I'm Fine (but...)

Have you ever looked at your life as a mum and wondered, when did I stop being me?

In this episode of I’m Fine (But…), Rose Gibson chats with Hannah, founder of Calm Cats, about her journey from early years teacher to becoming a stay-at-home mum and eventually building a business of her own.

Because sometimes, when you become a mum, your world gets smaller while your responsibilities get bigger. Your days become about everyone else’s needs, your own identity can start to disappear and the career, ambitions and woman you were before motherhood can feel like a distant memory.

Hannah shares the challenges of navigating motherhood, the emotional impact of stepping away from a career, and finding a new direction that allows her to support families while creating something for herself.

This is a conversation about losing yourself in motherhood, finding your way back and discovering that you can love being a mum and still want something that’s just for you.

Because being a brilliant mum doesn't mean you have to lose the woman you were before.

Find out more and connect on Instagram: @calm.cats

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How much of the woman you are today was decided before you were old enough to question it?

The things we hear as little girls. The roles we see women playing. The expectations about how we should behave, what we should prioritise and how ambitious we're allowed to be.

They don't just disappear when we grow up.

They follow us into the workplace, influence how we see ourselves and can even shape whether we believe we're capable of starting a business of our own.

In this episode of I’M FINE (but…), Rose sits down with Shanice from Haus of SC to unpack the beliefs we've inherited, the expectations women are still navigating and what it takes to challenge the stories we've been telling ourselves.

Because what if the life you really want isn't out of reach? What if you've just been taught not to reach for it?

Resources mentioned:

• BabyBeats Podcast Hub: www.babybeats.co.uk/podcast
• Rose’s book I’m Fine: https://amzn.ed/d/hDotEzL
• Learn about BabyBeats: www.babybeats.co.uk

Contact Shanice

Instagram: @hausofsc_

Not sure where to start?

If you're questioning your next step in business, career or life, take our free Core Values course to uncover what truly matters to you — and whether your work genuinely aligns with your values.

Because building a business as a woman, especially as a mum, should feel aligned, not exhausting.

Start here: https://go-bodybeats.babybeats.co.uk/corevalues

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I’M FINE (but…) is for mums who are working, women building businesses and anyone figuring out how to create a life and career around the things that matter most.

The more we share these conversations, the more women we reach.

Thank you for being part of this growing community of women redefining what success looks like.

Nobody tells you how much it hurts when the people you trust in business are the ones who let you down.

You can spend years building something, putting your heart into your work and believing in the people around you only to find yourself questioning your judgement, your confidence and whether you can trust anyone again.

And when it happens, how do you move forward without letting the experience change the way you show up in business?

In this episode of I’M FINE (but…), Rose sits down with Julia from Take Up Space Coaching for an honest conversation about betrayal in business, the emotional impact it can have and why setting boundaries matters more than we sometimes realise.

They explore the challenges of having an opinion, navigating difficult business relationships, understanding our emotional responses and finding a way forward when trust has been broken.

Because protecting your peace doesn't mean making yourself smaller — and having a voice in business shouldn't come at the cost of your wellbeing.

Resources mentioned:

• BabyBeats Podcast Hub: www.babybeats.co.uk/podcast
• Rose’s book I’m Fine: https://amzn.ed/d/hDotEzL
• Learn about BabyBeats: www.babybeats.co.uk

Contact Julia

Instagram: @takeupspacecoaching

Not sure where to start?

If you’re questioning your next step in business, career or life, take our free Core Values course to uncover what truly matters to you and whether your work genuinely aligns with your values.

Because building a business as a woman, especially as a mum, should feel aligned, not exhausting.

Start here:
https://go-bodybeats.babybeats.co.uk/corevalues

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This podcast is for mums who are working, women entrepreneurs and anyone building a business around family life so the more we share it, the more women we reach.

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Can becoming a mum change you so much that you barely recognise yourself?

Motherhood can bring a love you never knew was possible. But it can also bring unexpected challenges, changes to your identity and feelings you might struggle to put into words — especially when you think you're supposed to have it all figured out.

And what happens when motherhood doesn't look the way you imagined?

In this episode of I’M FINE (but…), Rose sits down with Nikki Steele Osborne, also known as The Scottish Soul Sister, to talk about her experience of becoming a mother at 41, navigating postpartum depression and finding a deeper understanding of herself through motherhood.

They explore the importance of mental health, self-awareness and understanding our children — and why being honest about the difficult parts of motherhood matters just as much as celebrating the good.

Because becoming a mum changes you. But you deserve the space to understand who you're becoming, too.

Resources mentioned:

• BabyBeats Podcast Hub: www.babybeats.co.uk/podcast
• Rose’s book I’m Fine: https://amzn.ed/d/hDotEzL
• Learn about BabyBeats: www.babybeats.co.uk

Contact Nikki

Instagram: @thescottishsoulsister

Not sure where to start?

If you’re questioning your next step in business, career or life, take our free Core Values course to uncover what truly matters to you and whether your work genuinely aligns with your values.

