Bold Moves with Jools Raye

f you’ve ever stared at your to-do list thinking, “I’ll start once everything’s perfect”… this one’s for you.

In this episode of Mama’s Flight Path, Jools gets real about perfectionism — that sneaky voice that tells us we can’t start until the house is spotless, the kids are quiet, and our hair isn’t in a mum-bun that’s been there since Tuesday.

From juggling packed lunches to building a business, Jools shares her honest take on how chasing perfection keeps us stuck and why done is divine. She talks about the daily chaos of working-mum life, the myth of “balance,” and the mindset shift that happens when you stop waiting for permission and start creating a life that actually lights you up.

Whether you’re a working mum, a recovering people-pleaser, or someone ready to swap control for calm, this conversation will help you drop the guilt, embrace the mess, and move forward — one beautifully imperfect step at a time

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Chapters

00:00 The Struggle of Perfectionism

01:10 Embracing the Chaos

04:16 Taking Action Amidst Imperfection

06:00 Shifting Mindsets: From Employee to Entrepreneur

Are you a mum who struggles with people pleasing and saying yes to everyone but yourself? In this episode of Mama’s Flight Path, host Jools explores one of the biggest challenges mothers face: how to set boundaries without guilt.

Through honest stories from motherhood and a playful exercise called Meet Your Inner Toddler, you’ll discover how reconnecting with your inner child can help you say no with confidence, protect your energy, and create more space for self-care.

This motherhood podcast is for women who want more than survival mode. It’s for mums ready to overcome people pleasing, find themselves again after motherhood, and grow into their best version — with emotional wellbeing, balance, and freedom at the heart.

If you’re craving personal growth as a mum and want practical tools for setting boundaries, boosting mental health, and thriving in your motherhood journey, this episode is for you.

✨Ready to make a change and elevate into a life with more freedom, flow, and a life that actually lights you up?  Join The Break Free Code? ⁠⁠⁠

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to People Pleasing

02:30 The Power of Saying No

04:40 Meeting Your Inner Toddler

07:31 Listening to Your Inner Child

09:08 Reflection and Conclusion

In this episode, Jools reflects on her journey of motherhood and the emotional complexities that come with it. She shares a poignant story about her son that triggers feelings of nostalgia and grief for her past identity. Jools discusses the importance of connection and how it shapes our purpose in life, especially during transitions like becoming a mother. She emphasizes the concept of matrescence, the transformation that occurs as one navigates motherhood, and encourages listeners to embrace their evolving identities while letting go of limiting beliefs. The episode concludes with a reminder of the beauty in personal growth and the importance of nurturing connections.

Chapters

00:00 Nostalgia and Identity Loss

02:36 The Quest for Connection

04:55 Embracing Change and New Beginnings

07:33 Finding Purpose in Motherhood

09:25 Sharing Wisdom and Encouragement

In this episode of Mama's Flight Path, Jools discusses the themes of grief and loss, particularly in motherhood and personal identity. She introduces the concept of the 'loss letter' as a tool for acknowledging and processing the invisible losses that come with becoming a mother. Jools emphasizes the importance of honoring the past while also reclaiming the parts of oneself that are still vibrant and alive. The conversation encourages listeners to embrace their emotions and step confidently into their new chapters of life, shedding guilt and embracing empowerment.

If today’s episode lit a spark, come hang out with me beyond the podcast.

Chapters

00:00 Embracing Loss and Grief

02:21 The Loss Letter: A Tool for Healing

05:09 Reclaiming Your Fabulous Self

Hello gorgeous mamas. Change is something we know all too well, isn’t it? 

One minute you’ve just about nailed maternity leave, the next you’re back at work and trying to figure it all out again.

This summer, my own path shifted. I was made redundant. And after years of feeling like a caged hen in corporate life, I knew I didn’t want to go back. I wanted to be free-range.

So here I am, choosing creativity, community and a different way forward. I’m calling it my Pink Era. If you know the story of flamingo mamas, you’ll know why. 

We lose our colour when everything goes into our babies, but when they grow, the pink comes back. 

In this trailer, I’m letting you in on what this new season of Mama’s Flight Path will be:

• The honest highs and lows of designing a creative life after redundancy
  

• A sisterhood of magnetic mamas mentoring each other and ditching the guilt
  

• And a little “love note” each week to carry you through
  

This is not about having it all figured out. It’s about unbecoming what isn’t really you, and finding the courage to fly free.

Follow the show wherever you listen, and share it with a mama who’s ready to get her pink back!

