EPISODE · Jun 17, 2025 · 50 MIN
17 Why Being a Single Mum Doesn’t Mean You Stop Dreaming – Hayley Steele on Love, Confidence & Channel 4’s First Dates
from Mamas Flight Path · host Jools Raye
There’s something pretty special about your friends trusting you enough to be interviewed! So when Hayley said yes, I knew we were in for a brilliant chat. And of course, I had to ask the question we all want to know… since meeting Glenn on Channel 4’s First Dates — are they still together?!When motherhood crashes into ambition, identity can get lost in the chaos and Hayley has bucket loads of ambition.In this powerful episode, Jools sits down with First Dates performer and solo mum Hayley Steele, a woman who’s danced across global stages and faced judgment for daring to date as a single mamaTogether, they unravel:🦩What it really feels like to return to work when your confidence has taken a hit🦩How Hayley redefined her career without giving up her creative spark🦩The guilt, the grief—and the unexpected growth—that comes with walking a new path as a mum🦩How therapy, friendships, and just “getting back out there” helped rebuild her identityWhether you're a mum on maternity leave, questioning your next move, or trying to rediscover yourself in the noise—this episode reminds you: you’re not failing, you’re evolving. And the flight path forward is yours to shape.More from Jools:If you are in the messy middle of returning to work after having a baby, I offer 1:1 coaching to help you move from confusion to clarity. Head to www.mamasflightpath.comMore from HayleyFirst Dates: https://www.channel4.com/programmes/first-dates/on-demand/75512-006 Follow Hayley on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/hayleysteele_artiste?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Learn to fire dance with Hayley : https://www.instagram.com/academyoffiredance?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==New episodes every TUESDAY sharing real stories, expert insights and honest conversations about retuning to work as a mama. Come and say hi at Mama's Flightpath.Loved this episode? Here is how you can support:RATE - Give me 5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ on Apple and SpotifyReview - Tell me what you think , your comments helps me bring you content you need, want and loveShare 👩🏽❤️💋👩🏼 - If this episode resonated and you know a mama who it could, please share! Help the community grow 🌱I love hearing from you! Have a question, challenge or topic you want covered? submit email [email protected]🎙️Want to join me on the show? Drop me a voice note on insta Lets keep connected✨ Follow Mama's Flightpath on Instagram or youtube ✨Join our community newsletter and get the Free Return Reset ™️ Journal: sign up here ✨Go beyond the podcast : Visit the website Chapters00:00 Reconnecting After Years04:54 The Journey of Motherhood07:32 Redefining Work-Life Balance10:25 Body Image and Self-Acceptance13:28 Transitioning Careers16:15 Finding Confidence as a Mother19:11 Tools for Mental Well-being27:39 Navigating Confidence as a Parent30:05 The Importance of Self-Care33:01 Finding Balance in Parenting and Personal Life36:04 Dating and Relationships After Motherhood38:39 Challenging Societal Norms41:50 Embracing Change and Personal Growth44:51 Creating Your Own Path as a Parent49:59 riverside_.the_outro_ feb 7, 2025 001_mama's_flightpath p.mp4
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