Mummying and Thriving

On this week's podcast episode, we had the pleasure of diving deep into a conversation with the remarkable Ejiro Osakede, known as the Energetic E.J.
Her energy is nothing short of infectious; it's a force that uplifts everyone she encounters.

Ejiro wears many hats, each one brilliantly. She's an accomplished Podcaster, Audiobook Narrator, Producer, Sound Engineer, Singer, and Life Coach.
Her passion lies in helping women rediscover their abandoned dreams and harness the power of their voices for healing, influence, and legacy.

In this episode, Ejiro shared invaluable insights on how to harness both your literal and implied voice to create a positive impact in the lives of others.
The conversation is nothing short of fascinating, and you won't want to miss a moment.

Tune in till the end, as this episode promises to be an engaging and inspiring experience that will leave you with a renewed sense of purpose.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS:
✅ Meeting Ejiro (01:00)
✅ Ejiro's Formative Years (02:44)
✅ What is our Voice? (17:41)
✅ Accent and Good Speaking Voice (22:44)
✅ Implied Voice is Your Message (27:51)
✅ Trying Something New (33:08)
✅ Practical Steps to Using Your Voice (41:58)
✅ Letting Go of Pain That Prevents Us From Moving Forward (50:11)
✅ About Stretch Street Podcast (55:55)

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Motherhood today is very different from what it was before. Sure, we go through the same process, conceiving, being pregnant for about 40 weeks, giving birth, breastfeeding, tacking tantrums and raising these little humans to be well-adjusted adults.

But in reality, so many things have changed in our fast-growing, technologically advancing world. How we parent now differs from how our parents and grandparents looked after us.

According to Dr, Harvey Karp, he states that "No woman has ever had to do as much, on her own, as the modern mother. We don't have the same family or neighbourhood structure anymore.'

The key word here is ON HER OWN.
In the last decade, there has been steep growth in self-help and awareness around childhood trauma has meant that we now have a higher standard of parenting, but our support system(Village) has grown smaller. The excess stress and pressure from everyday life as well as social media platforms have led to an increase in maternal mental health issues.

Here are four things we can do to mitigate this situation. I have named this FAST.
F A STing is a spiritual practice many cultures agree is beneficial as it cleanses and gives clarity. We aren't discussing fasting today, but I think this acronym has a nice right to it.

So F means

· Find a new village- This can be in the form of car sharing, troubles and triumphs and taking turns for babysitting so that you can have the odd date night. Your village can also be virtual. I am part of absolutely remarkable facebook groups for mums where people ask questions on any topic, and the responses are very supportive and helpful.

· Ask for help—Everyone needs help and support. You aren't weak when you ask for help. On the contrary, it may be one of the bravest things you do. Knowing you are struggling or have an area of weakness, then seeking help to solve the issue is brave. If you can afford it, pay for help. Either a nanny or a cleaner that can come a few times a week to help you around the house.

· Set aside some time daily for self-care. This may be about 30mins- 1 hour, where you aren't doing anything for anyone except yourself. I know mums who get up 30 minutes earlier so they can have that time alone in the morning to work out, meditate, or do yoga. It could seem like a lot, but prioritizing this rejuvenates you to handle your responsibilities.

It could even be a 30 mins nap, a spa date, or even a home facial. Do what you feel you need to do to recuperate. Call a friend that you know can make you laugh. Laughter is therapeutic.

· Talk to someone. If you find yourself feeling low or even unclear about certain things, talk to someone. Talk to a therapist and get medical help from a healthcare professional. You will be surprised how many people are in a similar situation.

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✨ New Episode Alert!

Get ready for a soul-stirring conversation that will set your passion ablaze! 🔥
In today's release, I had the privilege of chatting with the remarkable Yi-Hwa Hanna, an award-winning writer and multimedia journalist.

Discover how she transformed her passion into a thriving career, proving that the pursuit of what ignites your soul is the key to a fulfilling life. 🚀
Don't miss this empowering episode – Yi-Hwa shared invaluable nuggets that can guide you through the journey of finding and pursuing your passion.

Are you ready to be inspired and motivated to chase your dreams? 🌟
Make sure you tune in to the full conversation! 🔥🎙️
KEY HIGHLIGHTS:
✅ Meeting Yi-Hwa (01:00)
✅ Winning the 2023 Emirates Literature Foundation Writing Competition (02:00)
✅ Discovering her passion and staying consistent (14:53)
✅ Advice on holding on to your passion (22:25)
✅ Finding a balance (27:08)
✅ Overcoming creative block (32:30)
✅ Yi-Hwa's hope for the future (42:57)
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In this week's podcast episode, we had a heart-to-heart chat with our guest, Korede Adesanoye.
She bravely shared her unique journey to becoming a mom.

Korede's story is both touching and inspiring.
She went through the difficult experience of losing her first child, Ademide.
It was a painful journey, but Korede found the strength to heal and became the loving mom of two adorable daughters.

What makes this episode particularly meaningful for me is the personal connection. Just like Korede, I've also navigated the tough path of high-risk pregnancies.
This connection allowed us to have a candid and relatable conversation.
Together, we talked about the ups and downs of motherhood, the sacrifices it demands, and the importance of sharing their stories.

This episode is filled with raw emotions and real-life experiences. It's a reminder of the incredible strength that mothers possess.
Tune in to hear these powerful stories, gain insights, and be inspired by the unbreakable spirit of motherhood.
Don't miss this episode; it's a testament to the strength of moms everywhere.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS:
✅ Korede's Background (01:21)
✅ Journey to Motherhood (09:52)
✅ Ademide's Delivery (20:53)
✅ Making a Sad Decision (31:32)
✅ What kept her going (33:38)
✅ Trying for another baby (37:30)
✅ In a dark place (48:20)
✅ Hyperreflexia after second delivery (56:10)
✅ Exercise and good diet (01:09:03)

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In this week’s episode, I had to pleasure of talking with Azalia, who is a mum illustrator, storyteller, content creator, mental health advocate, and influencer( Talk about wearing many hats).

We met in the most interesting way and have been kindred spirits ever since. I believe she has one of the coolest pages on Instagram, which she dedicates to mums and advocates mental health.
Check out her page here:https://www.instagram.com/azaliasuhaimi/

We dived into some of the raw emotions and struggles she went through when becoming a mum for the first time and how professional help gave her the tools to cope.
Azalia was recently featured on Huffington Post. Check out the article here:https://www.huffpost.com/entry/motherhood-comics-dear-mama_l_63bc70f3e4b0ae9de1c09542

Episode Highlights

The interesting way we met 5:24

Transition to motherhood struggle 9:10

Creatives and mental health conditions 11:14

Seeking professional help 15:30

Storytelling Vs. Social media in our parenting 18:01

Two things all mums should do 25:43

Azalia's biggest life lesson so far 28:50

The not-so-political-correct response 32:01
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