Parenting Abroad Without A Village - Here's How Catherine Built Her Own

In this conversation, I sit down with Catherine. Mother of two, certified Mütterpflegerin (postpartum carer), and the heart behind a growing village of support for new moms in Düsseldorf.She shares what it was like to become a mother abroad, without her own support system, the cracks that nearly broke her marriage, and the small, radical ways she’s rebuilding what every new parent deserves: care, community, and someone who actually sees them.We talk about the myths of motherhood, why asking for help isn’t weakness, and how we’re all carrying more than we show. There’s laughter. Real talk. And maybe a few truths that will stay with you long after the episode ends.This episode touched me personally. I truly wish Catherine had been around for my own postpartum journey - thank you Catherine for all you do! Your talks and knowledge have really had a huge impact on my family. If you’re in it right now, well, this one's for you. If you’ve ever been, you’ll feel seen. And if you know someone who's about to be, maybe this is what they need to hear.✨ Let’s keep building the village. One honest story at a time.🧡 Find Catherine here:Website: https://heymamagermany.wixsite.com/homeInstagram: @heymama.deWorkshop for couples: https://heymamagermany.wixsite.com/home/postnatal🃏 You'll hear Catherine refer to “Cards” throughout the conversation. She’s talking about the Fair Play Deck by Eve Rodsky – a system to help partners share the mental load more fairly:→ Fair Play Deck (Affiliate): https://amzn.to/4pZxpeh→ Fair Play Book (Affiliate): https://amzn.to/47doXAKHave you ever felt like you had to do it all alone?More about the podcast here 🪩https://www.anotherstoryhouse.com/anotherstorypod-1/or drop me an email at ✉️ [email protected] on Instagram for more stories & behind-the-scenes 📸 @anotherstorypodWant to take me out for a virtual coffee? ☕️ https://buymeacoffee.com/anotherstoryhouseSome links may be affiliate links. It won’t cost you anything to use them, but I might earn a commission if you do.