#16 - Our 17 Diapers & What We're Ashamed Of As Mums

Send us Fan MailTW: talk of PPD, suicide and alcohol addictionEver been hit by a wave of "mum shame" and thought, “Am I the only one barely holding it together?” You are so NOT alone. In this emotion filled episode, we’re getting raw and real, unpacking all those motherhood struggles that no one talks about—like the moment you find 17 dirty diapers hidden away or when you realize you’ve completely neglected yourself for way too long. We’re talking about the messy, unfiltered parts of being a mum—the stuff that makes you feel like you’re failing, but trust me, you’re not. We dive into OUR 17 diaper experiences—drinking problems, relationship meltdowns—and get real about how so many of us are fighting these battles in silence.We’ll also call out the pressure to parent "the right way," especially when it comes to raising boys. There’s this BS belief that we need to “toughen them up,” and when we show compassion, the judgment rolls in. Lurinda shares a personal story about my child’s empathy being mistaken for weakness, and trust me, you’re gonna feel this one. It’s time we stop judging and start supporting each other - starting with your village.And through it all, we’re celebrating YOU. Motherhood is full of wins—big and small—that we don’t give ourselves enough credit for. This episode is about recognising your strength, owning your journey, and ditching the shame for good. We’re here to lift each other up, not tear each other down. Let’s rewrite the narrative, celebrate the badass mums we are, and create a community where we’ve all got each other’s backs.Reach out to us on Instagram!Steph is here and Lurinda is here.