Welcome to Mama’s Flight Path

Hosted by Jools Tyrer, this space unpacks what really happens when motherhood and career collide.

Every week, you’ll hear from working mums who’ve questioned the default path and making work well, work! Expert insights and tools to help you find clarity when everything feels up in the air.

This week on the flight path:

We’re bringing back one of the most-loved and listened to episode and for good reason. Gary’s story of becoming a dad through adoption will make you laugh, tear up, and rethink what it really means to parent with heart. From keeping close ties with his son Reggie’s birth family, to juggling life in the skies as cabin crew while staying grounded at home, Gary shows us the messy, magical reality of same-sex fatherhood — and how love (plus a little flexibility) makes it all work

💌Send me your Love Notes

Love Notes are the mantras, quotes, or one-liners that get you through the messy middle of motherhood. From next week this will be a new feature that I will be sharing on the podcast.

Whats yours? Head to https://www.mamasflightpath.com/lovenotes and post yours x

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Chapters

00:00 The Journey to Parenthood

01:03:48 Navigating Adoption as a Same-Sex Couple

01:07:04 The Emotional Landscape of Adoption

01:09:55 Building Relationships with Birth Families

01:12:47 The Process of Fostering to Adoption

01:16:11 Emotional Challenges and Support Systems

01:18:44 Celebrating Milestones and Family Bonds

01:21:58 Balancing Work and Family Life

01:25:13 Creating a Supportive Environment for Reggie

01:32:51 Navigating Flexible Work and Parenting

01:35:44 Finding Balance Between Work and Family

01:37:51 The Importance of Self-Care for Parents

01:40:13 Transitioning Back to Work After Parental Leave

01:44:57 Building Independence in Children

01:47:29 Lessons Learned from Parenting

01:50:46 The Role of Partnership in Parenting

01:54:59 Reflections on Personal History and Growth

02:01:40 bye

Welcome to Mama’s Flight Path The podcast for you mama, who looked around after maternity leave and thought: “Wait… who am I now?’’

Hosted by Jools Tyrer, this space unpacks what really happens when motherhood and career collide.

Every week, you’ll hear from working mums who’ve questioned the default path and making work well, work! Expert insights and tools to help you find clarity when everything feels up in the air.

☀️This week

In this conversation, Jools and Jessica Chivers discuss the challenges faced by mothers returning to work after maternity leave, the importance of flexible work environments, and how to navigate conversations with line managers. They explore the emotional toll of balancing work and parenting, the need for supportive workplace cultures, and the role of community and mentorship in facilitating successful transitions back to work. Jessica shares personal stories and insights from her experience as a coach, emphasizing the importance of being curious and open-minded in discussions about work flexibility.

More from Jess:

Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicachivers/

Insta https://www.instagram.com/comebackcommuk/

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⚠️Disclaimer: This podcast may cause career breakthroughs and life enrichment⚠️

Chapters

00:00 The Journey Begins: From Motherhood to Career Advocacy

03:47 The Evolution of Workplace Flexibility

06:53 The Cost of Returning: Financial and Emotional Factors

12:19 Creating Supportive Work Environments

15:04 Navigating Conversations with Line Managers

25:12 Understanding Flexible Work Requests

26:24 Navigating Workplace Relationships

28:47 The Importance of Open Conversations

30:21 Empowering Conversations Through Storytelling

32:17 Personal Reflections and Heartaches

34:10 The Impact of Neurodiversity on Professional Life

36:31 Lessons from Family and Role Models

37:52 Hope for Shared Parenting Responsibilities

Welcome to Mama’s Flight Path

Hosted by motherhood realist Jools Tyrer, this is the space where we ditch the BS and unpack what actually happens when motherhood and career goals collide. Spoiler: it’s not always pretty. But it can be powerful.

Each week, Jools brings you real stories from working mamas who’ve ditched the default and decided to make work… well, work, on their terms. Plus expert tools, mindset shifts, and relatable moments to help you find clarity when everything feels up in the air (and on fire).

☀️ This week on the pod…

From the front row at Chanel to the realities of the school run — Dolly Jones has lived both worlds.

Dolly shares wisdom and stories from her groundbreaking book Leaving the Ladder Down, based on 200 interviews with women redefining career and motherhood. We talk about the cultural taboos around maternity leave, the power of human conversations at work, and why feeling “terrified” about going back shouldn’t be normal.

This is a candid, funny, and deeply relatable exploration of what it really takes to build a career and raise a family in a system not built for mothers.

