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You were one person your whole life — with dreams, opinions, passions, and a sense of who you were. Then you became a mum… and suddenly, you don't know how to connect the two anymore.

In this episode, Charlie opens up about losing yourself in motherhood — even when becoming a mum was part of the dream. She explores:

→ Why something still feels missing, even when you're living what you always wanted

→ How motherhood asks us to give constantly from the moment baby arrives — and why no one teaches us how to refill the cup

→ Why you're allowed to make space for your needs too (and how to actually do it)

→ Small shifts that helped Charlie regain herself after 5 babies

→ A mindset shift that changed everything

Charlie also shares the mistakes she made along the way — and what she learned from them. Because she's been putting it all together to help you find an easier path: one where you can enjoy motherhood AND love yourself again.

🔔 Something new is coming at the end of May to help mums with exactly this. Follow @charliesparentingpages on Instagram to be the first to know.

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Charlie dives deep into one of the most Googled topics in motherhood: sleep. From what newborn sleep actually looks like (spoiler: it's not what you expect) to the 4-month sleep regression, she shares what she learned across five babies. This episode covers sleep safety essentials, practical survival tips for exhausted mums, and how to cope when you're running on empty — without the judgement.

What You'll Learn

* What newborn sleep really looks like and why your baby isn't broken

* How to help with day-night confusion in the early weeks

* The key sleep safety guidelines every parent needs to know

* Why mum sleep matters and practical ways to protect it

* What the 4-month sleep regression actually is (and how to survive it)

* Seven actionable tips for sleep-deprived mums

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Charlie opens up about the reality of 3am feeds — the loneliness, the exhaustion, but also the unexpected tenderness of those quiet hours. Whether you're breastfeeding or bottle feeding, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you survive (and even enjoy) the night shift, from prepping bottles in advance to finding your night time Netflix companion.

What You'll Learn

* Why you're never really alone at 3am (welcome to the club)

* How to set up simple "feeding stations" around your home

* The bottle prep hack that saves your sanity during night feeds

* Why room temperature bottles might be your best friend

* How to steal sleep before the night shift begins

* Finding comfort in podcasts, shows, and mum friends who get it

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A new episode is released every Sunday!

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