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navigating the holidays with a baby feels like… alot!
mama, if you’re heading into the holidays with a baby on your hip (or strapped to your chest, or screaming in the car seat) let’s be honest… navigating the holidays with a baby:
It’s a lot.
Magical? Yes.
Heart-melting? Absolutely.
But also overwhelming, overstimulating, unpredictable, emotional and exhausting – all at once.
The world loves to romanticise “baby’s first Christmas,” but behind the twinkling lights and cute outfits is a mother juggling naps, feeding schedules, overstimulation, family expectations, and the mental load of trying to make it all work.
And I know this because I’ve lived it (x 4 babies now!)
I still remember my first Christmas with Thad. He was four months old, and we flew back to Canada to spend time with family. Between jet lag, freezing temperatures, logistics, pressure to see everyone, and trying to keep some kind of routine… it was a lot. What saved me were a few simple things: planning ahead, taking breaks, keeping my carrier close, and lowering the bar.
Those tiny choices protected my nervous system and my sanity – and that’s exactly why I made the ultimate holiday survival guide for new mamas.
Not because you need more to do.
Not because there’s a “right way” to do Christmas.
Not because you’re failing.
But because the mental load of motherhood triples in December, and you deserve support that makes the season softer.
simplifying the chaos
This guide was created to help you feel calmer, steadier, and more confident through the chaos – with practical tips, simple checklists, feeding + nap hacks, gentle boundaries, and nervous-system moments you can actually do with a baby in your arms.
And this year, I added something special… my go-to holiday products + exclusive discount codes, just for you!
Here’s a little peek at what’s inside:
🌸 simplifying the chaos
Nappy-bag essentials, “just in case” items, and ways to prep for outings without losing your mind.
💞 making feeding easier – anywhere!
Bottle, breast, pumping… the guide simplifies holiday logistics so feeding doesn’t feel like an Olympic sport.
🎁 setting boundaries (without the guilt)
Scripts, swaps and gentle phrases that protect your peace when everyone wants a cuddle or visit.
💤 protecting baby’s sleep (and your sanity)
Portable sleep setups, on-the-go comfort tricks, and realistic expectations for festive chaos.
💫 and… a little love letter to you
Because you’re not just surviving the holidays – you’re creating memories. This section helps you feel grounded, present, and supported through it all.
mamalinc is the LINC between surviving and thriving – and this guide was made to help you do exactly that.
remembering you matter too
If you’re overwhelmed, anxious, tired, or trying your best to hold everything together this December…
You are not alone.
You deserve support.
And this guide is my gift to you.
Download your free “ultimate holiday survival guide for new mamas” and walk into the holidays feeling calmer, prepared, and wrapped in a little extra love 💖
download your free “ultimate holiday survival guide for new mamas” and let it take some of the weight off your shoulders
Maternal mental health matters and your wellbeing is just as important as your baby’s. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, not yourself, or like things are getting too heavy to carry alone, please reach out for support. You deserve proper care, compassion, and someone to hold you through this season too.
mamalinc is here to support you emotionally and practically – but if you are ever feeling at risk, unsafe, or needing immediate help, please contact one of the services below. You do not have to wait. You are not alone. Help is available right now.
Trusted Australian perinatal and mental health supports:
PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia)
