When Your Quiet Roar Gets Louder: Finding Yourself Again with Louise Budgen

Sometimes we know something needs to change long before we’re ready to admit it.

In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I’m joined by Louise Budgen, author of The Quiet Roar: Stop Pretending You Are Fine, to talk about those moments when the voice inside us becomes impossible to ignore.

We talk about losing ourselves while caring for everyone else, trusting our intuition, the guilt that can come with choosing ourselves, and why it’s never too late to reinvent who you are.

Louise shares her own journey of change and what she has learned about listening to that inner voice — the one that quietly says, there has to be more than this.

Because sometimes the biggest changes in our lives begin with the quietest roar.

Connect with Louise:

🌐 Louise Budgen’s website
📸 Instagram — @louise.budgen
💼 LinkedIn — Louise Budgen

📖 The Quiet Roar: Stop Pretending You Are Fine
Find out more about the book and Louise’s work on her website.

In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I’m joined by  Stephanie and Beverly mums first, founders second of the Black & Brown Family Group for an honest and important conversation about fertility, representation, healthcare and self-advocacy. .

We talk about the experiences Black and Brown women and families can face when navigating fertility and maternity care, why representation matters, and the importance of feeling confident enough to ask questions and advocate for yourself.

We also explore why fertility conversations need to start much earlier, including why Black & Brown Family Group is passionate about bringing young teenagers into the conversation and helping the next generation understand their bodies, fertility and the importance of speaking up for themselves.

We also hear about the Black & Brown Fertility Show and the importance of creating spaces where Black and Brown families can access information, hear lived experiences, connect with experts and feel seen.

A powerful conversation about fertility, knowledge, community and finding your voice.

Connect with Black and Brown Family Group

www.bandbfamilygroup.com

@bandbfamilygroup

What happens when the life you thought you were building suddenly changes completely?

At 38, Donna Cornibert moved across the ocean with her four children, believing she was creating the life she would have for the years ahead. Sixteen years later, at 54, she found herself coming home and having to start again.

Donna had survived breast cancer, was navigating the end of her marriage and was facing a future without the financial security she had imagined she would have — no home of her own and no pension.

In this deeply honest conversation, Donna talks about what it really means to rebuild your life in midlife.

We talk about the courage it takes to leave a marriage, the importance of financial and emotional independence, surviving breast cancer, the changing midlife body and what happens when you realise the life you planned isn't necessarily the life you're meant to live.

Most importantly, Donna shares how she found the strength to begin again at 54 — and why it is never too late to reinvent yourself.

❤️ If you're in midlife and wondering whether it's too late to make a change, this conversation is for you.

🎙️ Motherhood in Stereo with Caroline Morgan

Could I have ADHD? Or is this simply the way my brain works?

It’s a question I’d never really considered until a friend suggested it — and suddenly I started looking back at my life differently.

The difficulty focusing at school. The constant ideas. Getting completely absorbed in a project. Getting bored easily. The many career changes. 😂

Then I watched Channel 4’s The Great ADHD Myth and somehow came away with even more questions.

So I decided to ask an expert.

In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I’m joined by Sarah Warley, founder of The Key Clinic and a contributor to Channel 4’s The Great ADHD Myth.

We talk about ADHD and neurodiversity in children and adults, how ADHD can present in women, what can sometimes be missed, and why understanding how our brains work can be so important.

I’m not claiming I have ADHD — I’m simply asking questions and exploring whether some of the things I’ve always considered “just me” might have another explanation.

Could it be ADHD… or is it just me?

🎧 Listen to the full conversation and join me as I try to make sense of it all. ❤️

Connect with Sarah:
The Key Clinic

What happens when becoming a mum to twins changes everything — and then an ADHD diagnosis changes the way you understand yourself?

In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I’m joined by Danii from @raisingtwins05 for a wonderfully honest conversation about the reality of raising twins.

Danii opens up about her recent ADHD diagnosis and how, looking back, so many things suddenly started to make sense. We talk about motherhood, neurodiversity, identity and the importance of understanding that every child — and every mind — is different.

We also get into the realities of twin parenting: why maternity leave can feel so unfair when you have two babies, finding the right support, getting twins outdoors, travelling and holiday hacks, and the practical things that make everyday life that little bit easier.

This is a conversation about the beautiful, chaotic and sometimes exhausting reality of raising twins, while also learning more about yourself along the way.

