The Mama Perspective | Motherhood and Maternal Wellbeing

A space for real stories, shared experiences and modern motherhood.

The voice behind the blog

Natasha is a mum of two little boys and the voice behind The Mama Perspective. Passionate about maternal mental health and self-care, she writes honestly about the highs, lows, and healing moments of motherhood.

Tag: Wellness

  • Postpartum: Round Two

    Postpartum: Round Two

    In August 2021, I gave birth to my beautiful firstborn, Freddy. And now here we are – with our second son, Jack born in May, under 4 years later. For me, I find that postpartum hits you hard, regardless of having been through it before. I’m sleep deprived, I’ve cried, and I’ve felt anxious about…

  • The Differences Between My First and Second Pregnancy

    The Differences Between My First and Second Pregnancy

    During my first pregnancy, I still remember that exact moment – my heart genuinely skipped a beat as I stared down at the two pink lines on the test. This is what Danny and I had hoped for, and I couldn’t quite believe it had happened… and so quickly, too. I couldn’t wait to tell…

  • Trying Harder to Stress Less

    Trying Harder to Stress Less

    Teaching myself to stay calm during stressful situations hasn’t always come easy. Whether it’s a tantrum from my 3-year-old or challenges at work, I do my best to get through it all but I’ve noticed that sometimes, stress gets the better of me. Now, in this stage of my second pregnancy, I’m learning to remind…