“Mr. Poopy Nappy.” Athena Kugblenu on the motherhood stretch
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09/17/24 • 61 min
This week’s episode sees Lisa and Alix chat to comedian and writer Athena Kugblenu about just how far you end up stretching yourself when you’re a working mum. From the art of embracing interruptions to the value of keeping a stash of bribes handy, Lisa, Alix and Athena share how they (try to) avoid reaching breaking point when the stretch becomes too real. Plus, they listen in to some more voice notes from the Stylist audience, with stories including a tear-stained carpark negotiation and an inadvertent rendition of Humpty Dumpty during a work call.
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For tips and support for working mums visit: www.maltesers.co.uk/lighten-the-load
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This week’s episode sees Lisa and Alix chat to comedian and writer Athena Kugblenu about just how far you end up stretching yourself when you’re a working mum. From the art of embracing interruptions to the value of keeping a stash of bribes handy, Lisa, Alix and Athena share how they (try to) avoid reaching breaking point when the stretch becomes too real. Plus, they listen in to some more voice notes from the Stylist audience, with stories including a tear-stained carpark negotiation and an inadvertent rendition of Humpty Dumpty during a work call.
Want to contribute a voice note to a future episode? WhatsApp your messages to 07397825384 or DM us on Instagram @stylistmagazine.
And if you love what we have to say, please leave a rating and review.
We want to help ease the load for others by normalising the highs, lows and ridiculous moments that can happen to working mums everywhere.
For tips and support for working mums visit: www.maltesers.co.uk/lighten-the-load
@stylistmagazine
@lisasmosarski
@alixkwalker1
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Previous Episode
"I had dog poo all over my dress". Katie Kirby (AKA Hurrah For Gin) and the domestic load
This week’s episode sees Lisa and Alix joined by author and illustrator Katie Kirby for an open and honest chat around the occasionally overwhelming load of motherhood. From the frenzied intensity of the working mum’s lunch break to the moment when a towel on the floor becomes the absolute tipping point, Lisa, Alix and Katie share how they cope when it feels as though the burden is becoming unmanageable. Plus there’s the latest batch of voice notes from th. Stylist audience, which this week involve a nightmarish wardrobe malfunction and the reason why schools always, always call the mum.
Want to contribute a voice note to a future episode? WhatsApp your messages to 07397825384 or DM us on Instagram @stylistmagazine.
And if you love what we have to say, please leave a rating and review.
We want to help ease the load for others by normalising the highs, lows and ridiculous moments that can happen to working mums everywhere.
For tips and support for working mums visit: www.maltesers.co.uk/lighten-the-load
@stylistmagazine
@lisasmosarski
@alixkwalker1
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Next Episode
“Look how high my wee goes mummy”. Ro Frimpong gets to grips with life when work and kids collide
This week Lisa and Alix are joined by writer and podcaster Ro Frimpong to discuss what happens when your home life and work life are on collision course. From the sudden arrival of a child on a Teams call to the pressure to appear perfect, Lisa, Alix and Ro share their experiences of the ultimate juggling act between the personal and professional. Plus, there are more eye-opening voice notes from the Stylist audience, including an inconveniently vomiting dog and a performatively peeing child.
Want to contribute a voice note to a future episode? WhatsApp your messages to 07397825384 or DM us on Instagram @stylistmagazine.
And if you love what we have to say, please leave a rating and review.
We want to help ease the load for others by normalising the highs, lows and ridiculous moments that can happen to working mums everywhere.
For tips and support for working mums visit: www.maltesers.co.uk/lighten-the-load
@stylistmagazine
@lisasmosarski
@alixkwalker1
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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