Because building a business as a woman, especially as a mum, should feel aligned, not exhausting.

Start here:
https://go-bodybeats.babybeats.co.uk/corevalues

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This podcast is for mums who are working, women entrepreneurs and anyone building a business around family life so the more we share it, the more women we reach.

Thank you for being part of this growing community of women redefining what success looks like.

Having children shouldn't mean having to choose between being a good parent and having a career. So why does it so often feel that way?

For so many parents, returning to work means navigating childcare, rigid working hours, the school run and the constant feeling that you're letting someone down at home or at work.

And when the jobs available don't fit around family life, what are you supposed to do? Give up your ambitions or try to squeeze everything into a life that was never designed for you?

In this episode of I’M FINE (but…), Rose sits down with Evie Squires, founder of Mother of All Jobs, to explore the challenges parents face when looking for flexible work and the opportunities emerging as the world of employment changes.

They discuss the changing landscape of work, the impact of AI bias and the rise of self-employment — and why we need to rethink the way work fits into family life.

Because wanting to be present for your children doesn't mean you're less ambitious. And having a family shouldn't mean putting your career dreams on hold.

Resources mentioned:

• BabyBeats Podcast Hub: www.babybeats.co.uk/podcast
• Rose’s book I’m Fine: https://amzn.ed/d/hDotEzL
• Learn about BabyBeats: www.babybeats.co.uk

Contact Evie

Instagram: @motherofalljobs_

Not sure where to start?

If you’re questioning your next step in business, career or life, take our free Core Values course to uncover what truly matters to you and whether your work genuinely aligns with your values.

Because building a business as a woman, especially as a mum, should feel aligned, not exhausting.

Start here:
https://go-bodybeats.babybeats.co.uk/corevalues

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This podcast is for mums who are working, women entrepreneurs and anyone building a business around family life so the more we share it, the more women we reach.

Thank you for being part of this growing community of women redefining what success looks like.

What if the thing that makes you different is actually the thing that makes your business stand out?

It's easy to look at other people's success and wonder whether you need to sound more professional, look more polished or follow someone else's formula to get ahead.

But in trying to fit the mould, are we losing the very thing that makes us memorable?

In this episode of I’M FINE (but…), Rose sits down with Caroline Keylock to explore how she moved from corporate strategy into storytelling consultancy and how she's empowering midlife women through sport.

They discuss the power of storytelling in business, why your experiences can become one of your greatest assets and the importance of pursuing joy without turning everything into another performance.

Because your story isn't something you need to hide to be taken seriously. It can be the very thing that connects you with the people you're meant to reach.

Resources mentioned:

• BabyBeats Podcast Hub: www.babybeats.co.uk/podcast
• Rose’s book I’m Fine: https://amzn.ed/d/hDotEzL
• Learn about BabyBeats: www.babybeats.co.uk

Contact Caroline

Instagram: @boardwomen

Not sure where to start?

If you’re questioning your next step in business, career or life, take our free Core Values course to uncover what truly matters to you and whether your work genuinely aligns with your values.

Because building a business as a woman, especially as a mum, should feel aligned, not exhausting.

Start here:
https://go-bodybeats.babybeats.co.uk/corevalues

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This podcast is for mums who are working, women entrepreneurs and anyone building a business around family life so the more we share it, the more women we reach.

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Ever wondered whether writing a book could do more for your business than simply putting your name on a cover?

For many women, writing a book sits somewhere on that never-ending list of things they'd love to do one day. But between running a business, raising a family and trying to find five minutes to think, it can feel like an impossible dream.

And even if you do write one, how do you turn those words into something that genuinely supports your business?

In this episode of I’M FINE (but…), Rose sits down with Karen Stanley to explore her journey from teaching into book publishing and how her business model has evolved.

They discuss how books can become powerful business assets, the role publishing can play in building a brand and what happens when you take your knowledge and expertise and turn it into something that reaches beyond your everyday work.

Because your knowledge has value. And sometimes, the right way to share it is to create something that keeps working long after you've finished writing.

Resources mentioned:

• BabyBeats Podcast Hub: www.babybeats.co.uk/podcast
• Rose’s book I’m Fine: https://amzn.ed/d/hDotEzL
• Learn about BabyBeats: www.babybeats.co.uk

Contact Karen

Instagram: @mabelandstanelypublishing

Not sure where to start?

If you’re questioning your next step in business, career or life, take our free Core Values course to uncover what truly matters to you and whether your work genuinely aligns with your values.

Because building a business as a woman, especially as a mum, should feel aligned, not exhausting.

Start here:
https://go-bodybeats.babybeats.co.uk/corevalues

Subscribe & Share

If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review and share it with a woman who needs permission to stop shrinking herself.

This podcast is for mums who are working, women entrepreneurs and anyone building a business around family life so the more we share it, the more women we reach.

Thank you for being part of this growing community of women redefining what success looks like.

What if the thing holding you back isn't a lack of ability but the voice in your head telling you you're not good enough?

You can be capable, experienced and full of ideas and still question every decision you make.

