EPISODE · Nov 11, 2025 · 13 MIN
What Motherhood Took From Me, and What It Gave Back
from Squiggly Motherhood | Reflective Motherhood, Honest Stories & Intentional Parenting · host Nicole
When I became a mother, I expected change, but I never expected the depth of what I’d lose or the strength of what I’d gain.In this episode, I open up about the friendships, freedom, and identity shifts that came after having children. I share the honest truth about grieving my old self, rediscovering confidence, and learning to love the woman motherhood created.You’ll hear me talk about:The friendships that changed and how I learned to let goThe fear, anxiety, and mental load of modern motherhoodLosing parts of my career and identity, and finding acceptanceThe joy of discovering my purpose and confidence as a mumWhy two truths in motherhood can exist at once — love and loss togetherJoin our Community: https://squigglymotherhood.substack.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/squigglymotherhoodTiktok: https://tiktok.com/@squigglymotherhoodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/squigglymotherhoodIf you’ve got thoughts, questions, comments or feedback you can email me at [email protected] you’ve enjoyed the episode and would like to support me, buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/squigglymotherhoodHello Fresh Discount: https://www.hellofresh.co.uk/freebox/MzMxMTU1MzY1LTAtNC0xMS1HQg
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