Welcome to Mama’s Flight Path ✈️The podcast for you, mama.You, who came back from maternity leave, looked around and thought:
“Wait… who even am I now?”

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).

✨ Whether you're back in the office, building something new during nap time, or crying in your car post nursery drop-off, this is your space.

Not just to return.
To return on purpose.

☀️ This week on the pod…

What actually happens to your ambition after becoming a mum?

Spoiler: it doesn’t disappear. It shape-shifts.

In this laugh-out-loud, tear-up-a-little episode of Mama’s Flight path, Jools sits down with Tiffany Scott and Alex Morgan founders of the unapologetically honest Mambition podcast to talk motherhood, ambition, and the beautifully messy collision of the two.

We get real about:
💼 Why the traditional definition of “success” doesn’t work for mamas👩‍👧‍👦 The identity crisis nobody warns you about after maternity leave🧘‍♀️ Why self-care isn’t selfish, it’s your secret weapon🤯 The mental load, career curveballs, and perfectionism (ugh, that old friend)👯‍♀️ The power of community, honesty, and holding your nerve

Whether you're plotting a career comeback, stuck in the work-kid drama lama, or whisper-screaming in your car after nursery drop-off, this one’s for you friend.

Because motherhood isn't the end of your ambition. It’s the start of something even better: your version of success.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mambition Podcast Hosts

03:34 Defining Ambition in Motherhood

07:09 The Journey to Starting the Podcast

11:54 Navigating Challenges of Motherhood and Career

16:12 The Importance of Community and Support

20:49 Personal Experiences of Returning to Work

22:26 Balancing Career and Motherhood

25:01 Balancing Motherhood and Entrepreneurship

28:04 The Complexity of Career Choices

30:54 Introspection and Personal Growth

33:40 The Importance of Self-Care

36:54 Redefining Sacrifice in Motherhood

40:48 Embracing the Journey of Motherhood

44:13 Transformative Power of Motherhood

46:46 The Transformation of Motherhood

49:40 Flexibility in the Workplace

52:38 Balancing Work and Home Life

57:05 Letting Go of Perfectionism

01:00:30 Encouragement and Self-Belief

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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.

✨ Whether you’re back in the office, plotting your exit, or crying in your car after nursery drop-off—this is your space.Not just to return. To return on purpose.

☀️This week on Jools Tools

Ever felt like motherhood sent your ambition packing, only to be replaced with snack duties and endless laundry piles? Here’s the truth: your ambition didn’t disappear, it evolved.

In this episode, Jools dives into how motherhood reshapes your sense of self through matrescence (the motherhood version of adolescence, awkward, messy, and totally transformative). She hands you a life-changing coaching tool, the Wheel of Anything, to help you get crystal clear on what truly matters now, and how your ambition has shifted from chasing prestige to pursuing purpose.

Think of ambition like a muscle, it's still there, it just needs new exercises. Jools shows you how to flex it differently, redefine your own version of success, and step into a motherhood journey that's intentional, aligned, and deeply satisfying.

Hit play if you're ready to swap "just surviving" for actually thriving. Because motherhood isn't about losing ambition it's about finding a new, better way to use it.

📥 Download your free ⁠⁠Return Reset™⁠⁠ and get unstuck fast👩🏽‍💻 Want coaching that hits deep? ⁠⁠Work with me⁠⁠💛 Like what you hear? Follow the show, drop a comment, and send it to that friend who’s quietly losing it in a toilet cubicle right now.

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

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.

✨ Whether you’re back in the office, plotting your exit, or crying in your car after nursery drop-off—this is your space.Not just to return.
To return on purpose.

☀️This week on the pod....

She built a six-figure business… in 20 hours a week. WTF?!

This one’s for every mum who’s cried in the car after nursery drop-off, walked into the office pretending everything’s fine, and secretly Googled “how to quit my job and not ruin my life.”

In this convo, I sit down with Kelly Cookson, founder of Cheer Up Marketing, who went from crying over her baby at the nursery gates to building a wildly profitable, part-time business on her terms. (And spoiler: she didn’t sacrifice her sanity—or her daughter’s childhood—to do it.)

We get into:

• The ugly cry moment that changed everything

• The side hustles she tried (yes, including drawing people’s cats 🐱)

• How she went from burnt-out to booked out—and what she’d never do again

• Why email is hotter than Instagram (yes, really)

• And how becoming a mum became her biggest business flex 💪

You’ll walk away questioning the system, trusting your gut, and maybe, just maybe, thinking, I could do this too.

Because the system wasn’t built for us and we’re done playing by its rules..

Reach out to Kelly on insta cheerupmarketing

📥 Download your free ⁠Return Reset™⁠ and get unstuck fast👩🏽‍💻 Want coaching that hits deep? ⁠Work with me⁠💛 Like what you hear? Follow the show, drop a comment, and send it to that friend who’s quietly losing it in a toilet cubicle right now.