You can build a business you've dreamed of and spend your days worrying that someone will discover you haven't got it all figured out. You can work harder and harder, believing that if you just do enough, eventually you'll feel confident.

But what happens when working harder only leaves you exhausted?

In this episode of I’M FINE (but…), Rose sits down with Jody, a solution-focused therapist and coach, to talk about her journey from corporate burnout to starting her own business.

They explore imposter syndrome, anxiety, overthinking and the challenges women face when building businesses — including how our own thoughts can sometimes become the biggest obstacle standing between us and the life we want.

Because you don't have to wait until you feel completely confident to take the next step. And you shouldn't have to burn yourself out trying to prove that you deserve to be there.

Resources mentioned:

• BabyBeats Podcast Hub: www.babybeats.co.uk/podcast
• Rose’s book I’m Fine: https://amzn.ed/d/hDotEzL
• Learn about BabyBeats: www.babybeats.co.uk

Contact Jody

Instagram: @jodymacmillanmindandwellbeing

Not sure where to start?

If you’re questioning your next step in business, career or life, take our free Core Values course to uncover what truly matters to you and whether your work genuinely aligns with your values.

Because building a business as a woman, especially as a mum, should feel aligned, not exhausting.

Start here:
https://go-bodybeats.babybeats.co.uk/corevalues

Subscribe & Share

If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review and share it with a woman who needs permission to stop shrinking herself.

This podcast is for mums who are working, women entrepreneurs and anyone building a business around family life so the more we share it, the more women we reach.

Thank you for being part of this growing community of women redefining what success looks like.

How many times have you finished a day of work feeling exhausted, only to realise the second shift at home hasn't even started?

The school emails. The last-minute reminders. The forms you need to fill in. The things your children need for tomorrow that you only discover tonight.

It's not just the tasks themselves. It's remembering them all while trying to run a business, do your job and be present with your family.

And why is so much of that invisible mental load still something parents are expected to manage on their own?

In this episode of I’M FINE (but…), Rose sits down with Yemi Sawyerr, founder of Parent Push, to explore how he set out to tackle one of the everyday challenges facing parents: keeping up with school updates and family admin.

They discuss the realities of balancing work, family and entrepreneurship, the inspiration behind creating a personal assistant for school communications and how recognising a problem can become the starting point for building a business.

Because sometimes the biggest business ideas don't come from looking for the next big thing. They come from asking why something that makes everyday life harder hasn't been made easier already.

Resources mentioned:

• BabyBeats Podcast Hub: www.babybeats.co.uk/podcast
• Rose’s book I’m Fine: https://amzn.ed/d/hDotEzL
• Learn about BabyBeats: www.babybeats.co.uk

Contact Yemi

Instagram: @parentpush

Not sure where to start?

If you’re questioning your next step in business, career or life, take our free Core Values course to uncover what truly matters to you and whether your work genuinely aligns with your values.

Because building a business as a woman, especially as a mum, should feel aligned, not exhausting.

Start here:
https://go-bodybeats.babybeats.co.uk/corevalues

Subscribe & Share

If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review and share it with a woman who needs permission to stop shrinking herself.

This podcast is for mums who are working, women entrepreneurs and anyone building a business around family life so the more we share it, the more women we reach.

Thank you for being part of this growing community of women redefining what success looks like.

We talk a lot about the importance of having a village when you become a mum. But what happens when you don't know where to find yours?

Motherhood can be incredibly isolating, particularly when the friendships and routines you once relied on no longer fit your life.

And if you've spent years working in male dominated environments, suddenly finding yourself in a world where you're craving female connection can feel like stepping into unfamiliar territory.

So how do you build those relationships? How do you find your people? And what if the community you're looking for is something you could help create yourself?

In this episode of I’M FINE (but…), Rose sits down with Laura from BabyBeats Worksop to explore her journey from male-dominated working environments to discovering the importance of female community after becoming a mother.

Laura shares how fitness, motherhood, walks and classes helped shape her understanding of connection — and how she's creating opportunities for other mothers to find friendship, support and a sense of belonging.

Because a village doesn't always appear when you need it. Sometimes, it starts with one woman deciding to bring other women together.

Resources mentioned:

• BabyBeats Podcast Hub: www.babybeats.co.uk/podcast
• Rose’s book I’m Fine: https://amzn.ed/d/hDotEzL
• Learn about BabyBeats: www.babybeats.co.uk

Contact Laura

Instagram: @babybeatsworksop_laura

Not sure where to start?

If you’re questioning your next step in business, career or life, take our free Core Values course to uncover what truly matters to you and whether your work genuinely aligns with your values.

Because building a business as a woman, especially as a mum, should feel aligned, not exhausting.

Start here:
https://go-bodybeats.babybeats.co.uk/corevalues

Subscribe & Share

If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review and share it with a woman who needs permission to stop shrinking herself.

This podcast is for mums who are working, women entrepreneurs and anyone building a business around family life so the more we share it, the more women we reach.

Thank you for being part of this growing community of women redefining what success looks like.