EPISODE · Jul 11, 2025 · 24 MIN
Springbok Wife Life | Ezel Vermeulen on Identity, Fame & Being a Working Mom
from MOMents Omnimedia · host MOMents Omnimedia - Working Moms | Work Life Balance
How do you hold onto who you are after becoming a mom, especially when life gets chaotic?Entrepreneur and mom of two Ezél Vermeulen knows this better than most. As the wife of Springbok legend Duane Vermeulen, Ezél has spent years raising children largely on her own while building her own identity and business. In this honest conversation, she shares what it really takes to stay grounded as a working mother when the world keeps pulling you in every direction.In this episode you'll learn:Why asking for help makes you a BETTER mom (not a weaker one)How to raise humble, grounded kids even when your family is in the spotlightThe "North Star" question Ezél uses to make every parenting decisionWhat it looks like to build your own purpose beyond your partner's careerPractical tips for managing family life when your husband travels constantlyWhether you're a working mom juggling career and kids or a mother trying to figure out who you are beyond the role, this episode is for you.⏱️ CHAPTERS:0:00 Introduction2:48 Life during the Rugby World Cup — from the inside4:25 Craving "normal" life: the return to routine5:15 Raising humble kids despite public success6:54 Why ALL moms deserve a World Cup medal7:58 Building your own identity beyond being a "WAG"10:45 Practical strategies for travelling with kids13:00 The power of your support circle14:40 Learning to ask for and accept help17:56 Advice for overwhelmed working moms21:29 The North Star question for every parenting decision🎙️ ABOUT THE GUEST:Ezél Vermeulen is an entrepreneur, business owner and mother of two based in South Africa.🎧 ABOUT THE MOMENTS PODCAST:The MOMents Podcast is for ambitious working moms building a life that works for both family AND career. Hosted by Madge Booth, we talk honestly about the challenges and triumphs of motherhood, without the filters.📲 FOLLOW US:Follow The MOMents Podcast:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moments_omnimedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572218987263&locale=mt_MT# LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/moments-omnimedia Website: https://www.momentsmedia.co.za/ #workingmom #momidentity #workingmother #motherhood #ambitionandmotherhood
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How do you hold onto who you are after becoming a mom, especially when life gets chaotic?Entrepreneur and mom of two Ezél Vermeulen knows this better than most. As the wife of Springbok legend Duane Vermeulen, Ezél has spent years raising children largely on her own while building her own identity and business. In this honest conversation, she shares what it really takes to stay grounded as a working mother when the world keeps pulling you in every direction.In this episode you'll learn:Why asking for help makes you a BETTER mom (not a weaker one)How to raise humble, grounded kids even when your family is in the spotlightThe "North Star" question Ezél uses to make every parenting decisionWhat it looks like to build your own purpose beyond your partner's careerPractical tips for managing family life when your husband travels constantlyWhether you're a working mom juggling career and kids or a mother trying to figure out who you are beyond the role, this episode is for you.⏱️ CHAPTERS:0:00 Introduction2:48 Life during the Rugby World Cup — from the inside4:25 Craving "normal" life: the return to routine5:15 Raising humble kids despite public success6:54 Why ALL moms deserve a World Cup medal7:58 Building your own identity beyond being a "WAG"10:45 Practical strategies for travelling with kids13:00 The power of your support circle14:40 Learning to ask for and accept help17:56 Advice for overwhelmed working moms21:29 The North Star question for every parenting decision🎙️ ABOUT THE GUEST:Ezél Vermeulen is an entrepreneur, business owner and mother of two based in South Africa.🎧 ABOUT THE MOMENTS PODCAST:The MOMents Podcast is for ambitious working moms building a life that works for both family AND career. Hosted by Madge Booth, we talk honestly about the challenges and triumphs of motherhood, without the filters.📲 FOLLOW US:Follow The MOMents Podcast:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moments_omnimedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572218987263&locale=mt_MT# LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/moments-omnimedia Website: https://www.momentsmedia.co.za/ #workingmom #momidentity #workingmother #motherhood #ambitionandmotherhood
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