How to Make Work and Motherhood Work with Loz and Lu of Ready or Not

In this episode of Thriving Parenting, I sit down with Loz and Lu from the Ready or Not podcast, and it’s an absolute must-listen for every working mum out there! Loz and Lu are two powerhouse women who have figured out how to make work and motherhood work—well, most of the time—and they’re here to share their real, raw, and relatable stories with us. We kick off the conversation by chatting about how Loz and Lu first met, their friendship, and how the Ready or Not podcast came to life. Spoiler alert: it all started with long walks and voice memos during the pandemic. What I love about their story is how they turned their everyday motherhood struggles and insights into a platform that resonates with so many women. In this episode, we dive deep into: How Loz and Lu balanced starting a podcast with pregnancies, babies, and big career shifts. The emotional and logistical challenges of returning to work after having kids. The reality of juggling sick days, daycare drop-offs, and meetings. How the Ready or Not podcast evolved with spin-offs like Witching Hour and Ask Ready or Not. Loz shares her morning hacks (hello, robe-over-work-clothes trick!) and Lu opens up about redefining thriving as a working mum. We also cover the pressures of being “on” 24/7 and the importance of setting boundaries—both at work and at home. One of my favourite parts of our chat? We talked about the simple joys that kids remember most, like drawing rainbows together, and how those small moments can mean more than grand adventures. Loz’s parting advice is golden: “If you don’t change it, you choose it.” Whether it’s tweaking your morning routine or setting clearer work boundaries, small changes can make a big impact. If you're a mum navigating work, life, and everything in between, you’ll feel seen and heard in this episode. We also highlight helpful resources like Loz and Lu’s guides on returning to work, navigating childcare, and balancing breastfeeding with a career. Let me know your biggest takeaway from this episode—what resonated with you most? And don’t forget to check out Loz and Lu’s podcast Ready or Not for even more honest, supportive conversations about work and motherhood. Tune in, take a deep breath, and remember: you’re doing a great job! Watch my free empowerment video and in less than 20 mins, gain some healthy Instagram perspective to help you to stay clear and become mindful of the Instagram vortex. For more information on this topic, head to the show notes: Episode 45 Show Notes And I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Come and connect with me on Instagram at @sleep_thrive_grow. And click the +Follow button to never miss an episode. New episodes are released every Tuesday! To find out more about how I can support you, visit my website here.