Deborah Graham speaks with Taby Taplin about the real, often messy transition into motherhood and how it reshapes identity, priorities, and career expectations. Taby shares her own matrescence journey, from newborn exhaustion and breastfeeding challenges to returning to work part-time and launching Mumentum Jobs, a flexibility-first platform for mums. We discuss what flexibility actually looks like in practice, why so many women feel pressured to choose between career and family, and how employers can do better by supporting mums with realistic policies and outcome-based work.

key topics

• Matrescence and its impact on women
• Balancing motherhood and career ambitions
• The importance of flexible work arrangements
• Challenges of returning to work postpartum
• Creating supportive workplace policies

Guest links

Instagram @tabytaplin

Instagram @mumentumjobs

Facebook @mumentumjobs

Matrescence at work

motherhood, work-life balance, flexibility, matrescence, career pivot, motherhood penalty, flexible work, women in workforce, momentum jobs

In this episode, Brooke Marie Bridges shares her inspiring journey from childhood acting to mental health advocacy and motherhood. She discusses the challenges of postpartum anxiety, redefining success, and balancing work and family life.

key topics

Brooke Marie Bridges' background in acting and mental health

Her journey into motherhood and postpartum experiences

The societal pressures of motherhood and success

Managing postpartum anxiety and intrusive thoughts

The importance of redefining 'all' in 'having it all'

Work-life balance and flexible careers for parents

The value of self-care and holistic well-being in motherhood

Guest links

Instagram @brookembridges

unearthingwellness.co

theletdownfilm.com

Matrescence at work

Motherhood, Mental Health, Postpartum Anxiety, Work-Life Balance, Holistic Well-being

In this episode, Mikaela shares her raw and honest journey through motherhood, mental health, career shifts, and finding balance. Her story highlights the importance of self-compassion, seeking help, and redefining success as a parent.