Super Mumma Podcast

What if the Mum you’re beating yourself up for not being is actually the exact Mum your children need - once you stop masking and start understanding? In this episode, Jenny Lucas shares her late autism diagnosis at 38, the shock of not feeling that instant rush of love, the breastfeeding battles, the sensory overload, and the crushing guilt of “failing” at the mother...

In this episode, I sit down with Pete Wallroth, widower, single dad to Martha and Merlin, and founder of the charity  Mummy's Star . Pete shares his family's story: discovering breast cancer at 22 weeks pregnant with their second child, navigating chemotherapy alongside maternity care, the joy of donor milk, and the devastating loss of his wife Maya.   We explore maintaini...

What happens when the classroom stops working for your child but the world keeps insisting it should?   In this episode, I sit down with Caro Giles, author of Unschooled. Through honest, raw and hopeful conversation, Caro shares her journey as a single mother raising four children, two of whom cannot thrive in a traditional school setting. What begins as a story of education quickly...

What if the biggest pressure in motherhood isn’t what others expect of us but what we expect of ourselves?   In this episode, I’m joined by writer and journalist Rhiannon Cosslett, author of The Republic of Parenthood. Drawing from her much-loved Guardian columns and her own experiences as a mum, Rhiannon explores why so many of us feel the need to get everything “right”&n...

Laura Kyrke Smith MP, representing Aylesbury, shares her personal journey of loss and advocacy for maternal mental health. Following the tragic loss of her best friend Sophie, who struggled with postnatal depression, Laura opens up about the impact of grief on her motherhood journey and the urgent need for mental health support for new mothers. We discuss the challenges of motherhood, the stigma t...

In this episode of the Super Mumma podcast, I chat with Greer Jones about the real impact of public statements on neurodivergent children and their mum. Sparked by some recent, controversial comments in the media. We dive into the emotional weight of stigma, the guilt and judgement mums often feel, and why it’s so important to shift the focus from “fixing” neurodivergence to offering support and u...

In this honest episode I give a raw and honest experience of navigating summer holidays as a neurodivergent mumma with neurodivergent kids. From the challenges of constant demand and sensory overload to the guilt and grace of motherhood, join me as we explore the reality behind the social media snapshots and find solidarity in shared struggles. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that reminds us...

In this heartfelt episode, Esther and I dive into the beautiful and empowering world of homebirth. Whether you’re curious about what it really involves, weighing your birth options, or simply want to hear authentic stories from mums who’ve chosen to welcome their babies at home, this episode is for you. We explore the emotional journey, practical preparations, and the realities of homebirth, offer...

In this solo episode, I’m sharing something really personal... the grief that came with realising I live with anxiety and that it’s not something I can just get rid of. I open up about the moment it hit me that I’d never go back to the version of me who could do things without overthinking, who wasn’t constantly managing anxious thoughts in the background. And how that realisation came with its ow...

In this episode of the Super Mumma Podcast, I’m joined by Katie, who opens up about the moment she found out she was pregnant with twins, and how it completely knocked her sideways. She shares what it was like to carry that news while feeling overwhelmed, unsupported, and even judged by some of the professionals around her. We talk about the emotional rollercoaster of a twin pregnancy, how isolati...

In this honest conversation, Neela Prabhu opens up about her real-life experience of IVF, unexplained infertility, and the emotional rollercoaster of trying to conceive. She shares what it’s really like navigating the pressure to get pregnant, how isolating fertility struggles can be, and the unexpected mental toll that can follow, even when the baby you dreamed of finally arrives. Neela talks ope...

Ever feel like you’re drowning in exhaustion, snapping at everyone, or just not yourself, only to realise your period’s due? In this episode, I chat with Kasi from Flo & Thrive about the powerful link between our menstrual cycle, motherhood, and mental wellbeing. We explore how hormonal changes can affect our mood, energy, and ability to cope with the daily mental load of being a mum. Kasi wal...

I chat with Michelle about the unpredictable and often overwhelming journey of motherhood, especially when navigating the world of SEN parenting, raising a child with additional needs and medical challenges. From Autism and Hip Dysplasia to the complexities of ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) and Perthes Disease, Michelle shares her personal experiences and how they’ve impacted he...

In this powerful and honest chat, I sit down with Esther Shaw as she opens up about being a mum with breast cancer, after being diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer at 41. We talk about the raw reality of motherhood during treatment, trying to keep life going for your children while your own world feels like it’s falling apart. Esther shares how parenting didn’t pause, even when the chemo...

Welcome to The Super Mumma Podcast... a space for real, honest, Mumma-to-Mumma conversations about motherhood without judgement. Because even if our experiences aren’t the same, motherhood connects us. Through shared stories, support, and honest chats, I hope you'll find comfort, connection, and a reminder that even on the toughest days, you are a Super Mumma. Let’s get the conversation started! S...