Real Mother Podcast

Hindsight is 20/20 right? If only I could go back in time and tell my pregnant-self a few pearls of wisdom, words of encouragement, or just simple ways to prepare for the enormous transformation that was to come. Here are some of the things I wish I knew before becoming a mother. #letsbereal

Welcome to the rollercoaster story of my labour, birth and hospital stay. It was long and it was traumatic! I spent over 18 hours in active labour, 5 hours pushing, a week in hospital, had two emergency medical calls and a night in cardiac care. It does have a happy ending however. I overcame all of the hurdles and both my baby and I headed home healthy...eventually. Enjoy the ride! #letsbereal

I’ve had more bad endings to things than what I’d like to admit. In this episode I dive into the latest one and my feelings around it. Being a working mother is HARD. I also touch on weaning, body shame and where I’m at in my postpartum-body journey. Then I finish off with new beginnings and my thoughts on what’s to come. #letsbereal

It’s unfortunately been another tough week. I’m being pulled in too many different directions at once and it’s left me feeling ALL the stress. I provide an update on last week’s episode and the new stressors that have been thrown into an already overwhelming time. Join me and a few of my swear words as I take you through the raw and the real of my rough patch. #letsbereal

This past week has been tough. I was let-go in my current role and the news hit me like a tonne of bricks! I detail the story in this week’s episode and discuss managing my anxiety whilst facing this sudden uncertainty as a working mum. #letsbereal

How are we here AGAIN?! Yes, my 4th lockdown. It doesn’t get easier each time, but I share with you my strategies on getting through lockdown with a toddler and give you some ideas for messy play and activities. Hope you’re surviving lockdown too if you’re in the same boat! #letsbereal