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  • “I Hid My Pregnancy”: Motherhood, Trauma & Breaking Cycles with Danielle Coleman

    “I Hid My Pregnancy”: Motherhood, Trauma & Breaking Cycles with Danielle Coleman
    Sep 23 2026
    Danielle Coleman hid her pregnancy from her friends — and some didn’t know she had a son until after he turned one. In this episode of Milk & Mummies, Danielle joins Raychel for a deeply open conversation about why she chose privacy during pregnancy, her experiences surrounding conception, and how trauma, trust and survival shaped her journey into motherhood. They explore the difference between protection and hypervigilance, the behaviours we inherit from our families and cultures, setting boundaries after becoming a parent, and the difficult work of breaking generational cycles. Danielle also shares her thoughts on emotional regulation, raising her son without unconsciously passing on her own wounds, and what motherhood has taught her about herself. It’s a conversation about motherhood, survival, privacy, boundaries — and deciding what stops with you. ⚠️ Content note: This episode contains discussion of sexual assault, trauma and difficult experiences surrounding pregnancy and conception. Follow Milk & Mummies for more honest conversations about motherhood, identity and everything that comes with raising tiny humans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 20 Min.
  • Selma Nicholls: Motherhood, Representation & Building Looks Like Me

    Selma Nicholls: Motherhood, Representation & Building Looks Like Me
    Sep 2 2026
    When Selma Nicholls’ daughter Riley-Ann asked, “Why doesn’t anyone look like me?”, it sparked an idea that would grow into Looks Like Me — an award-winning casting agency and movement championing authentic representation across advertising, television and film. In this episode of Milk & Mummies, Raychel sits down with Selma to talk about the motherhood story behind the mission. They explore representation and belonging, building a purpose-led business, creativity, ambition, burnout and why creating meaningful change and making money don’t have to be mutually exclusive. Selma also reflects on how motherhood has changed her definition of success, the responsibility that comes with creating change through content, and what she hopes her daughter will ultimately take from the life and legacy she is building. An honest conversation about being seen, building something bigger than yourself and what can happen when a mother truly listens to her child. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 14 Min.
  • Can You Have It All? Motherhood, Ambition & Success with Sedge Beswick

    Can You Have It All? Motherhood, Ambition & Success with Sedge Beswick
    Aug 12 2026
    Can women really have it all — and should we even be asking that question? This week, Raychel is joined by entrepreneur, strategist, investor, mentor and mum of two Sedge Beswick. After becoming ASOS’ first social media hire, Sedge went on to found and scale influencer marketing agency SEEN Connects to a reported £24 million valuation. She’s since become an advisor, investor, speaker and mentor to founders and brands — all while navigating motherhood and raising two daughters. In this warm, funny and candid conversation, Sedge and Raychel talk about what happens to ambition after motherhood, the realities of building a successful business, mum guilt, burnout, boundaries and whether “having it all” is actually possible. They explore the pressure ambitious women put on themselves, how motherhood can change the way we lead, knowing when it’s time to walk away from something you’ve built, and why becoming a mum doesn’t mean becoming less ambitious. Plus, Sedge shares practical advice for women who have a big idea — but haven’t quite given themselves permission to start. In this episode: Motherhood and ambition Building and scaling a multimillion-pound business Sedge’s journey from ASOS to entrepreneurship Mum guilt and work-life balance Burnout and boundaries Female leadership Redefining success after children Advice for ambitious mums and female founders A conversation for every woman who’s ever wondered: Can I be a brilliant mum and still want something that’s mine? Instagram: @milkandmummiespodcast Instagram: @sedgebeswick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 6 Min.
  • Motherhood, Acting & Ambition with Mother Act | Milk and Mummies

