"All this pressure we put on ourselves and all these unrealistic expectations, it's ridiculous. As women, we are too hard on ourselves sometimes," Matilda says of how parenthood has changed her perspective on life.
Newshub reporter Janika is refreshingly honest about the struggles that came with new parenthood but she says despite the challenges, it's all been worth it.
Jessica was smitten as soon as she locked eyes with her baby daughter. ''It is a blessing to have her and I'm constantly struck by how lucky we are. She's wonderful.''
It's been a dream year for the sporting star and new mum. And none it would have been possible without the unwavering support from her husband Richie McCaw.
"My whole world stopped," recalls Jewel Grimshaw of receiving the devastating diagnosis, aged 21. "All I remember in that moment is thinking that my life was over, that no man would ever love me again...''