📬 Wanna be on the pod? Email [email protected]📱 Stay connected: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠

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

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Kelly Cookson's Journey

02:02 Navigating Career Changes as a New Mom

05:12 The Catalyst for Change: Motherhood and Career Reflection

09:58 Side Hustles and Discovering New Opportunities

11:39 The Birth of Cheer Up Marketing

13:23 Challenges of Running a Business During a Pandemic

14:35 Mindset and Determination in Entrepreneurship

18:17 Narrowing Focus: Finding a Niche in Marketing

20:58 The Importance of Enjoying Your Work

24:26 Building a Supportive Community

29:27 Defining Success Beyond Money

31:49 Redefining Success: Health and Family First

34:17 The Pressure of Parenthood and Career

37:12 Finding Balance: Work Hours and Income

40:06 The Importance of Email Marketing

43:34 Outsourcing and Delegation in Business

45:06 Quickfire Reflections: Trusting Yourself

47:55 The Superpower of Parenthood

48:22 Learning from History: Growth Mindset

Feeling lost after redundancy or returning from maternity leave? In this powerful episode, Jools sits down with author, change coach, and mum Eleanor Tweddell to explore how unexpected career detours—like losing your job—can actually open new doors. Together they unpack Eleanor’s five-step framework from her upcoming book Another Door Opens, starting with the radical permission to pause.

You’ll hear why rushing into “what’s next” doesn’t work, how to sit with messy emotions, and why capacity matters more than capability when you're a mum figuring out your next move. If you’re navigating identity shifts, career change, or just craving a moment of calm—this one’s for you.

🔗 Plus, don’t miss Tuesday Jools Tools that pairs with this episode—your 10-minute reset to help clarity rise, like bubbles in sparkling water.

Each week Jools shares real working mamas stories who have done it, expert insights, and mindset-shifting tools.

Whether you're back at work, questioning if it still fits, or craving clarity on your next step—this is your space to reset, realign, and return to yourself.

Because going back isn’t just a professional move. It’s a whole identity shift.

🎙️ New episodes every Tuesday and Thusday💛

📥 Download the free Return Reset™ at ⁠mamasflightpath.com⁠ to get unstuck and move forward with clarity

👩🏽‍💻 B⁠e coached by Jools ⁠and realign with what matters most 

✨You’re not alone, mama, You have got this and I have got you 

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:31 Navigating Job Loss and Identity

06:22 The Shift in Career Perspective

09:02 Exploring New Opportunities

12:10 The Importance of Capacity

14:58 Creative Outlets and Personal Growth

18:03 The Midlife Transition

20:43 Acknowledging Change and Embracing Messiness

23:43 Steps to Intentional Restart

26:17 Micro Changes and Daily Choices

34:52 The Journey of Self-Improvement

37:54 The Ripple Effect of Our Actions

41:17 Finding Calm in Chaos

43:16 Creative Outlets for Mental Clarity

45:34 Navigating Change and Loss

48:31 Quickfire Reflections on Life

53:50 Hope and Hero Moments

In this episode of Jools Tools, host Jools explores a powerful mindset reset for busy mums navigating career uncertainty especially after redundancy or maternity leave. Inspired by her conversation with Eleanor Tweddell landing on Thursday, founder of Another Door and author of Why Losing Your Job Could Be the Best Thing That Ever Happened to You, Jools unpacks why pausing rather than pushing can create space for real clarity.

You'll learn a simple, neuroscience-backed tool to help you reconnect with your inner wisdom, even when your to-do list feels endless. Whether you're questioning your return to work, rethinking your career path, or just need a breather, this short episode offers a gentle nudge to trust the not-knowing, embrace uncertainty, and take one creative step forward.

For support with issues like maternity discrimination, redundancy, childcare challenges, or loss of pay, visit⁠ Pregnant Then Screwed⁠ — a UK charity dedicated to helping pregnant women and mothers navigate workplace rights and advocacy.

Welcome to Mama’s Flightpath—the podcast exploring the thrills, turbulence, and WTF moments of returning to work as a mama.

Each week Jools shares real working mamas stories who have done it, expert insights, and mindset-shifting tools.

Whether you're back at work, questioning if it still fits, or craving clarity on your next step—this is your space to reset, realign, and return to yourself.

Because going back isn’t just a professional move. It’s a whole identity shift.

🎙️ New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday 💛

📥 Download the free Return Reset™ at ⁠mamasflightpath.com⁠ to get unstuck and move forward with clarity👩🏽‍💻 B⁠e coached by Jools ⁠and realign with what matters most 

✨You’re not alone, mama, You have got this and I have got you 

If you enjoyed this conversation, follow Mama's Flight Path so you don't miss another episode.

