The Self-Compassion That Mothers Actually Need with Suzy Reading

Motherhood asks so much of us — emotionally, mentally, physically — and yet many mothers move through this transition feeling unsupported, overwhelmed, and quietly questioning themselves.In this episode of MamaThrive, I’m joined by psychologist, wellbeing expert, and author Suzy Reading for a thoughtful and deeply compassionate conversation about the realities of modern motherhood.Suzy’s work focuses on helping women develop sustainable wellbeing practices and cultivate self-compassion in the midst of life’s demands — something that feels particularly vital for mothers navigating the emotional and identity shifts that come with caring for others.Together, we explore:• Why motherhood can feel so emotionally intense and destabilising• The hidden pressures mothers carry every day• How self-compassion changes the way we experience overwhelm• The difference between self-care and sustainable wellbeing• Practical ways to build resilience within the realities of motherhoodThis conversation offers reassurance, insight, and practical tools for mothers who want to care for themselves with the same compassion they offer everyone else.If you’ve ever felt stretched, depleted, or unsure how to hold everything motherhood asks of you, this episode is a gentle reminder that you are not alone — and that caring for yourself is not selfish, but essential.As always, we continue this conversation over on Instagram. Come join us there. Resources: WebsiteInstagramAbout Suzy ReadingSuzy Reading is a Chartered Psychologist and one of the UK’s leading self-care and self-advocacy experts. She has three decades of experience in the health and wellbeing industry, drawing on her qualifications in yoga and personal training, together with psychology, to empower people with sustainable healthy lifestyle habits. Suzy has a special interest in helping people heal their relationship with ‘self’. She is a monthly columnist for Top Sante Magazine; the Psychology Expert for Neom Organics; the Wellbeing Ambassador for BABTAC and is a founding member of the ‘Nourish’ app. She is the author of The Little Book of Self-Care, The Self-Care Revolution, Stand Tall Like a Mountain, Self-care for Tough Times, This Book Will (Help) Make You Happy, And Breathe, Sit to Get Fit, Rest to Reset and Self-care for Winter. How to Be Selfish is hot of the press.