Because sometimes a diagnosis doesn't change who you are — it simply gives you the answers to questions you've been asking your whole life. ❤️

How do we teach our children about body safety, boundaries and consent without making them afraid of the world?

In this important episode of Motherhood in Stereo, Caroline is joined by author Krystaelynne Sanders Diggs for a compassionate and practical conversation about empowering children with the confidence, language and knowledge to speak up when something doesn't feel right.

Together, they explore how parents can create safe spaces for open conversations, help children understand boundaries, and build trust from an early age.

This conversation isn't about parenting through fear. It's about parenting with awareness, confidence and connection.

A thoughtful episode for parents, caregivers and anyone who wants to help children grow up feeling safe, heard and empowered.

Connect

@allthingsdiggs

www.ksdiggs.com

What happens when you go from performing on some of the biggest stages in the world… to coming home and stepping straight back into mum life?

In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I’m joined by the incredible Kedma Macias — powerhouse singer, mum of two, and someone I’ve been lucky enough to get to know over the years.

Kedma has recently returned from touring with Jennifer Lopez, but behind the incredible performances is a mum navigating the same realities so many of us understand — missing home, balancing family and ambition, managing the guilt, and finding space to still be herself.

We talk about her journey into motherhood, building a life and career in music, finding love, the realities of touring with a family, and how motherhood has changed the way she sees success.

Because behind every performance, every achievement and every dream being chased, there is a real person trying to balance it all.

A beautiful conversation about music, motherhood and following your dreams — even when life gets complicated.

Connect with Kedma Macias on all social platforms.

hakaentertainment.co.uk

The Energy Behind the Smile with Ria Hebden

From the Cannes red carpet to the school run, Ria Hebden has built a career filled with glamour, ambition and purpose. But behind the television presenter, journalist and entrepreneur is a mum navigating the same challenges so many women face.

In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, Caroline sits down with Ria for an honest conversation about the woman behind the smile. They talk about confidence, motherhood, balancing a busy career with family life, travelling the world, walking red carpets, mentoring other women and why protecting your joy is one of the most important things you can do.

Caroline also asks the question she's been wanting to ask for years: where does Ria's incredible energy come from? Is she really that positive all the time, or has she learned how to find light even in life's more challenging moments?

This is a warm, uplifting conversation about resilience, reinvention and giving yourself permission to shine—without apologising for it.

If you've ever wondered how to stay positive while juggling motherhood, career and everything in between, this episode is for you.

Connect with Ria

www.wonderwomentv.com

In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I’m joined by Lizzy, who shares her incredible story of discovering she was pregnant with triplets — despite being on the contraceptive pill.

Lizzy opens up about the shock of finding out she was expecting three babies, navigating a high-risk pregnancy, preparing for life with triplets, and the reality of raising three little ones at once.

We talk about:

• The moment she found out she was having triplets
• The emotions of an unexpected pregnancy
• The challenges of a multiple pregnancy
• The realities of newborn life with three babies
• Finding identity, strength and resilience through motherhood

A powerful conversation about surprise, love, and the journey of becoming a triplet mum.

About Lizzy
Lizzy shares an honest and inspiring insight into life as a triplet mum — from the unexpected beginning of her pregnancy to the everyday joys and challenges of raising three children.

Birth trauma is more common than many people realise, yet so many women suffer in silence.

In this episode of Motherhood in Stereo, I'm joined by Dr Rebecca Moore, Consultant Perinatal Psychiatrist and Co-Founder of Make Birth Better, to talk about the emotional impact of traumatic birth experiences and why they deserve to be acknowledged.

Together, we discuss:

• What birth trauma is and how it can affect parents
• The signs that you may need support
• Why trauma isn't defined by the type of birth you had
• The impact on mental health, relationships and bonding
• How recovery is possible and where to seek help

Whether you've experienced birth trauma yourself, are preparing for birth, or want to better support someone you love, this episode offers expert advice, reassurance and hope.

About Dr Rebecca Moore
Dr Rebecca Moore is a Consultant Perinatal Psychiatrist and Co-Founder of Make Birth Better, a UK charity dedicated to improving care and support for anyone affected by birth trauma. Through clinical work, education and advocacy, she is helping to raise awareness and improve outcomes for families.

🌐 Learn more about Make Birth Better: www.makebirthbetter.org

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