In this honest and deeply relatable episode of Milk & Mummies, Raychel Addo sits down with content creator, podcaster, and mum of two Rhea Ellen to talk about the side of motherhood we rarely hear about.

From pregnancy and birth to burnout, mum guilt, and admitting she doesn’t always enjoy being a mother, Rhea shares the truth so many women are afraid to say out loud.

Together, they explore:

✨ Life before motherhood

✨ The reality of pregnancy and birth

✨ Why motherhood isn’t always joyful

✨ Mental load and emotional burnout

✨ Being honest online as a mum

✨ Losing and rebuilding your identity

✨ Letting go of unrealistic expectations

This episode is for every mum who has ever felt overwhelmed, unseen, or ashamed for not “loving every moment.”

You’re not failing. You’re human. And you’re not alone.

Listen, share, and join the conversation with Milk & Mummies.

In this episode of Milk & Mummies, Raychel Addo speaks with Stephanie Mensah, founder of award-winning diversity toy brand Bibinee Dolls.

After her young son was bullied at nursery because of his skin colour, Stephanie was determined to create something that would help children feel proud of who they are. What began as a mother’s response to heartbreak became a powerful mission to promote representation, confidence, and empathy in early childhood.

Stephanie shares her journey through motherhood, entrepreneurship, and building an inclusive brand that is now recognised across the UK.

In this episode, we explore:

• Raising confident children in a diverse world• The impact of representation in early years
• Turning personal pain into purpose
• Building a values-led business
• Navigating motherhood and ambition

This episode is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone passionate about inclusion, purpose, and empowering the next generation.

In this episode of Milk & Mummies, Raychel Addo is joined by Michelle Kirby, founder of Daisy & Dukes — one of the UK’s top talent agencies for young performers.

Michelle opens up about her journey into the entertainment industry, building a successful agency, and how motherhood shaped her both personally and professionally. With her children now grown, she reflects on identity shifts, ambition beyond the early motherhood years, and what it means to redefine success in this next chapter of life.

This episode covers:

• Career ambition and entrepreneurship

• Pregnancy, birth and early motherhood

• Raising older children and letting go

• Life as a modelling casting booker and agency owner

• Supporting parents and young talent in entertainment

• Rediscovering purpose after the kids fly the nest
  

A powerful, honest conversation for mums at any stage of motherhood.

In this episode of Milk & Mummies host, Raychel Addo is joined by Casting Director Leanne Flinn for an honest conversation about career, creativity, motherhood, and ambition.

Leanne shares her journey into casting, her biggest professional achievements, and how pregnancy, birth, and becoming a mum reshaped her identity, priorities, and creative instincts. Together, they explore the realities of working motherhood, industry pressures, and what meaningful support for mums in creative industries really looks like.

A powerful episode for mothers, creatives, and anyone navigating change while holding onto their dreams.

In this episode of Milk & Mummies, I'm joined by Sinead Blaney, a fashion model, content creator and mother of two, for an open and deeply honest conversation about motherhood, identity and support.

Sinead shares her experience navigating pregnancy, postpartum and early motherhood while working in the fashion industry, the pressure to bounce back, and the emotional toll many mums silently carry. Together, we discuss why community and support are essential for mothers, the realities behind the highlight reel, and how mums can better show up for one another.

This episode is a reminder that motherhood isn’t meant to be done alone.

In this episode of Milk & Mummies, Raychel Addo is joined by actor, martial artist, and former Miss Universe Philippines candidate Julia Saubier for an open and heartfelt conversation about motherhood, career, and identity.

Julia reflects on her life before becoming a mum, the transition into motherhood, and how having a child has reshaped her creativity, ambition, and approach to work. Together, they discuss the realities of balancing a career in the entertainment industry with motherhood, the importance of support systems, and how mums can find moments to refill their own cups.

A powerful episode for mothers, creatives, and women navigating life after becoming a parent.

In this episode, I'm joined by Micallar Walker — founder of Dark Matter Agency — for a powerful conversation about motherhood, creativity, culture and purpose.

Micallar opens up about her life before motherhood, what inspired her to start Dark Matter, and how becoming a mother reshaped her work, identity and leadership.

Together we explore the challenges and beauty of raising children while building a purpose-led creative agency that champions Black audiences and meaningful storytelling.

This episode is warm, honest, and deeply relatable for mothers navigating ambition, creativity and care.

What we cover:

• Life before motherhood
• Starting Dark Matter Agency
• Representation in books, film & culture
• Navigating motherhood as a founder
• Balancing purpose, work & family
• Creativity, curiosity & leadership
• What legacy means now she’s a mum

Follow Micallar:

www.darkmatteragency.co.uk

Instagram: @micallarwalker / @darkmattermktg

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Instagram: @milkandmummiespodcasr

In this in-person episode of Milk & Mummies, I sit down with Joely Chilcott — Content Director at POPSUGAR UK — for an honest, grounding conversation about motherhood, identity and the myth of “having it all.”

Joely shares her life before motherhood, her pregnancy and birth journey, and the real adjustments of becoming a new mum. Together, they unpack the pressures modern mums face, how media shapes motherhood narratives, and whether the idea of “having it all” even serves us anymore.

We dive into:

• Life before becoming a mum
• Pregnancy, birth and adjusting to new motherhood
• Balancing ambition, creativity and family

• Media representation of mums — what’s working and what isn’t
• The overstimulation of modern motherhood: advice overload, comparison culture and chronic pressure
• Redefining what “having it all” truly means

If you’re navigating identity shifts, mum guilt, career tension, or simply trying to stay human in a world that demands everything — this episode is for you.

In this episode of Milk & Mummies, Raychel sits down with Sophia A. Jackson — journalist, mum, and founder of Afridiziak Theatre News, the UK’s leading platform celebrating African-Caribbean theatre.

Sophia shares her journey of balancing motherhood with legacy-building work in the arts, why she created Afridiziak back in 2008, and how being a mum has reshaped her sense of purpose.

They talk about identity shifts, creative resilience, and the importance of documenting Black stories on stage and beyond.

Expect truth, laughter, and beautiful reminders that creativity and motherhood can co-exist.

Follow Sophia: @afridiziaktheatrenews | www.afridiziak.com

Follow Raychel & the show: @milkandmummiespodcast | @loveraychel

In this special roundtable episode, Raychel is joined by the brilliant Sawiya and Nasra from Entry Level Mums for an honest conversation about the myth of balance in motherhood.

From identity shifts to mum guilt, dropping balls, career pressure and the chaos of everyday life — this episode is funny, warm and deeply relatable. A real mum-to-mum chinwag that reminds us none of us have it all figured out.

Follow Entry Level Mums on Instagram @entrylevelmums

Hosted by Raychel Addo, creator of Milk & Mummies @milkandmummiespodcast