Challenging the Fear of Motherhood with Raychel Addo

In our 20s it feels far away.Like something that will “change everything”.But in your 30s?It starts to feel closer.And the questions get louder.Will I lose myself?Will my ambition survive?What happens to my identity?In this episode, I’m joined by Raychel Addo.We talk about the fear around motherhood, the way life reorganises with a child, and the identity shift that comes with becoming a mum.Because what if the story we’re told - that you lose yourself - isn’t the full picture?In this conversation, we cover:✨ The fear narrative around motherhood✨ The identity shift of matrescence✨ Grieving who you were before✨ Motherhood and ambition✨ Boundaries, productivity and career as a working mumThis isn’t about pretending it’s easy.Raychel is honest about the sleep deprivation, the adjustment, the overwhelm.But we also talk about growth.Clarity. Confidence and the unexpected ways motherhood can expand you rather than reduce you.If you’ve ever felt unsure about becoming a mum…If you’ve worried it might cost you your ambition…If you’re navigating motherhood and career at the same time…This one’s for you 🤍Follow the show on your favourite platforms:Instagram - @theweirdyearspodcast Tiktok - @theweirdyearsFollow Raychel - @milkandmummiespodcast #Motherhood #WorkingMum #WomenInTheir30s