Journal

Mama, you don't have to be perfect! How to truly enjoy Christmas and let go of guilt.
Text and tips: Elisabeth Kwauka, coaching praxis   It’s December: Christmas parties, baking cookies, DIY advent calendars… and you’re still sitting at the kitchen table at 11 p.m. If Christmas feels... Read more...
Specialty! decaf coffee during pregnancy, motherhood and beyond
Specialty decaf coffee is a thoughtful, health-conscious option for mothers at every stage and for anyone looking to enjoy delicious coffee without the drawbacks of caffeine. Thanks to Miriam Boubachta... Read more...
Our first products: the story behind mama.matters
Mama Matters was born from our personal journeys into motherhood — the beauty, the overwhelm, the transformation. Our mission is simple yet profound: to help women feel seen, supported, and... Read more...
I gave birth. Now what?
Mama Matters sat down and spoke to Julia Röder about the beautiful yet challenging time after giving birth. Julia is a psychotherapist and certified mediator. The focus of her work... Read more...
Honoring the quiet heroism of motherhood
Pic credit: Irati Ayerza Photography @iratiayerza There is a unique kind of strength in the quiet, silent sacrifices we make as mothers. These sacrifices often go unseen by the world,... Read more...
Finding balance in the chaos
pic credit: Cati Donner Being a mum is a full-time job, but so is everything else. Whether you’re chasing work deadlines, caring for your little ones, or simply trying to... Read more...
WHAT DOES A NEW MOTHER NEED AND HOW CAN YOU HELP
 When a baby is born, friends, family and acquaintances rush to buy the baby a gift. Who can blame them? It’s hard to resist those tiny sweet overalls, sustainable toys... Read more...
HOW TO: Perineal Massage
A Perineal Massage might sound like a scary thing, but it is definitely something that you can do! Midwife Birgit Kubizek gives you some expert advice on the how to... Read more...
MOTHERHOOD [UN]SEEN with Ana Sampaio Barros / Breastfeeding: expectations vs. reality
Mama Matters in an open and honest conversation with Ana Sampaio Barros, co-founder of BTTR creative agency in Vienna, Austria – about how breastfeeding feels: the emotions, doubts, challenges, and... Read more...
5 ME-TIME MYTHS & HACKS FOR MOTHERS powered by Tiny Habits®
Ask a new mother: ‘How do you spend your Me-Time?’, and she will either chase you until she stuffs the pacifier in your mouth, or she will simply not understand... Read more...
MOTHERHOOD [UN]SEEN 1: Pregnancy doesn't finish after giving birth
Pregnancy is not only a very transformational phase for our bodies physically but very much emotionally and mentally as well - according to doula and mum Stephanie Johne, founder of... Read more...