Squiggly Motherhood | Reflective Motherhood, Honest Stories & Intentional Parenting

I’m joined by Maryam Javaid, founder of Black and Brown Parenting, to discuss how generational trauma and colonial history impact the way we raise our children today. In this episode, we explore why traditional "gentle parenting" often feels inaccessible to our communities and how we can begin the urgent work of breaking cycles while still honoring our ancestors.Key Takeaways:* The "Love is Not Enough" Realization: Why understanding our history is the "missing story" in mainstream parenting advice.* Gentle Parenting as Privilege: How systemic issues and the "adultification" of Black and Brown children change how we parent in public.* Unlearning Agency: Why we must reclaim our minds and bodies from the "governable" behaviors inherited from colonial structures.* The Weight of Loyalty: Balancing the need for autonomy with the deep-rooted cultural expectation of servitude to our parents.Join our Community: https://squigglymotherhood.substack.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/squigglymotherhoodTiktok: https://tiktok.com/@squigglymotherhoodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/squigglymotherhoodIf you've got thoughts, questions, comments or feedback you can email me at [email protected] you've enjoyed the episode and would like to support me, buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/squigglymotherhoodHello Fresh Discount: https://www.hellofresh.co.uk/freebox/MzMxMTU1MzY1LTAtNC0xMS1HQg#GenerationalTrauma #BlackParenting #DecolonizingParenting #MotherhoodJourney #GentleParenting #CulturallyRelevantParenting #HealingTrauma #SquigglyMotherhood #BlackAndBrownParenting #BreakingCycles #ParentingIdentity #GlobalMajority #ConsciousParenting #Adultification #millennialparenting

I’m sharing the five essential things you must do before your first child is born to ensure a smoother transition into motherhood. Preparing for a newborn is more than just buying a crib; it’s about intentional recovery and mental health.

In this episode, I dive into why you need to "invest in your postpartum" by prepping for physical recovery and managing your changing identity. I also discuss the importance of educating your partner on the emotional "rollercoaster" and why you should soak up every bit of your freedom while "baby is cooking".

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Timestamps:
00:05 – Welcome to Squiggly Motherhood
00:30 – Tip 1: Investing in your postpartum recovery
02:33 – Tip 2: Why breastfeeding requires preparation
04:30 – Tip 3: Saving for your "New Identity" wardrobe
05:20 – Tip 4: Getting your partner postpartum-ready
07:15 – Tip 5: Enjoying your freedom while you can
09:09 – Managing the mental load with HelloFresh

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Child-free by choice is an active, purposeful decision, yet I’ve found that society often treats it as a "default" failure or a phase. In this episode of Squiggly Motherhood, I’m joined by Suzie and Hannah to discuss the mental load of the "maybe," the fear of regret, and the incredible freedom found in finally saying no.Whether you’re currently on the fence or firm in your decision, this conversation is here to validate that "not wanting one" is a complete and valid reason.Join our Community: https://squigglymotherhood.substack.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/squigglymotherhoodTiktok: https://tiktok.com/@squigglymotherhoodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/squigglymotherhoodIf you've got thoughts, questions, comments or feedback you can email me at [email protected] you've enjoyed the episode and would like to support me, buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/squigglymotherhoodHello Fresh Discount: https://www.hellofresh.co.uk/freebox/MzMxMTU1MzY1LTAtNC0xMS1HQg#Childfree #Motherhood #ChildfreeByChoice #DecisionMaking #SquigglyMotherhood

Working mums often face the daunting challenge of balancing career success with the high-pressure mental load of parenting, especially when there is no family support nearby. In this episode of Squiggly Motherhood, Elizabeth Ajayi, a Director at Capgemini, explains how she navigated a major career move from PwC shortly after maternity leave, a decision many considered the "wrong time". We explore practical strategies for work-life balance, the importance of outsourcing chores like meal prepping and cleaning, and how to maintain professional ambition while thriving as a mother in a demanding consulting environment.

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Hey, welcome back to Squiggly Motherhood! Have you ever been caught off guard at a birthday party or in the middle of the grocery store when your child asks, "Mummy, why do you have that and I have this?" If that question makes you feel hot and bothered or a little bit awkward, you aren't alone but we need to talk about why that is.

In this episode, I’m diving deep into why it’s so imperative that we stop sexualizing body parts and start calling them what they actually are. From "willys" and "pee-pees" to the actual science of the vulva and penis, I’m sharing why the right language is your child’s best defense.

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