The MotherSparker podcast

Show Notes:

Ever have one of those days where you just feel flat, drained, foggy, and a bit disconnected from yourself?

You’re not alone, my love!. In this episode, I share how I hit that wall recently and decided to go through my own 30-Minute MotherSparker Reset — the exact process I created to help mums feel lighter, clearer, and more like themselves again.

You’ll hear what I did (spoiler: it involved water, a banana, a soggy walk, and a 10-minute lie down), what it reminded me about energy, and why self-care doesn’t have to be complicated.

If you’ve been running on empty, this episode is your gentle reminder that your spark isn’t gone — it’s just waiting for a little attention.

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You are worth 30 minutes of your time, Mumma!

In this short and reflective episode, I take you with me on a walk through the New Forest, sniffly nose 'n all, to explore what nature can teach us about letting go. As the trees shed their leaves, I muse on the beauty of being laid bare, the strength that comes from seeing our true shape, and the courage it takes to release what no longer serves us.

I share stories of grief, growth, and the surprising peace that comes when we stop pretending and simply stand in our truth.

Journaling Prompts:

• What have I been holding on to that no longer feels true for me?
• When I strip away the roles and expectations, who am I really?
• What do I want to keep standing strong on? Where am I putting my roots?

So grab a cuppa, take a breath, and join me for a gentle reminder that even in the barest seasons, there’s beauty, strength, and renewal waiting to be seen.

Ever look back and wonder about the life you didn’t live? The career that never happened, the version of you that took a different turn? Or how big your hair might have been if you'd followed your 80's/90's heroine?

In this episode, I explore the tender, funny, and sometimes bittersweet process of grieving the lives we didn’t live. From the myth of “having it all” to the quiet beauty of blessing the paths not taken, I reflect on how midlife invites us to make peace with our past choices and rediscover who we are now.

It’s part reflection, part rebellion, and a gentle reminder that it’s never too late to create new possibilities or to learn from the parallel you who did The Thing.

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Ever rolled your eyes at the phrase “hold space”? Yep, me too… until I realised what it really means.

In this episode, we explore the quiet power of presence, the beauty of not having all the answers, and how simply being there can transform our relationships and our motherhood.

Holding Space might sound like a buzzword, but the end result of holding space is something quite magical.

If you are craving some mutual support, I am opening up The MotherSparker Sanctuary - my free Facebook group - where you can find support, encouragement, inspiration and just generally feel like you're not alone.

There’ll also be the occasional oracle card reading or meditation to lift your spirits.

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Ever find yourself wide awake at 2am with a brain full of to-do lists, school forms, and mental tabs that never seem to close? You’re not alone, lovely.

In this episode, we’re getting real about the *invisible mental load* that so many mothers carry — the unseen planning, remembering, soothing, and managing that keeps family life running. It’s not just about what we *do*, but what we *hold*.

We’ll talk about why it’s burning us out, how to name it, and what we can do to share the load more fairly. Because you deserve rest, relief, and recognition for all that you manage.

If this episode resonates, share it with a friend or your partner — it might just spark the conversation that changes everything - you never know!

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In this episode of The MotherSparker Podcast, I open up about what it feels like to lose yourself under the endless roles of motherhood and caregiving. From advocate to fixer, organiser to emotional buffer, I’ve worn them all — but somewhere along the way, I forgot what it felt like to simply be Jaci.
This isn’t about regret, it’s about awareness. It’s about peeling back the layers, gently rediscovering who we are underneath the labels, and reclaiming the parts of ourselves we put on pause.
If you’ve ever wondered, “Who am I, really, underneath all of this?” then this episode is for you.

Ever found yourself wondering who you are without your labels?

In this rather personal episode of The Mother Sparker Podcast, I’m reflecting on the messy, emotional space that follows decades of motherhood, advocacy & carer burnout— when the labels start to fade and you’re left wondering, Who am I now? I mean honestly, who TF even am I?

From postnatal depression to parenting through complex medical and neurodiverse challenges, I share how my identity became entangled with being a mum, a carer, and an advocate. Now, with more space in my days and fewer urgent demands, I find myself asking the big questions — and invite you to ask them, too.

I’ve realised how much of myself got wrapped up in those roles. Somewhere along the way, I stopped being just ‘Jaci’, and I became the sorter-outer, label-making organiser, the researcher, the emotional anchor… the everything. (Also, how did I become the only one who knows where things are? Use your damn eyes, kiddo, its right bloody there!!)

Now, with more space in my days and fewer demands, I’m sitting in that weird limbo — the identity shift of midlife — exploring who I am beyond all the labels. This isn’t a how-to guide — it’s more of a heart-share from the messy middle. No neat answers, just real talk and big questions.

If you’re a mum over 40 feeling a bit lost too, you’re not broken. We’re evolving. Go us! We Rock!

• Journal Prompt: What labels have I been clinging to — and who might I be without them?
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Thanks for being here with me.

Hit follow, share with a fellow sparker, and join me as we begin this new chapter of rediscovery, creativity, and midlife realness.

Summers gone & I'm still here holding on like I lent it my phone. Hello autumn, you tricky thing.

I’m not ready for autumn. I never am.

In this solo episode, I get personal about why the seasonal shift into autumn always hits a little hard — from losing my favourite clothes and my summer soul, to the real grief that’s shown up in past 'Ber months.

I talk about Simple Abundance, emotional reframing, NLP, why winter somehow gets a free pass, and how I'm trying to stop blaming autumn for things it didn’t actually cause.

If you're holding on to summer like it owes you money, or just trying to reframe a seasonal yuckiness — this one’s for you.

Or if you adore this halloween season, listen in and give me some pointers - please?!

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Keep Sparking.

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Gratitude might be the most underrated form of rebellion in a world built on 'not enough. Join me for a simple 1 - 3 minute practice of delving down into the beautiful moments, & experience how Gratitude can literally rewire your brain — and for mothers & perimenopausal women, that’s not just helpful, it’s essential!

In this episode of The Mothersparker Podcast, we’re talking about one of the most powerful — and often overlooked — tools for emotional resilience: gratitude. But not the fluffy kind. We're diving into real-life, simple gratitude practices that take just seconds and can help shift your mindset, calm your nervous system, and quiet those spiraling thoughts.

Whether you’re juggling teenagers, grown-up kids, hot flushes, or all of the above, this conversation is your reminder that peace is still possible — and you don’t have to overhaul your life to find it.

Tune in to learn:

• Why gratitude works
• How to use it on the spot when emotions rise
• A simple, doable practice you can start today

You do so much for everyone else. This one’s for you.

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In this reflective episode, I share the story of being deeply moved by an artist who opens her home to host other creatives — for the simple joy of connection, expression and helping other artists.

It got me thinking about how often we underestimate the impact we have on others — how one person’s quiet generosity, passion or creativity can ripple out far beyond what they ever see.

Whether you’re a mother, maker, or mentor, this is a gentle reminder that your presence and energy matter — more than you probably realise.

Let’s talk about the hidden power of being you!

Check out Chris's Art house here:

https://www.chrisarthouse.com/

And if you get a chance this weekend get yourself to Romsey!

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