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When feeding young children feels harder than it should

Stacey Kershaw-Brant — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 19:10:41 +0000

For many Canberra parents, feeding a baby or toddler can be one of the most unexpected sources of stress in early parenthood. Despite living in a well-resourced city, families often...

Perinatal Mental Health Week shines a light on the struggles Canberra parents rarely talk about

Stacey Kershaw-Brant — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 19:15:54 +0000

As Perinatal Mental Health Week (23–30 November) shines a spotlight on parent wellbeing, it’s revealing a confronting truth: many new and expecting parents in Canberra and across Australia aren’t...

When motherhood feels different

Stacey Kershaw-Brant — Wed, 07 May 2025 20:10:22 +0000

When I found out I was pregnant, the world didn’t stop spinning, but mine tilted slightly. I was excited, more than anything. But I was also overwhelmed in a...

Building careers: The Canberra program opening doors for women in construction

Stacey Kershaw-Brant — Mon, 07 Apr 2025 20:15:19 +0000

For many women in Canberra, landing a job in construction is not just unexpected, it is transformative. It means entering an industry that hasn’t traditionally held space for women...

Parenthood and perinatal wellbeing challenges: a guide to the festive season

Stacey Kershaw-Brant — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:10:49 +0000

The festive season often comes wrapped in twinkling lights, Christmas carols, and the scent of gingerbread. But for those with a newborn or navigating perinatal depression and anxiety, it...

When love turns to fear: how new mums can plan for safety

Stacey Kershaw-Brant — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 19:10:13 +0000

Motherhood is supposed to be a time of joy, but for many women, it can be clouded by the challenges of domestic and family violence. If you’re in a relationship...

How the Southside Women’s Wellbeing Group is helping mums find community and creativity

Stacey Kershaw-Brant — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 19:15:40 +0000

Motherhood can be a whirlwind – sleepless nights, endless to-do lists, and the constant hum of responsibility. But what if there was a space where you could unwind, meet new...

Capture the Love: Enter Mum into the Candid Canberra Photography Competition for this Mother’s Day

Stacey Kershaw-Brant — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 20:00:31 +0000

With Mother's Day fast approaching, we have a unique way for you to make mum feel special this year. What better way to celebrate the extraordinary women who have shaped...