Why Being a Good Mother Might Mean Putting Yourself First
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Sophie’s story went viral when she was photographed breastfeeding mid-ultramarathon, but what that moment really represents is something much bigger: the invisible load of motherhood, and a world not designed for women. . Why motherhood often forces a complete identity reset . How to stop chasing “having it all” and define success on your terms . The hidden mental and physical load mothers carry . Why your health is not optional, it’s foundational . How small acts of self-prioritisation change everything . The mindset shift that helps you take on things you never thought possible Watch every full episode on YouTube and subscribe. 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 Zoe’s conversation with Joeli Brearley - The Exhausted Mother’s Guide to A Successful Return to Work. 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. . Start your children’s reading journey with Usbourne Books 💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:Sign up for your one-pound-per-month trial today at shopify.co.uk/motherkind Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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