The Body Library

Breastfeeding is one of the most natural and essential acts of motherhood, but it can also be a challenge for many new moms. Here are some helpful guidelines for new mums to follow. 

When birth doesn’t go the way we envisioned or dreamed of, there is no space for our feelings because we keep being told to be grateful that we have a healthy baby. Cue one of the earliest triggers for mom guilt because now we have a beautiful, healthy, wonderful baby but we can’t help but feel [insert feeling here]. Read more.

It’s been 2 years since I entered this crazy, life altering and often challenging chapter called motherhood. But when does it get easier? The answer is not so simple. 

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Fluff free information about breast milk, supply, and the science behind it. How breast milk is produced and how we maintain supply.

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Lorna’s...

The news was disappointing and I began to let go of being able to get pregnant, we had been trying for a year to no avail. I shed a few tears and decided to just not focus too much on it, perhaps it was a matter for the universe. It was a surprise when I discovered I was pregnant in January 2022.

We do not live in a society where it is feasible for every woman to take a prolonged maternity leave, stop working or even work flexibly to balance life with children. Read about why I made the decision to quit my corporate job and why I think being a 'super mom' is BS!

Having a baby in South Africa, how to find the perfect birth team, how much it costs and where to find postpartum support. Everything you should know before you begin your journey and take ownership of your birth experience.

Designed for myself, my sisters and mothers who I’ve met along the way with the same breastfeeding challenges.