The Motherhood Sh!tshow

This week on The Motherhood Sh!tshow , we’re talking about something every parent knows all too well: how the bloody mental load manages to kill your sex life dead. Before we even get into the sexy stuff (or the total lack of it), we kick off with the usual chaos: Lisa’s low-effort BBQ triumph, Hannah’s gastro-ridden week from hell, and the Jewish chicken soup that held the household together. Bec...

If your kids seem perfectly behaved for everyone else then turn into tiny gremlins the second they see you… you’re not alone. This week we talk about what’s actually normal , what’s developmentally expected, and why none of this means you’re a bad parent. We cover: • Why kids save their wildest behaviour for you • Meltdowns, bedtime chaos and what’s biologically normal • Phases vs red flags • Mum...

This week on The Motherhood Sh!t Show , we dive headfirst into the wild, wonderful, awkward, butt-clenching world of female friendships - as mums, as expats, as women with weird childhood hangovers, and as humans who are absolutely winging it. Before we even get to the deep stuff, Lisa relives her spiritual awakening at the Oasis gig (Manchester pride, accidental Liam Gallagher evangelism and all)...

In this juicy (and very real) episode, Lis and Hannah dive deep into their personal journeys with sobriety - from white cider in the park as teens to wine o’clock as exhausted mums. With eight and six years of sober life under their belts, they reflect on the sneaky grip alcohol had on them, and how breaking free has completely reshaped their motherhood experience. We chat about: The emotional loo...

Returning to work after babies isn’t the empowering “hot coffee and adult conversations” moment we were promised. It’s more like an emotional triathlon - guilt, logistics, identity shifts and a workplace that still thinks you’re the same person you were before birth… cute. In this episode, we get honest about the messy, lonely, hilarious and sometimes heartbreaking reality of going back to work as...

Feeling the festive frenzy already? You’re not alone. In this Motherhood Sh!tshow episode we get real about the Christmas mental load: the shopping, wrapping, feeding, feelings… and why it so often lands on mums. We talk expectations vs reality, expat Christmas chaos, family dynamics, and how to keep your cash, your calm, and your couple-ship intact. What’s inside ✨ Why Christmas piles extra invi...

🎙️ Episode: Sorry Not Sorry If I said half the things I say to myself out loud to someone else, I’d look like an absolute arsehole. There, we said it. In this episode, Hannah and Lisa get real about the brutal way we talk to ourselves - and why it’s time to stop apologising for simply being human. We unpack why we’re so good at saying sorry to everyone else but never to ourselves, and how a little...

Hannah and Lisa focus on the emotional and physical burdens of clutter. They discuss the impact of the holiday season on mental health, the expectations versus reality of parenting, and the importance of shared responsibilities in managing household clutter. The conversation also delves into the role of consumerism in creating clutter and offers practical strategies for decluttering and teaching c...

In this engaging conversation, we explore the multifaceted experiences of womanhood, particularly focusing on the journey through perimenopause and menopause. We discuss societal expectations, and emphasize the importance of celebrating milestones in women's lives. The conversation also touches on the commercialization of menopause, the impact of cultural narratives on self-perception, and the sig...

I n this conversation, we explore the multifaceted challenges of motherhood, from the early years filled with self-doubt to the complexities of parenting teenagers. They discuss the impact of societal expectations on confidence, the importance of support systems, and the common struggles of food waste and mental health. The conversation emphasizes the need for open dialogue among mothers to allevi...

In this conversation, Hannah and Lisa explore the challenges of maintaining a sense of humour amidst the chaos of parenting and daily life. They discuss the mental load that comes with raising children, the impact of social media on their well-being, and the importance of self-care and connection with friends. Through humorous anecdotes and relatable experiences, they emphasize the need to redisco...

Ever caught yourself silently judging another mum — or worse, yourself? In this honest and funny conversation, Hannah and Lisa explore the tangled world of mum judgment, social media perfection, and the constant pressure to “get it right.” They unpack how comparison, internalised beliefs, and patriarchal expectations shape our parenting, and how choosing self-compassion (over guilt) can change eve...

Ever feel like you’re carrying the invisible to-do list for your entire household? In this episode, Hannah and Lisa dive deep into the never-ending juggle of physical and mental load - from remembering school theme days to keeping the fridge stocked and the resentment in check. They unpack how cultural expectations, communication breakdowns, and personal beliefs shape the way families share (or do...

"The Loneliness of Modern Motherhood," takes a humorous spin on the rollercoaster ride of being a mum. Lisa and Hannah share their laugh-out-loud moments, like the chaos of baking brownies while sleep-deprived and the hilarity of pretending store-bought cakes are homemade. They tackle the myth of the "super mum" with wit, discussing the absurdity of juggling work, kids, and the never-ending quest...

In this inaugural episode of the Motherhood Sh!show, hosts Lisa Hodgson and Hannah Rodger dive into the chaotic yet relatable world of motherhood. They share their personal journeys, from the challenges of parenting young children and stepchildren to the impact of sobriety on their lives. The conversation flows through their friendship's origins, the realities of modern parenting, and the deeper m...