#26 - "Resilience Unscripted: The SEN Mums' Journey" with Leisa Millar

In this episode Alex and Tiffany sit down with Leisa Millar, an award-winning writer, editor, and strategist, and the inspiring creator of The SEN Mums' Career Club. Leisa shares her personal journey of raising a child with Kabuki syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that has reshaped her life as both a mother and a professional. Leisa opens up about the often unseen challenges that come with parenting a child with special educational needs and the emotional adjustments required when the reality of motherhood differs from expectations. She reflects on how these experiences have given new meaning to her career, leading her to embrace her full identity as a working mother. We also explore the reasons behind her decision to start a podcast dedicated to supporting other working women in similar situations, and how she has found strength and resilience through her challenges. Leisa’s story is a testament to the power of love, a support network and post-traumatic growth, offering hope and inspiration to others navigating the complexities of motherhood and career. Books mentioned Invisible Women: Exposing Data Bias in a World Designed for Men by Carolina Criado Perez. Pregnant Then Screwed: The Truth About the Motherhood Penalty and How to Fix It by Joeli Brearley Our Alterred Life: A mother's heartbreak and the boys who saved her by Charlie Beswick