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Your comments help me keep on the right track to bring you content you need and want. Supporting the show in this way helps us to connect and empower more mamas.

Want to join me on the pod? PLEASE get it touch you can email ⁠[email protected] ⁠or visit ⁠⁠mamasflightpath.com⁠⁠

Let's keep connected

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For support with issues like maternity discrimination, redundancy, childcare challenges, or loss of pay, visit Pregnant Then Screwed — a UK charity dedicated to helping pregnant women and mothers navigate workplace rights and advocacy.

What happens when the pressure to “have it all” quietly empties your cup?

In this powerful episode of Mama’s Flight Path, I sit down with systemic coach and mum of three, Felicia, for an honest conversation about burnout, identity, and the unspoken expectations placed on modern mothers. From returning to work too soon, juggling a coaching qualification, and raising twins — to the breaking point that forced her to finally stop — Felicia shares what it really costs to keep pushing.

We explore:

This episode is a must-listen if you're constantly “doing,” secretly exhausted, and wondering how to hold space for everyone without losing yourself.

👉 Listen now and take the first breath toward balance.

Welcome to Mama’s Flightpath—the podcast exploring the thrills, turbulence, and WTF moments of returning to work as a mama.

Each week Jools shares real working mamas stories who have done it, expert insights, and mindset-shifting tools.

Whether you're back at work, questioning if it still fits, or craving clarity on your next step—this is your space to reset, realign, and return to yourself.

Because going back isn’t just a professional move. It’s a whole identity shift.

🎙️ New episodes every Tuesday (Jools Mindset Tools) and Guest Chats every Thursday 💛

📥 Download the free Return Reset™ at ⁠mamasflightpath.com⁠ to get unstuck and move forward with clarity👩🏽‍💻 B⁠e coached by Jools ⁠and realign with what matters most 

✨You’re not alone, mama, You have got this and I have got you 

If you enjoyed this conversation, follow Mama's Flight Path so you don't miss another episode.

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Your comments help me keep on the right track to bring you content you need and want. Supporting the show in this way helps us to connect and empower more mamas.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Felicia and Burnout Awareness

02:22 Navigating Identity and Societal Expectations

04:14 Redefining 'Having It All' as a Parent

06:12 The Impact of Work Environment on Parenting

08:41 The Pressure of Returning to Work

10:51 The Importance of Self-Care and Listening to Needs

12:55 Finding Energy Givers in Life

15:23 The Role of Systemic Coaching

17:44 The Butterfly Effect in Life Choices

20:12 Improv and Coaching: The Art of Being Present

30:02 Finding Personal Balance

30:19 Recognizing Parental Limits

31:08 The Oxygen Mask Analogy

32:42 Explaining Emotions to Children

34:38 Mindfulness Techniques for Kids

38:59 Reframing Productivity

42:08 Understanding Burnout

44:58 Recovery and Self-Discovery

47:56 The Role of Mentorship

54:14 Future Conversations on Work-Life Balance

In this short but powerful Jools Tools episode, we dive into one of the biggest mindset struggles working mums face after maternity leave: the pressure to be constantly productive.

If you're overwhelmed by the return to work, juggling home life, career expectations, and the invisible mental load of motherhood — this episode is your permission slip to pause and reassess.

You’ll learn:

Mama, if you have a return to work question you'd like me to explore in Jools Tools drop me a message by visiting my website https://www.mamasflightpath.com/contact

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Thinking about returning to work after maternity leave—but the old rules just don’t fit anymore? In this episode, we explore what happens when you’ve changed, but work hasn’t. Join Jools and flexible working advocate Emma Harvey as they unpack the emotional and practical shifts working mums face when stepping back into the workplace. From the power of the 5-hour workday to redefining success after baby, this episode is for any mother ready to do it her way.

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Welcome to Mama’s Flightpath—the podcast exploring the thrills, turbulence, and WTF moments of returning to work as a mama.

Each week Jools shares real working mamas stories who have done it, expert insights, and mindset-shifting tools.

Whether you're back at work, questioning if it still fits, or craving clarity on your next step—this is your space to reset, realign, and return to yourself.

Because going back isn’t just a professional move. It’s a whole identity shift.

🎙️ New episodes every Tuesday💛 📥 Download the free Return Reset™ at ⁠mamasflightpath.com⁠ to get unstuck and move forward with clarity👩🏽‍💻 B⁠e coached by Jools ⁠and realign with what matters most 

✨You’re not alone, mama, You have got this and I have got you 

If you enjoyed this conversation, follow Mama's Flight Path so you don't miss another episode.

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Your comments help me keep on the right track to bring you content you need and want. Supporting the show in this way helps us to connect and empower more mamas.

