The Imperfect Mum

On this week's episode of The Imperfect Mum, I'm joined by Sally Mady from Coaching For Balance. Sally is a Ambitious Mum's coach dedicated to supporting mums to find what lights them up and to break the cycle of people pleasing. In this episode, we explore the importance of understanding your WHY and finding space for both yourself and your family. We also discuss strategies for prioritising your to-do list, working in tune with your energy, and cultivating more self-compassion in your daily life.

Takeaways
Ambition can be defined in various areas of life, not just career.
Understanding your 'why' is crucial for motivation.
The Wheel of Life helps assess balance in different life areas.
Cultural perspectives can shape our views on parenting and success.
Self-reflection during lockdown led to personal growth for many.
Self-development is a journey that can transform lives.
Teaching kids independence is essential for their growth.
Time management requires prioritization and flexibility.
Building a support network is vital for busy moms.
Self-compassion is key to managing motherhood stress.

Chapters
00:00 Navigating Motherhood and Emotional Challenges
02:08 Defining Ambition and Success
04:25 Understanding Your Why
06:59 Sally's Journey into Coaching
09:21 Cultural Expectations and Personal Growth
11:29 The Impact of Lockdown on Self-Reflection
14:25 The Power of Daily Reflection
15:32 Finding Balance in Parenting
17:59 Control and Influence in Parenting
19:55 The Importance of Community Support
23:02 Time Management Strategies for Busy Moms
28:22 Embracing Flexibility and Self-Compassion

You can find Sally on Instagram here: @coaching.for.balance

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This episode is going to give you some tips on things you can do to help yourself to feel happier and healthier.
I am so passionate about setting goals as part of creating a Happy life. This episode is about helping you feel more in control of your mental health.

• Anxiety doesn't have to be something we accept,
• comparison doesn't have to just be a downside of motherhood
• Feeling isolated and lonely isn't just your reality now.

and this episode will help you set some goals to start changing that.
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Sign up for Goals setting workshop link
Journal Prompts link

On this week’s episode of The Imperfect Mum I discuss all about the power of vulnerability in matrescence.

I cover how becoming a Mum can lead to a loss of identity, how to model that feelings are okay to your children & how deciding to be yourself is one of the most courageous and important decisions you can make.

If you loved this episode, please subscribe and share, it helps me to help even more Mums find their joy. Find out how you can work with me at; www.natashanyeke.com

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You can follow Nicola on Instagram here; @breatheandmoveit & hopefully I can get her back on to rerecord our episode soon. I also mentioned a Ted Talk on vulnerability by Brené Brown which can be found here.

Ever feel like you’re failing at motherhood, no matter how hard you try? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Imperfect Mum, I sit down with Dr. Jo Mueller to talk about the messy reality of parenting, mum guilt, and why self-care isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity.

We dive into the pressures of social media, the mental load of parenting, and the emotional rollercoaster of raising kids (especially if you’re parenting a neurodivergent child). Dr. Mueller also introduces her Guilty Parent Club, a space for parents to ditch the shame and feel supported.

If you've ever found yourself Googling:

• Why do I feel guilty all the time as a mum?
• How do I stop feeling like I’m failing my kids?
• Is it normal to feel overwhelmed by parenting?
• How do I repair things when I’ve lost my temper?
• What’s the best way to support my neurodivergent child?

...this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn:

✔ Why your mental health matters just as much as your child’s
✔ How to break free from mum guilt (spoiler: you’re doing better than you think)
✔ Why social media makes parenting feel harder—and how to stop comparing
✔ The power of emotional awareness in handling parenting stress
✔ How to repair relationships with your child after conflict
✔ Why “good enough” parenting is actually the best kind

Episode Breakdown:

00:00 | Introduction to Parenting & Mental Health
03:16 | How Your Well-Being Affects Your Child’s Well-Being
06:59 | The Truth About Mum Guilt & Why It’s So Common
11:14 | Self-Compassion: The Parenting Superpower You Didn’t Know You Needed
15:39 | Inside the Guilty Parent Club: A Community for Struggling Parents
19:04 | Mindfulness & Self-Awareness: Practical Tools for Mums
22:36 | Dealing with Guilt & When to Ask for Help
24:36 | Childcare, Nannies & Why You Don’t Have to Do It All
25:40 | Why Quality of Parenting Matters More Than Perfection
27:59 | Social Media & The “Perfect Parent” Trap
29:59 | Parenting Choices, Financial Pressures & The Mental Load
32:14 | Aligning Your Parenting with Your Values (Not Someone Else’s)
34:23 | Adjusting Expectations When Parenting Feels Hard
36:35 | Raising Neurodivergent Children: What You Need to Know
38:28 | Where to Find the Right Support When Parenting Feels Overwhelming
41:00 | Navigating the Healthcare System for Neurodiversity
44:53 | Building a Village: Finding Community & Resources for Parents
46:08 | Outro & Where to Connect

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Hi,

I'm finally back! OMG, I've been so bad at staying consistent with the podcast, which is so annoying because I love doing it.

Anyway, back to getting my sh*t together, and I have an amazing guest this week. Helen is a parenting consultant. In a previous life, she was a PICU Nurse and health visitor, and she is also a gentle sleep coach and mum of four—two of whom are neurodiverse.

She is the epitome of the honest mum, and I wish I had her energy in my life when I was a new mum. Actually, thinking about it, I'm going to have a bit of an Instagram cull as I want more people with Helen's kind of fun energy and fewer of the 'you will mess up your kids if you don't do this one thing' types.

We talk all things sleep, how different children are, and my most recent struggle getting over jet lag. FYI, I'm not complaining; the trip to Mexico was so worth it, but we all know jet lag's not fun.

If you want to find out more about Helen, find her on Instagram @essential_parenting, and for more information about working with me, it's @theimperfect_therapist.