’s a term for this shift: matrescence. Coined by anthropologist Dana Raphael, it describes the physical, emotional, psychological, and social changes women experience when becoming mothers. It’s like adolescence - messy, profound, and entirely normal. For ma

Sleepy Newborn Bringing a newborn home is magical, but let’s be honest, it’s also exhausting. The first few months are often a blur of feeds, cuddles, and sleepless nights. Many new parents wonder: Is my baby sleeping enough? Why do they wake up so much? Will I ever sleep again? The good news? Everything you’re experiencing is completely normal. And yes, it does get easier. What’s Normal for Newborn Sleep? Newborns sleep a lot - usually 16 to 18 hours per day. Sounds like bli