Motherkind

Do you ever find yourself saying yes when you desperately want to say no? Feeling resentful, overwhelmed or taken for granted, but not quite sure why?
In this week's Motherkind episode, Zoe sits down with therapist, bestselling author and boundaries expert Nedra Glover Tawwab to explore why so many mothers struggle to set healthy boundaries—and how learning to do so can transform every relationship in your life.
Together, they unpack why resentment is often a sign that a boundary is missing, how motherhood changes our friendships, and why boundaries aren't about controlling other people—they're about honouring your own needs. Nedra also answers real questions from the Motherkind community, covering everything from asking for help without micromanaging, navigating difficult family dynamics, setting boundaries with grandparents and in-laws, managing work expectations, and protecting your time without feeling guilty.
If you've ever struggled with people-pleasing, found yourself carrying the invisible mental load, or wondered why you're constantly feeling frustrated or emotionally exhausted, this conversation will leave you with practical scripts, compassionate insights and simple tools you can start using today.
💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:Why resentment is one of the biggest signs that a boundary is missing

What healthy boundaries actually are (and what they aren't)

Practical scripts to help you set boundaries without guilt

How to ask for help without micromanaging your partner or family

How motherhood changes friendships—and how to reconnect

What to do when someone repeatedly ignores your boundaries

How to navigate boundaries at work without feeling like you're letting people down

Why boundaries strengthen relationships rather than damage them

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Does it feel like you're constantly juggling work, childcare, the mental load and everything else on your never-ending to-do list?
As the summer holidays begin, many mothers find themselves trying to balance work alongside having the children at home, leaving them feeling stretched, overwhelmed and like they're constantly falling behind.
In this Motherkind Moment, entrepreneur, writer and mum of four Rachael Twumasi-Corson shares why work-life balance isn't actually the goal—and what to aim for instead.
She introduces her simple 5-4-3-2-1 planning method, a practical daily tool that helps you prioritise what matters most, reduce overwhelm and create more harmony between work, motherhood and your own wellbeing.
If you've been feeling like you're spinning too many plates, this conversation will leave you with a fresh perspective and one practical habit you can start using today.
💡 In this Moment, you’ll learn:Why work-life balance often leaves mothers feeling like they're failing

The difference between work-life balance and work-life harmony

How the 5-4-3-2-1 planning method can reduce overwhelm

Why scheduling your priorities is more effective than reacting to everyone else's

Simple ways to create more time for yourself without guilt

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Headline sponsor Wild Nutrition, the brand raising the bar for women’s supplements. Want to feel the Food-Grown difference yourself? Get 50% off for three months at wildnutrition.com/motherkind. Ts and Cs apply.

Why does becoming a mother change us so deeply? And why does nobody really prepare us for it?
So many mothers believe they're doing something wrong because motherhood feels harder than they expected. But what if the problem isn't you?
In this powerful conversation, writer and bestselling author Lucy Jones explains the life-changing concept of matrescence – the physical, emotional, psychological and identity transition of becoming a mother. It's a word that has helped thousands of women finally understand why motherhood can feel so overwhelming, and why it's never "just" about having a baby.
Lucy and Zoe explore why modern motherhood can feel so isolating, why we place impossible expectations on mothers, and how understanding matrescence can replace guilt and shame with self-compassion.
If you've ever found yourself thinking "Why don't I feel like myself anymore?" or "Why is this so much harder than I thought it would be?" this episode will help you realise you're not failing. You're going through one of the biggest transitions of your life.
💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:What matrescence is and why every mother should know about it

Why motherhood changes your identity so profoundly

How understanding matrescence can reduce guilt, shame and self-blame

Why the problem isn't mothers — it's the way modern motherhood is designed

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Feeling different since becoming a mother? Get clarity on who you’re becoming now and download your FREE Matrescence Cheat Sheet
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This Motherkind episode is sponsored by:
Headline sponsor Wild Nutrition, the brand raising the bar for women’s supplements. Want to feel the Food-Grown difference yourself? Get 50% off for three months at wildnutrition.com/motherkind. Ts and Cs apply.

Have you ever felt like you're failing at everything?
Like you're constantly trying harder, doing more and still feeling like you're falling behind?
In this powerful Motherkind Moment, GP and burnout expert Dr Claire Ashley shares the moment she realised she wasn't failing as a mother, doctor or partner - she was experiencing burnout.
Together, Zoe and Claire unpack why so many mothers blame themselves instead of recognising the signs of burnout, how stress affects both the brain and body, and why working harder often makes things worse.
Claire shares the emotional and physical symptoms she wishes she'd recognised sooner, explains why burnout can take years to recover from, and offers practical advice for spotting the warning signs before you reach crisis point.
If you've been feeling exhausted, overwhelmed or wondering why you just can't seem to cope anymore, this conversation will remind you that you're not failing - you may simply be carrying too much.
💡 In this Moment, you’ll learn:The early emotional and physical signs of burnout

Why so many mothers mistake burnout for personal failure

How burnout affects your brain and body

Why pushing harder can make burnout worse

The warning signs to look out for before burnout becomes a crisis

The mindset shift that can help you begin recovering sooner

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If you enjoyed this episode, you might also enjoy Zoe’s conversation with The Burnout Doctor: It takes 1-3 Years to Recover From Burnout - Here’s How to Avoid It
Feeling like you’re carrying it all? Download your FREE Mental Load Cheat Sheet and learn how to start feeling lighter, even if nothing in your life changes.
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This Motherkind episode is sponsored by:
Headline sponsor Wild Nutrition, the brand raising the bar for women’s supplements. Want to feel the Food-Grown difference yourself? Get 50% off for three months at wildnutrition.com/motherkind. Ts and Cs apply.

Do you ever feel stuck in self-doubt?
Overthinking decisions. Questioning yourself. Wondering whether you're good enough, capable enough or ready enough.
In this solo episode, Zoe shares the simple mindset shift that transformed her relationship with confidence - and that she's seen transform the lives of hundreds of women she's worked with.
She explains why self-doubt isn't a sign that you're doing something wrong. In fact, it may be a sign that you're growing. Zoe explores why the brain is wired to keep us safe rather than help us thrive, how overthinking keeps us stuck, and the three practical steps that can help you move from self-doubt to self-belief.
Whether you're navigating motherhood, considering a career change, starting something new or simply wanting to trust yourself more, this episode will help you understand why confidence isn't something you're born with - it's something you build through action.
💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:Why self-doubt often appears when you're growing and changing

How your brain mistakes new experiences for danger

The surprising reason confidence doesn't come before action

How to stop believing every thought you think

Why taking small steps creates lasting self-belief

How building evidence changes the way you see yourself

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Loved this episode?
Follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode of Motherkind. It helps more mothers find the show and keeps our community growing.
If you enjoyed this episode, you might also enjoy this solo episode: Why Confidence Drops in Motherhood and How to Rebuild It
Feeling different since becoming a mother? Get clarity on who you’re becoming now and download your FREE Matrescence Cheat Sheet
Connect with Zoe:
Follow Zoe on Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok

Get Zoe’s Sunday Times bestselling book, 'Motherkind: A New Way to Thrive in a World of Endless Expectations’

This Motherkind episode is sponsored by:
Headline sponsor Wild Nutrition, the brand raising the bar for women’s supplements. Want to feel the Food-Grown difference yourself? Get 50% off for three months at wildnutrition.com/motherkind. Ts and Cs apply.