Pregnancy is often described as a time of excitement and transformation. But in reality, it can also be filled with uncertainty,...

And why I believe no mother should do this alone. I remember sitting on the edge of my bed, holding my newborn, completely hollowed out.I...

A note to first-time mums who feel a bit lost (you’re in good company). When I had my first baby, I didn’t realise how much time I’d...

The disconnect between what mums are offered and what they really need When I was pregnant, I thought I had everything covered. I signed...

The Hidden Side of Postnatal Mental Health We hear a lot about postnatal depression , but what about postnatal anxiety ? I didn’t even...

We spend months preparing for birth—but what about the weeks and months after? The fourth trimester , those first 12 weeks postpartum, is...

When someone you love is expecting, it’s natural to want to shower them with gifts. But let’s be honest—many new mums end up with piles...

Why Are Mums More Isolated Than Ever? Before I had my first baby, I imagined that motherhood would be filled with connection . I thought...

Before I had my first baby, movement was something I did because I loved it. Yoga, walking, stretching—it made me feel strong, capable,...

Our Pregnancy Retreat Days are one way we hold space for this — a calm, welcoming pause in the noise. With gentle movement, thoughtful conversation, rest, and reflection, it’s not about fixing anything. It’s about remembering what already lives inside you.

Being told to “go back to exercise” at your 6-week check might feel like support—but most new mums are left without real guidance. At Nest Glasgow, our Core Restore, Barre, and Pilates classes offer functional, pelvic health-informed movement for pregnancy and postpartum. No pressure, no bounce back—just strength, support, and space to reconnect with your body, one breath at a time.

Starting Nest wasn’t easy. I was juggling a baby, battling exhaustion, and creating something from scratch with the tiny pockets of time

For generations, raising children was a shared experience. Mothers had grandmothers, sisters, aunties, neighbours—people who stepped in.

The next time you hear a mum say, “I’m just tired all the time,” instead of laughing and moving on, let’s ask: What support does she need?

Trying to fit the unpredictability of babies, nursery drop-offs, and sick days into a rigid work schedule?

The “mental load” is something almost every mum I’ve met talks about. It’s this invisible weight we carry

But motherhood is so much more than just meeting our babies’ needs. We need spaces that recognise that mums matter too.

Traditional gyms weren’t an option—I couldn’t bring my baby, and even if I could find childcare, the thought of rushing to fit in a workout

The Isolation of Modern Motherhood I remember the first time I truly felt the weight of loneliness in motherhood. My baby was just a few...