Navigating New Motherhood with More Calm

By Rasmus Stjernström · 26 February 2026

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Can you tell us a little about your family right now? What does life look like as a new mother, and how has your daily routine changed since welcoming your baby?

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At the moment, we are a family of three. There is my husband, myself, and our son. As a new mother, life has been pretty hectic trying to remember when to book appointments for immunisations and weight checks. As a breastfeeding mum, I tend to worry if he’s getting enough. Every time I book in to check his weight, they find it is more than okay. Sometimes I can’t help but stress about it. Since having a baby, my routine and the days have been much slower.

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What has surprised you the most about becoming a parent? Were there any challenges around organisation, mental load, or remembering important things that you did not expect?

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What surprised me about becoming a parent is that you have to start rediscovering yourself. The moment you leave the hospital, you have to figure out your new identity because that day you become a new parent and leave your old self behind.

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All in the blink of an eye, you now have a mini you to look after, but I think there is something very beautiful in that. Another thing that surprised me is how fast my baby is developing, and because of this I’ve been trying to soak up the days as they come. I feel like it’s going by so fast.

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I would say there are definitely a lot of challenges around organising life day to day, trying to make sure that I don’t forget certain things, packing and making sure the nappy bag has everything I need in it every time I leave the house.

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Mental load is definitely a big one, especially with trying to stay on top of house chores and remembering important things I did not expect. The lists and calendar section always keep me in check.

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Before using Famnest, how did you keep track of appointments, feeding schedules, health notes, or important information? Did you feel like things were scattered or difficult to manage?

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Before Famnest, I would just pop anything into my Apple Calendar and Apple Notes. The thing is, Famnest is everything in one place, and that’s why I love it so much. I used a separate app for my baby’s feeding schedules and nappy changes. Health notes went into Apple Notes, as did my important information.

Most of the time, I would find information getting lost. When you have it sitting in all different places, it’s bound to get lost, and that’s why Famnest has been such a great help.

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What made you decide to try a family app during this stage of life? Was there a specific moment when you felt you needed more structure or a shared system at home?

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The reason I wanted to try a family app was because I usually have a hard time remembering important things. I was really trying to find a good organisational tool to use in my everyday life, and I’m super glad I found Famnest because that’s exactly what it is. A place to store everything in one spot. The moment I started looking was when I had my baby.

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As a new mum, how important is it for you to have one secure place for things like medical notes, growth milestones, or reminders? Has having everything in one place changed how you feel day to day?

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As a new mum, I feel like it is very important to have one secure place for things like medical notes, growth milestones, or reminders because life is so busy, and it’s easier to always have things in one place. Having everything in one place has definitely made me feel more organised and put together.

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Which features have been most helpful for you so far? For example, calendar planning, health tracking, shared lists, or notes. Why do those matter to you right now?

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The features that have been most helpful for me so far have been calendar planning, as it helps me figure out what is going on that day and makes sure nothing clashes. The lists and notes also help pinpoint important information.

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They matter to me right now because I have had trouble remembering exactly what is happening on certain days.

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Has using Famnest affected the way you and your partner communicate or share responsibilities? Do you feel more aligned or less overwhelmed?

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I believe Famnest has affected the way my partner and I communicate and share responsibilities because it helps delegate tasks and remind each other what we need to do on certain days or when we need to grab something from the shops.

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I love the feature that lets them know when you have updated a list or added something to the calendar. I do feel much more aligned and less overwhelmed.

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Early motherhood can feel intense and emotional. Has having a system helped you feel more calm or in control? If so, how?

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Early motherhood definitely feels intense and emotional, and now that there is a system I can rely on, I feel much more calm and in control. I feel like it has taken the weight off my shoulders, as the mental load can feel like a lot most days. It’s just great to have a handy tool to help with it.

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What would you say to another new parent who feels overwhelmed by all the planning, remembering, and organising that comes with a baby?

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To a new parent who feels overwhelmed by all the planning, remembering, and organising that comes with a baby, I would tell them that it will all be okay. I would remind them that life becomes slower once you get the hang of it, even though some days feel more chaotic than others. In the end, you get there. I would mention how Famnest has helped me through all the chaos.

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In one sentence, how would you describe Famnest to another new mother?

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In one sentence, I would describe Famnest as a helpful organisational family tool that helps you get on top of the mental load.

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I think as mothers, we often carry a lot of the mental load, and sometimes you just need a little sidekick to help you get by.

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A note from Rasmus: I just want to say a heartfelt thank you for being one of our very first users. It truly means more than you know. Your feedback has not only helped us improve small details, it has gently shaped the direction Famnest is moving in. That is something I will always be grateful for. Please see this as a genuine acknowledgement of the role you have played in our journey so far. We are building Famnest together with families like yours, and your voice has made a real and lasting difference.