    Motherhood, Acting & Ambition with Mother Act | Milk and Mummies
    Aug 5 2026
    Can women really have it all? This week on Milk & Mummies, Raychel sits down with actors and Mother Act co-founders Phoebe Sparrow and Allegra Marland to explore what happens when motherhood meets a career built on uncertainty. From navigating auditions with childcare to redefining success after becoming parents, Phoebe and Allegra share the honest realities of balancing family life with creative ambition. Together they discuss identity, rejection, resilience, why they founded Mother Act, and the changes they hope to see across the entertainment industry for working mothers. Whether you’re an actor, freelancer, entrepreneur or simply trying to hold onto your own ambitions whilst raising children, this episode is a reminder that motherhood doesn’t mean giving up on your dreams—it simply changes the journey. In this episode we discuss: Becoming mothers whilst pursuing acting careers Ambition after children Identity and self beyond motherhood Auditions, childcare and creative work The inspiration behind Mother Act Supporting working mothers in the arts Advice for creative parents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    59 Min.
  • Hypnobirthing, Doulas & Birth Preparation | Carina Gillespie

    Hypnobirthing, Doulas & Birth Preparation | Carina Gillespie
    Jul 29 2026
    Can hypnobirthing really make a difference during labour? What does a doula actually do? And how can expectant parents prepare for birth with confidence instead of fear? This week on Milk & Mummies, Raychel Addo is joined by hypnobirthing teacher, birth and postpartum doula Carina Gillespie from Radiance Birthing. Together they explore hypnobirthing, birth preparation, labour, birth trauma, partner support, postpartum recovery and the realities of modern motherhood. Whether you’re expecting your first baby or adding to your family, this episode offers practical advice, evidence-based insights and reassuring conversation to help you approach birth feeling informed and empowered. Topics include: Hypnobirthing and Doulas Labour preparation Birth mindset and Birth trauma Hospital births vs. Home births Pregnancy advice Partner support Postpartum care Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 3 Min.
  • Success, Motherhood & Building a Life You Love with Ronke Lawal

    Success, Motherhood & Building a Life You Love with Ronke Lawal
    Jul 22 2026
    Success and motherhood don’t have to exist on opposite sides of the scale. This week, Raychel sits down with award-winning PR and communications entrepreneur, speaker and personal branding coach Ronke Lawal to explore what it really means to build a fulfilling career whilst raising a family. Together they discuss ambition, identity, confidence, visibility, burnout, leadership and the realities of balancing motherhood with personal and professional growth. An honest, thoughtful conversation for every woman who’s ever wondered whether she can build the life she dreams of without losing herself along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 8 Min.
  • Parenting Older Children, Identity & Rediscovering Yourself | Eliza Williams | Milk and Mummies

    Parenting Older Children, Identity & Rediscovering Yourself | Eliza Williams | Milk and Mummies
    Jul 15 2026
    Motherhood evolves—and so do we. When actor, singer and writer Eliza Williams first joined Milk & Mummies, we spoke about the realities of balancing motherhood and a creative career while raising young children. This time, we’re revisiting the conversation from a completely different chapter. Eliza reflects on what motherhood looks like when your children become more independent. We explore the unexpected emotions of being needed differently, rediscovering your identity beyond constant caregiving, embracing ambition in midlife, and finding space to reconnect with yourself. Whether you’re navigating the newborn stage, the school years or watching your children grow into adults, this episode is a reminder that motherhood is never static—it continues to evolve, and so do the women living it. In this episode, we discuss: Raising older children and teenagers Rediscovering yourself after years of motherhood Identity beyond being “mum” Career, creativity and ambition in a new season of life Self-care when you finally have time for yourself The changing relationship between mothers and their children Advice for mums at every stage of motherhood If this conversation resonated with you, we’d love for you to follow the podcast, leave a review and share this episode with another mum who might need to hear it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    52 Min.
  • What Every Mum Should Know with Midwife Alicia Burnett

    What Every Mum Should Know with Midwife Alicia Burnett
    Jul 1 2026
    This week on Milk & Mummies, Raychel is joined by registered midwife, mother, author and founder of Black Baby Loss Awareness Week, Alicia Burnett. Alicia shares her experiences of motherhood, midwifery, advocacy and supporting Black families through pregnancy, birth and baby loss. Together, they discuss Black maternal health, culturally sensitive care, grief, motherhood, raising children, and what every woman deserves to know when navigating pregnancy and birth. This is an honest and powerful conversation about care, community and creating change. Follow Alicia on Instagram : @midwife_alicia or @blackbabylossawareness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    56 Min.