How To Support A Friend with Postnatal Depression
Postnatal Depression affects 1 in 7 new mothers. As many as 1 in 10 new parents will develop the condition. Postnatal Depression, also referred to as the “baby blues”, although common, can be difficult to process and many people that experience it shrug it off as something that will pass. This is not always the case and seeking help early is the key to treating the condition. Dealing with postnatal depression can be a confusing time for those affected and the people around them. Here is a list of 10 ways you can help support a friend with postnatal depression.
Top 9 countries with the best maternity and paternity leave
Having children is expensive. In Australia, the conservative cost of raising a child to 17 years of age is $297,600. This gets much more expensive when you have to take time off work to care for children. Fortunately, some generous countries are making it easier for new parents by compensating them for long periods of leave. Here are the countries with the best maternity and paternity leave.
The complete moving checklist
Moving is possibly one of the most stressful things you will ever do. There seems to be endless things to organise before you move. It is easy to forget a few things. Here is a complete moving checklist to help you get organised before move day.
Environmentally friendly alternatives to pads and tampons
Looking for some environmentally friendly period alternatives? The average woman uses 20 tampons per period. If you were to times this by 12 months you would be using 240 tampons per year on average. Each year Australian women add around 500 million pads and 300 million tampons into landfill! Not only are pads and tampons bad for the environment they are also bad for your wallet. If you spend around $10 per month on disposable menstrual products you can expect to spend around $5400 over the lifetime of your period!
We are so excited for the Lizzie McGuire Reboot
Lizzie McGuire reboot alert. This is not a false alarm.
20 Ways To Not Make People Hate You On Melbourne Trains
Melbourne public transport etiquette has many unspoken rules. Here is a list of Melbourne public transport etiquette faux pas you should avoid making.
Being a young woman in the workplace sucks kinda bad
Being a young woman in the workplace sucks.
I am tired, tired of not being taken seriously, tired of being interrupted and tired of people assuming men do the work that I do.
What are the best dogs for babies and toddlers?
So what are the best dogs for babies and toddlers? Dogs can make excellent companions, protectors, and playmates for children. Indeed, there are many advantages to raising children with dogs. Some advantages include more play and exercise, better emotional intelligence, healthier immune systems, and responsibility. Children are sponges and will quickly learn how you treat your dog, so be sure that you are setting an exemplary example.
12 of the best and most romantic Airbnb’s in Australia
Staying in a hotel or fancy resort can be costly. Airbnb's can be a great alternative as they are much more affordable. You now no longer have to save for months at a time just to have a weekend away. Here are the top 12 best and most romantic Airbnb's in Australia:
How To Lighten Freckles
If you have freckles you have probably heard everyone telling you that you should love your freckles and you shouldn’t get rid of them. People who tell you this usually don’t have freckles themselves so they do not understand how self-conscious they can make you feel. I have dozens of freckles all over my face and I wish they were not there. Whenever you look at skincare ads with photos of people with clear skin they never have freckles. If you want to lighten your freckles that is entirely up to you and you should not let anyone tell you otherwise. Freckles are basically just visible sun damage. Here are 5 ways to lighten your freckles