In this nineteenth solo episode of My Kind of Business, Alex opens up about the real, raw experience of navigating motherhood while running a business.

Alex shares her personal journey through the chaos and joy of early motherhood - from the mental load of juggling multiple roles to the invisible weight of postnatal anxiety. She talks honestly about the guilt many mothers carry and the necessity of redefining what success looks like in this season of life.

In this heartfelt episode, Alex also explores the power of community, the importance of asking for help and the freedom found in embracing imperfection.

If you’re a parent balancing business and life, or anyone feeling the pressure to “do it all,” this episode offers comfort, insights and permission to be kind to yourself.

Episode Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction and the reality of early motherhood
02:15 – The mental load and juggling roles
05:30 – Postnatal anxiety and its subtle manifestations
08:45 – The guilt of motherhood and redefining success
12:00 – Building a supportive community and asking for help
15:20 – Embracing imperfection and focusing on what matters

What to Expect

✦ An honest conversation about balancing motherhood and business
✦ Insights into postnatal anxiety and its hidden impact
✦ Reframing guilt as a sign of care, not failure
✦ The importance of community and asking for help
✦ Embracing imperfection and redefining success on your terms

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