Welcome to motherhood

Becoming a mother is perhaps the biggest life event that can happen to a woman. The changes are profound, and yet most women are not prepared for them. 

During my research of motherhood in the past decade I've spoken to lots of mothers and professionals who work with them, and the theme that keeps coming up is that women are not prepared for motherhood. They are prepared for pregnancy and birth, but what comes after is often a huge shock. 

It doesn't have to be.

New motherhood is beautiful; but it's also very challenging. The first few weeks and months can be tough - but if we can prepare for that, we can navigate the journey better.

Let me show you how.

How can this course help you?

Preparing for the postpartum period is just as important as preparing for the birth of your baby. Becoming a mother is a huge transition - and the more prepared you are, the easier it is to navigate it. This is what you will learn in this course:

  • How to navigate postpartum recovery - so you get your strength and vitality back

  • How to prepare for the emotional changes - so you're not shocked by your world turning upside down

  • How to recognise mental health problems - so you know what's normal and what's not

  • How to design a life you enjoy - because your wellbeing matters, too!

No more confusion

Becoming a mother is a momentous change. Let's start preparing for it.

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Course curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome to the course!

    • A message from the instructor

    • Medical Disclaimer
  • 2

    A New Beginning

    • Welcome to Motherhood

    • A Rite of Passage

    • Celebrations and Rituals

    • Organising a Mama Party

    • Test your learning

    • New Mum Celebration Planner
  • 3

    Modern Motherhood

    • Mothers & Society

    • Building Your Support Network

    • Your Work Situation

    • Maternal Mental Health Facts and Figures

    • Test your learning
  • 4

    Common Issues

    • Changes and Challenges

    • Missing Your Old Life

    • Relationship Changes

    • Feeling Emotional
  • 5

    Perinatal Mood Disorders

    • What are perinatal mood disorders?

    • Postpartum Depression

    • Anxiety

    • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

    • Bipolar Mood Disorder

    • Postpartum Psychosis

    • Test your learning

    • Maternal Mental Health Resources
  • 6

    Postpartum Care and Recovery

    • The First Six Weeks

    • Nourishing Food

    • Rest

    • Bodywork

    • Warmth

    • Community

    • Test your learning

    • Postpartum Planner
  • 7

    Wellbeing Practices

    • Eat, Move, Sleep

    • Stress Management

    • Designing a Life You Enjoy

    • Test your learning
  • 8

    Bonus Material

    • Bonus material

    • Your Pregnancy Planner

    • Mandala Colouring Pages

    • Daily Planner

    • Weekly Planner

    • Monthly Planner

    • Meal Planner

    • Chore Planner
  • 9

    Next steps

    • Congratulations!

    • Recommended reading

    • Before you go...

Bonus material

Printable pdf documents to help you on your motherhood journey

  • Pregnancy Planner

    Keep track of your thoughts and feelings throughout your pregnancy with this practical planner. It will also help you prepare for medical appointments, brainstorm baby names, and pack that all-important hospital bag.

  • Mandala Colouring Pages

    These beautiful mandala colouring pages feature 16 different designs that you can print and colour as many times as you like. Mandala colouring is not only a creative activity, but also a great relaxation and mindfulness practice.

  • Practical Planners

    Life as a new mum can be chaotic - that's why these planners can help. Whether it be a daily, weekly, or monthly planner that you need, you'll find it here. Need a meal planner, or a chore planner? No problem, you'll find them here, too.

Knowledge is power

Everyone prepares for the arrival of their baby, but few prepare for motherhood.

Let's get you prepared

FAQ

  • Is this just another course about pregnancy and birth?

    No, this course is not about pregnancy and birth. It's all about new motherhood and the postpartum weeks.

  • Do I really need this course?

    If you already know absolutely everything about new motherhood and postpartum wellbeing, then no. Otherwise, totally.

  • Can I learn at my own pace?

    Yes, it's up to you how slowly or quickly you would like to go through the learning material.

Instructor

Wellbeing professional and educator

Gabriella Campelli-Ignacz

Hello there! I'm Gabriella Campelli-Ignacz (MA, MSc), wellbeing professional and educator, with a particular interest in early parenthood, happiness, and workplace wellbeing.  I believe that wellbeing is more than just healthy eating and exercise - it's also about happiness, contentment, life satisfaction, having a purpose, work-life balance, and meaningful relationships. And while we as individuals can do a lot to manage our own health and wellbeing, there is also a lot that workplaces, communities, and indeed our whole society can do to further collective wellbeing.

Your wellbeing matters

Newborn babies are very delicate - and so are new mothers. Let me show you how to look after your wellbeing postpartum.

Show me how