👉 If you’ve ever wondered: Can motherhood make me more ambitious? or How do I quiet the guilt when I want both career and kids? — this episode is yours

More from Dolly

Buy Dolly's latest book: ⁠Leaving the Ladder Down: How to Combine Career and Motherhood, from the Women Who’ve Done it⁠

Insta: ⁠Dolly_Jones⁠

🎧 Hit play now and don’t forget to follow so you don't miss an episode!

👩🏽‍💻 Craving conversation from a guide at your side that cuts the fluff and hits deep? ⁠⁠⁠Work with me ⁠⁠⁠and let’s find your flight path with purpose.

💛 Like what you hear?Follow the show, drop a comment, and send it to that friend

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Welcome to Mama’s Flight Path

Hosted by motherhood realist Jools Tyrer, this is the space where we ditch the BS and unpack what actually happens when motherhood and career goals collide. Spoiler: it’s not always pretty. But it can be powerful.

Each week, Jools brings you real stories from working mamas who’ve ditched the default and decided to make work… well, work, on their terms. Plus expert tools, mindset shifts, and relatable moments to help you find clarity when everything feels up in the air (and on fire).

☀️ This week on the pod…

From the front row at Chanel to the realities of the school run — Dolly Jones has lived both worlds.

In this conversation, we dive into the first half of her story:
✨ How fear fuelled her rise from intern to Editor of Vogue.com
✨ The reality of pioneering digital at Vogue before fashion took the internet seriously
✨ Why planning outfits after maternity leave was about survival, confidence and identity
✨ Honest reflections on fear, guilt, ambition, and the myth of “having it all” as a working mum
✨ The systemic challenges that still leave so many women terrified of returning to work

Dolly shares wisdom and stories from her groundbreaking book Leaving the Ladder Down, based on 200 interviews with women redefining career and motherhood. We talk about the cultural taboos around maternity leave, the power of human conversations at work, and why feeling “terrified” about going back shouldn’t be normal.

This is a candid, funny, and deeply relatable exploration of what it really takes to build a career and raise a family in a system not built for mothers.

👉 If you’ve ever wondered: Can motherhood make me more ambitious? or How do I quiet the guilt when I want both career and kids? — this episode is yours

More from Dolly

Buy Dolly's latest book: Leaving the Ladder Down: How to Combine Career and Motherhood, from the Women Who’ve Done it

Insta: Dolly_Jones

Part two with Dolly is out Next Thursday!

🎧 Hit play now and don’t forget to follow so you don't miss an episode!

📥 Need a lifeline for your return to work?

👩🏽‍💻 Craving conversation from a guide at your side that cuts the fluff and hits deep? ⁠⁠Work with me ⁠⁠and let’s find your flight path with purpose.

💛 Like what you hear?Follow the show, drop a comment, and send it to that friend

📬 Wanna be on the pod?Slide into my inbox: ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠

📱 Stay connected and scroll with intention: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Chapters

00:00 Dolly's Journey: From Intern to Icon

06:33 The Role of Fear in Career Growth

12:16 Navigating Motherhood and Professional Identity

17:54 The Importance of Honest Conversations

23:43 Guilt, Shame, and the Working Mother Experience

29:30 Empowerment Through Motherhood and Career Transitions

36:12 The Kaleidoscope of Work-Life Balance

38:09 Navigating Workplace Policies and Support

39:58 The Importance of Open Communication

42:44 Creating a Supportive Work Environment

43:29 Challenging the Stigma of Parenthood at Work

46:34 Mentorship and Sharing Experiences

47:49 Celebrating Achievements in Parenthood

50:03 The Marathon of Daily Life

54:25 Reframing Self-Perception as a Working Parent

56:12 outro

Hi there mama, this podcast is for you if you are just surviving and ready to start leading your own path living and on your own terms.

I’m Jools, your guide on the side.Together, we’ll ditch the guilt, rewrite the rules, and figure out what success, ambition, and purpose look like now , now that you’ve changed.

This is the podcast that helps you make work… work your way.

Welcome aboard.

☀️ This week on the pod….

This is the second half of the episode with Ben Coomber. We dive into identity, presence, and why we need to stop playing the victim and start designing life on our own terms.

More from Ben Coomber:Website: ⁠https://www.bencoomber.com⁠nstagram: ⁠@bencoomber⁠

More from Jools:📬 Get the newsletter - ⁠www.mamasflightpath.com⁠👩🏽‍💻 Want coaching that hits deep? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with me⁠

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