depression

Postnatal Depression: FACT vs. FICTION
Mental health issues have negative stigmas, misconceptions and untruths attached to them, which can prevent many people from getting help. You may have your own idea of what postnatal depression let’s sort the fiction from the facts.

Upping your fruit intake could help reduce the symptoms of depression! Eating chips associated with more anxiety
An apple a day can keep more than the doctor away, it seems, it can also help reduce depression. A new study has found that by eating more fruit, you’re less likely to feel depressed.

After losing 5kgs in just 8 weeks Jodie’s confidence is blossoming
In the first 8 weeks of signing up to the 28 Day Weight Loss Challenge, Jodie is thrilled with her results.

Despite battling depression and anxiety, this mum has lost 30kgs and has finally regained her confidence
Two years after joining the Healthy Mummy, Peggy not only lost 30 kilos, she has gained her confidence back, has more energy and is feeling so much happier.

Mum battling depression is taking control back of her physical and mental health
Losing weight can have a big impact on your mental state and confidence as Mum Rhiannon has discovered since…

Mum now medication free since losing 18 kilos and overcoming depression
Losing weight can have a huge impact on your mental health and self-confidence as Mum Belinda has discovered since…

Xanni has overcome depression and anxiety, lost 40 kilos and changed her life completely
Since finding the Healthy Mummy last March, she has lost 40 kilos, taken custody of her teenage sister, ended a 10 year unhealthy relationship, and is the happiest she's ever been.

The four types of exercise that reduce depression
People who exercise for as little as 30 minutes a day may be up to 17% less likely to get depression. Scientists found adults who took part in four hours of exercise each week were 17 percent less likely to develop the mental health condition.

Vicki shares “The Healthy Mummy honestly saved me!”
Healthy Mummy, Vicki, shares with us that as an adult she has always struggled with her weight. That was…

Researchers discover the brain’s link to postpartum depression
Chronic stress during pregnancy triggers an immune response in the brain that has the potential to alter the brain's function and could contribute to postpartum depression

How to the Christmas blues to finish the year on a positive note
Do you get down or a bit overwhelmed at Christmas? You are not alone, despite the general air of joy at this time of year for some it's a less joyous time. Here are some tips to help you cope and end the year on a positive note.

This mum overcame depression and lost 25kg in the process
Meagan began the 28 Day Weight Loss Challenge at the same time as a friend, but then she fell off the…

How this mum got out of her “deep dark hole” and lost 10kgs!
Jinjamarda was in a “deep dark hole” fighting anxiety, depression and a newly diagnosed underachieve thyroid. But now, 10…

This mum is 5kg away from her goal weight and won’t let her depression take control of her!
Nikki is just 5kgs away from her goal weight and her mental health is at a high! This mama…
How a recommendation from a friend helped this mum to lose 14kgs!
Paula’s struggled with weight issues her whole life, but now she’s lost over 14kgs thanks to her friend introducing…