Ep4 - Across the Pond: Lauren on Culture Shocks, Mum Guilt & Finding Her Place

What happens when you become a mum in a country that isn’t your own? In this episode, I’m joined by Lauren, a mum of two who moved from America to the UK and is navigating the beautiful chaos of motherhood far from home. We chat about everything from cultural differences in parenting styles to the challenge of rebuilding your village from scratch. Lauren shares her honest experience with mum guilt, identity shifts, and the quiet moments of homesickness that sneak in between school runs and bedtime stories.Whether you’re a fellow expat mum or just curious about how culture shapes our parenting choices, this episode is a warm reminder that while motherhood looks different everywhere, the emotions behind it are deeply universal.Follow Lauren on Instagram @theiramericanmum Have a dilemma, toddler whine or question to ask? Email us at [email protected] us on all our social channels @motherhooduncorkedpodcast