Want to join me on the pod? PLEASE get it touch you can email ⁠[email protected] ⁠or visit ⁠⁠mamasflightpath.com⁠⁠

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Emma and the Five Hour Club

02:47 Navigating the Messy Middle of Motherhood and Work

11:18 Identity and Career Change: Finding Flexibility

15:20 The Systemic Issues in Returning to Work

17:42 Creating Opportunities: The Five Hour Club's Mission

20:40 Understanding the Pay Gap and Job Availability

27:44 Understanding the Gender Pay Gap and Parenthood

30:13 Redefining Part-Time Work: Flexibility vs. Quality

32:22 The Motherhood Penalty: Job Quality and Gender Bias

34:17 Normalizing Flexible Work for All Parents

36:46 The Business Case for Flexible Work

39:26 Advocating for Yourself: Empowering Parents in the Workplace

43:37 The Need for Systemic Change in Work Culture

45:59 Validation and Advocacy: Navigating the Return to Work

🎧 Jools Tools is back—by popular demand!

Every Tuesday (well… if mum-life allows!), I’ll be dropping mini mindset episodes designed to give you a boost before you give your energy to everyone else, because that’s what we do as mums, right?

Think of these bite-sized episodes as your personal mama mind gym or a WhatsApp voice note from me, packed with tools, reflections, and truth bombs I wish I’d had on my own return-to-work rollercoaster.

Each week, I’ll also share a sneak peek of who’s joining me on Thursday’s main episode because their story shapes the theme we explore in Jools Tools. Whether you're rethinking flexibility, craving confidence, or just want to feel less alone in this juggle, this space is for you.

So take a pause, tune in. You've got this, and I've got you.

THIS WEEK

Returning to work after becoming a mum can feel like stepping into a world that no longer fits. In this episode of Jools Tools, we unpack what flexible working really means, on your terms. If you’ve ever nodded along to "flexible work" only to realise it still feels rigid, this is your mindset reset.

Host Jools shares a powerful tool called The Flexible Frame to help you define the flexibility you actually need, before someone else defines it for you. Whether you’re navigating part-time work, school pickups, or advocating for no-meeting days, this episode will help you reflect, reset, and start designing a return-to-work plan that works for you.

Plus, Jools shares her own story of going back on autopilot, what she wishes she’d asked for, and how to have those hard but honest conversations at work.

✨ Includes:

If you're ready to stop shrinking to fit and start shaping a career that fits your life now—this one’s for you.

Each week Jools shares real working mamas stories who have done it, expert insights, and mindset-shifting tools.

Whether you're back at work, questioning if it still fits, or craving clarity on your next step—this is your space to reset, realign, and return to yourself.

Because going back isn’t just a professional move. It’s a whole identity shift.

🎙️ New episodes every Tuesday💛

Returning to work after becoming a mum can stir up more than logistics—it can unravel your sense of identity. In this episode of Mama’s Flightpath, Jools is joined by John Fleming, a psychotherapist, master coach, and specialist in transactional analysis and neuro-linguistic programming (NLP).

Together, they explore what it really means to become yourself again after baby. From grief and parenting to the tension between who you were and who you’re becoming, this soulful conversation is packed with insight for first-time mums, working mums, and anyone navigating the return-to-work transition.

John brings decades of expertise and deep emotional wisdom to help you reconnect with your truth and design a life that feels aligned.

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John would love to hear from you! 

📥 Download the free Return Reset™ at ⁠mamasflightpath.com⁠ to get unstuck and move forward with clarity👩🏽‍💻 B⁠e coached by Jools ⁠and realign with what matters most 

✨You’re not alone, mama, You have got this and I have got you 

If you enjoyed this conversation, follow Mama's Flight Path so you don't miss another episode.

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Your comments help me keep on the right track to bring you content you need and want. Supporting the show in this way helps us to connect and empower more mamas.

Want to join me on the pod? PLEASE get it touch you can email ⁠[email protected] ⁠or visit ⁠⁠mamasflightpath.com⁠⁠

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Becoming You

04:20 The Journey of Identity and Transition

07:19 Navigating Personal Loss and Change

09:51 The Impact of External Factors on Self-Identity

12:26 Autopilot Living vs. Conscious Awareness

14:58 The Role of Societal Expectations

17:41 Finding Opportunities for Personal Growth

20:31 The Political Element of Personal Development

23:12 The Challenges of Parenting in Modern Society

26:15 Creating Space for Self-Care

28:38 Simple Practices for Self-Connection

36:03 The Journey of Self-Discovery

38:20 Reconnecting with Self

41:36 The Role of Curiosity

46:38 Willingness to Change

50:23 Designing Your Own Life

56:34 Belief in Yourself and Unbecoming