Motherhood, friendship and mental health: Tips from those in the know

Becoming a mum, whether for the first time or with a growing family, can be a whirlwind that impacts our well-being both positively and negatively. According to Everyone’s Business, more than 1 in 10 women develop a mental illness in their baby’s first year.

The rise of ‘mummy bloggers’ illustrates the growing appetite among mothers to hear and share their authentic experiences of motherhood.

As we begin our conversation surrounded by six children aged between five weeks and six years, the nervous laughter at the sight of my note-taking suggests there’s an established ‘off the record’ norm to these conversations. But for one time only, these mums have agreed to share their tips on how to stay mentally healthy throughout motherhood.