Episode 13 – The Finale: Letting Go of Mumpetition
Episode 13: Letting Go of MumpetitionIn the final episode of The Mum I Met on Mat Leave season 1, we’re getting honest about one of the trickiest parts of modern motherhood. The quiet competition between mums. From milestones and sleep schedules to who’s "doing it all", we unpack how comparison sneaks in, why it’s so hard to ignore, and how we can support each other instead of measuring ourselves against one another. Plus, we reflect on the journey this podcast has taken us on, what we've learned, and what's coming in season 2!!
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Episode 12: Mum Guilt, Comparisons and another poo story
In this episode we dive into the rollercoaster of mother hood -from the all-too-familiar mum guilt and the tricky terrain of sibling comparisons, to the comforting world of family traditions. Emma shares another poo story we didn't know we needed whilst Gabi faces her fears one boarding pass at a time. It's honest, raw, and packed with laughs and piss takes from start to finish.
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Episode 11: Family Holiday's - The Highs, the Lows & the Unexpected!
Episode 11 is here and we're diving straight in! In this episode, Gabi talks about her family holiday. What she hoped would be a much-needed break turned into a trip full of unexpected challenges. From managing travel anxiety to navigating intrusive thoughts and overtired toddlers, we share the moments that tested us and the little wins that kept us going. If you’ve ever come home from a ‘holiday’ feeling like you need another one, you’ll definitely relate.
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Episode 10: Rhythm & Routine : Are they really needed?
In this episode of The Mum I Met on Mat Leave, we dive into the world of routines – from newborn to toddler, the good, the bad, and the totally unpredictable. Feeding schedules and wake windows, we talk about what worked for us, what didn’t, and how to stay sane when nothing goes to plan. Whether you’re a strict schedule-lover or more go-with-the-flow, this episode is packed with relatable stories and a whole lot of “me too” moments.
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Episode 9: (Trigger Warning: Miscarriage & Pregnancy Loss). Navigating Joy and Loss – A Conversation on Pregnancy, Miscarriage and Motherhood.
Episode 9: Navigating Joy and Loss – A Conversation on Pregnancy, Miscarriage, and MotherhoodTrigger Warning: This episode discusses pregnancy, miscarriage, and pregnancy loss, which may be distressing for some listeners.In this episode we sit down and open up about the highs and lows of our journeys to motherhood. From the excitement of pregnancy to the heartbreak of miscarriage, we share deeply personal stories with honesty, strength, and vulnerability. We discuss the emotional toll, the silent grief many women carry, and the importance of support, understanding and community. This conversation is a reminder that every path to motherhood is unique — and that no one should walk it alone.
A warm, honest space where two mums connect, share, and laugh through the beautiful chaos of parenthood. In each episode we dive into the joys, struggles and unexpected moments that come with raising kids.
Whether you’re a new parent, figuring out sleep training, dealing with childhood behavior or just looking for some real talk about everyday parenting challenges then we’ve got you! We touch on it all (well try to!) with plenty of laughs, love, and the occasional meltdown.
New episodes every Thursday! Let’s share the journey of parenting together! x
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