Eastern Suburbs Mums

Lactation consultant and Nurse, Courtney Hawkins, answers the breastfeeding questions new mums are too embarrassed to ask

23/06/2026

When a mother is thinking about breastfeeding or learning for the first time, a lot of questions come up, so let me answer the most common ones. As a lactation consultant, NICU nurse and mother of four, I have sat with so many new mums who quietly ask the same questions once they feel safe enough. So, let’s get into them! Is breastfeeding meant to hurt? The short answer is no BUT in the early days and weeks it can feel tender and awkward. Trying get baby to latch properly and holding them in the right position takes time and…

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Health & Wellbeing

Mum Health Investments Worth Budgeting For in 2026

22/06/2026

Being a mum can be exhausting! Between caring for children. Keeping up with household chores. Supporting a partner. Managing work commitments. And, in many cases, helping ageing parents. There is rarely a moment when someone isn’t relying on you. In fact, many women spend their days juggling responsibilities from morning until night. Often putting their own needs at the bottom of the list. With so much going on, it’s completely understandable that their personal health can get put on the back burner. A missed exercise session here. A postponed health check there. Another week of poor sleep. It can all…

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Eastern Suburbs mum mid-class in the J.I.M infrared studio, Bondi Junction

Fitness

Meet J.I.M | 30-Minute Infrared Fitness Studio, Bondi Junction & Paddington

22/06/2026

Between school drop-offs, work, family life and trying to squeeze in a little time for yourself, finding a fitness routine that actually fits your life can feel impossible. That is why more women across Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs are moving away from overcrowded commercial gyms and choosing studios that offer something more personal, supportive and motivating. J.I.M is an infrared fitness studio with locations across Australia, and our Bondi Junction and Paddington studios bring that different approach to fitness right to the Eastern Suburbs. Classes are led by J.I.M, run for 30 minutes, heated to 40 degrees with infrared heat, and…

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Real Estate

Independent Property Valuation vs Agent Appraisal: What Every Australian Homeowner Should Know

21/06/2026

Most Australian homeowners have received an agent appraisal at some point and assumed it told them what their property is worth. It gives a number, it comes from someone who knows the market, and it costs nothing. What’s not to like? The problem is that an appraisal and a valuation are not the same thing. They are prepared by different professionals, for different purposes, and carry very different legal weight. Confusing the two in the wrong situation can mean incorrect tax calculations, a failed finance application, or a major decision made on a figure that has no legal standing behind…

by jay

School holidays

What to Do in Sydney These School Holidays

20/06/2026

Winter school holidays are almost here, and keeping children and teens busy, active and entertained can be a full-time job. Luckily, Sydney has plenty on offer this July, from creative workshops and circus shows to swimming lessons, film festivals and teen-friendly adventures. For most NSW students, school holidays run from Tuesday 7 July to Friday 17 July, making it the perfect time to book in a few fun activities and experiences. Here are some great ideas for kids of all ages. For Primary School-Aged Children Children’s International Film Festival Take the kids on a global big-screen adventure at the Children’s…

by jay

Education

The Rise of Stackable Qualifications: Building Skills One Course at a Time

20/06/2026

The biggest hurdle for professionals wanting to learn more isn’t going back to study per se, it’s finding a way to make it work logistically. Balancing an already busy career with an even busier home life can make taking time off for a full-time qualification seem impossible. Consequently, many people quietly agree to prolong their tenure in their existing role by a couple of years, not from a deficit of ambition, but because enacting the next phase feels too unsettling. Yet at the same time, there’s more pressure than ever to keep upskilling. Job descriptions change, industries evolve, and it…

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Health & Wellbeing, Remedial Therapy

Thai Massage Near Matraville — Special Offer for Eastern Suburbs Mums

19/06/2026

As the cooler weather settles in across Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, many mums find themselves dealing with stiff muscles, sore backs, and increased tension from busy family schedules. Winter is the perfect time to slow down, take some time for yourself, and enjoy the many benefits of a professional Thai massage. Located just minutes from Matraville at Sea Side Thai Massage, our experienced and qualified massage therapists are dedicated to helping you relax, unwind, and feel your best. Why Winter Is the Perfect Time for a Thai Massage Cold weather can cause muscles and joints to tighten, leading to aches, stiffness,…

by jay

Food, Kids

Kids Eat Free & Free Friday Activities at Meriton Pagewood

19/06/2026

Looking for an easy family outing in the Eastern Suburbs that keeps little ones entertained and helps make dining out more affordable? Meriton Pagewood has two great family-friendly offers to put on your weekly radar: Kids Eat Free at Thai Thae and free Ready Steady Go Kids sessions every Friday. Whether you are meeting friends for lunch, planning a casual dinner with the family, or looking for a fun activity for your toddler or preschooler, Meriton Pagewood is making it simple for local families to enjoy more time out together. Kids Eat Free at Thai Thae Dining out with children…

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Business & Career

Top Qualifications for Parents Returning to Work

19/06/2026

Taking a career break to raise your family can provide plenty of enrichment, allowing you to slow down and really connect with your little ones during their most crucial years. But it’s also perfectly normal to feel a little nostalgic for the years spent working prior to starting your family. Thankfully, as your kids start preschool, kinder, and their first years of primary school, you may find you have more time during the day to put towards personal development again, whether that be taking up a hobby that has the potential to generate its own income, or maybe even taking…

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Legal

When Should You Speak to an Intervention Order Lawyer?

18/06/2026

Being served with intervention order papers can make an ordinary day feel suddenly serious. You may be worried about where you can live, whether you can contact someone, how the order affects your children, or what will happen at the first court date. Even if you believe the allegations are wrong, the order still needs immediate attention. If you are searching for an intervention order lawyer in Melbourne, it is usually because you need clear advice before making a decision that could affect your home, work, children, licence, or future legal position. In Victoria, intervention order matters can move quickly,…

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All about life as a mum in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs.

Eastern Suburbs Mums was created for mums and their families to connect with what is going on in Sydney’s east.

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Lactation consultant and Nurse, Courtney Hawkins, answers the breastfeeding questions new mums are too embarrassed to ask

Mum Health Investments Worth Budgeting For in 2026

Meet J.I.M | 30-Minute Infrared Fitness Studio, Bondi Junction & Paddington

Independent Property Valuation vs Agent Appraisal: What Every Australian Homeowner Should Know

What to Do in Sydney These School Holidays

The Rise of Stackable Qualifications: Building Skills One Course at a Time

Thai Massage Near Matraville — Special Offer for Eastern Suburbs Mums

Kids Eat Free & Free Friday Activities at Meriton Pagewood

Top Qualifications for Parents Returning to Work

When Should You Speak to an Intervention Order Lawyer?

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