70. The Motherhood Debt: The Hidden Costs of Becoming a Mum

In this episode, I’m sharing the idea that sits underneath so much of this podcast: the motherhood debt.

It’s the hidden cost of becoming a mother, not just financially, but emotionally, relationally, mentally and practically too.

I talk about the moment I realised I felt like I was drowning, why so many mums end up blaming themselves, and what I started to notice in conversations with other women.

Different struggles. Same underlying weight.

I also break down the different debts so many of us carry, from identity and relationships to time, energy, support and money.

This episode is the foundation for everything that follows. If motherhood has ever felt heavier than you expected, this will put language to it.

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