This week I’m joined by Becky — a medium, leadership coach, and founder of Culture Kick — and the reason I have been hounding her to be on the podcast is her energy is contagious. We talk about motherhood, self-development, spirituality, and the reality of trying to be a good parent while also growing as a person.

Becky shares how so many people are miserable in their jobs, and how we can change that by creating cultures — in work and at home — that feel better. This episode is about surrounding yourself with people who inspire you, letting go of guilt, and creating a life that supports who you are now (not who you were before motherhood).

We chat about:

• How motherhood can actually make you even better at your job.
• Why systems at home are just as important as at work.
• The difference between reacting and responding when your kids push your buttons
• The power of gratitude, reflection and small daily pauses. ( I can't bang on about this enough 5 mins sitting in the sun can really change you whole day.
• What intentional parenting really looks like (hint: it’s not about being perfect)

If you’re craving a life that feels calmer, more hopeful, and less like you're on a hamster wheel — this one’s for you.

🛍️ Things we mentioned (and where to find Becky):

• Culture Kick – Becky’s workplace culture consultancy: www.culturekick.co.uk
• It’s a Kind of Magic – Becky’s spiritual & mediumship work on Instagram: @itsakindofmagic_
• Weekly planners – Download my free printable planners to help you feel more in control of your week:link
• Visualize by Dr. Tara Swart – The book I’m loving right now on the power of visualising what you do want
• Manifest by Roxie Nafousi – The book that (literally) fell off the shelf for Becky and kickstarted her spiritual journey

In this episode, I explore the 9 key pillars that support our mental health. This episode is about noticing where you're running on empty and making tiny, doable changes that will make life feel better.

From why hydration is more powerful than you think, to how your environment affects your mood, and the reason rest is not lazy — I share tips from my therapy room, and what I’m learning as a mum, therapist.

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, flat, or stuck in a cycle of negative thinking, this episode is your reminder that there is a way to start feeling better.

Takeaways:

• It’s okay to not have everything perfect — just start.
• Hydration really does help your brain and body function better.
• Eating well is about fuel and energy, not punishment.
• Sleep is a game-changer (even a little more can help).
• Stress management tools like journaling and breathwork actually work — even if your brain says they won’t.
• Relationships are everything — we all need people we can be real with.
• Financial worries can deeply impact your wellbeing (you’re not imagining it).
• Your space affects your head — small tweaks can make a big difference.
• Plan your life like you plan your work.
• Small, consistent changes really do add up.

📝 Want to do the exercise I mentioned?
Here’s what to do:

1. Write down the 9 Pillars:
   • Physical health & exercise
   • Nutrition & hydration
   • Sleep
   • Stress management
   • Relationships
   • Purpose & meaning
   • Spirituality & mindfulness
   • Financial stability
   • Environment
2. Score each one out of 10.
3. Choose your lowest 2–3 and write one small, manageable step you could take this week to improve them.

(You’ll get the full breakdown in this week’s email — make sure you’re subscribed! 👉 Here

💃 Fancy dancing your way to a better mood?
Check out my lovely friend Nicola’s Movement is Medicine classes. They're like therapy and clubbing had a baby — seriously good for your nervous system. Here

🎧 Don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review if this episode helped you. It means the world.

🫶 No one needs a perfect mum. Just a present one.

In this episode of The Imperfect Mum podcast, I’m sharing reflections from a recent family holiday, diving into the real struggles so many of us face—body image, self-acceptance, and the pressure to look a certain way. You’ll hear my personal journey with weight, hormonal changes, and the spiral of negative thoughts that can come with it.

I’ll guide you through practical, actionable steps to build a healthier relationship with your body, including:
✨ Tips to stop the spiral of negative self-talk
✨ Strategies to embrace your body with more kindness and acceptance
✨ Simple journaling prompts to help you break free from guilt and shame

Plus, we’ll talk about the power of mental fitness and community support—so you don’t feel alone on this journey.

If you’re ready to start feeling better in your own skin and want to be part of a supportive community, this episode is for you. Tune in and let’s work together on creating a more compassionate, positive relationship with yourself.

Chapters

00:00 Holiday Reflections and Family Dynamics
02:44 Body Image Struggles and Societal Pressures
05:37 Navigating Spiraling Thoughts and Self-Compassion
08:30 The Impact of Hormones and Aging on Body Image
11:04 The Reticular Activating System and Mental Fitness
13:43 Journaling for Self-Discovery and Growth
16:34 Embracing Change and Body Positivity
19:19 Practical Tips for Managing Body Image Concerns
21:57 Conclusion and Encouragement for Listeners

💛 Want to work with me?

If you’re tired of the pressure, the perfectionism, and the constant “I should be doing more” — I’d love to support you.

I work 1:1 with mums who want to feel calmer, more connected, and confident in themselves again. Whether it’s navigating anxiety, letting go of guilt, or finding yourself in the chaos of motherhood — we’ll work together to help you feel more like you again.

✨ You can book a free call here to chat more about what’s going on and how I can support you.

I also offer workplace talks and group workshops for businesses who actually want to support working parents properly — not just tick a box.

Just drop me a message or check the links in the show notes if that’s something you’d like to bring into your organisation.

If you've ever caught yourself looking at another mum and thinking, “Am I doing it all wrong?” — this episode is for you.

In today’s episode of The Imperfect Mum, we’re diving into something I see all the time with the women I work with (and yep, I’ve been there too): comparison in motherhood.

While I was on holiday in Corfu with my family, I noticed how easy it is — even when everything looks lovely on the outside — to start questioning ourselves.
Different routines. Different food choices. Different parenting styles. And suddenly we’re wondering if we’re falling short.

🎧 In this episode, I share:

• What I observed about parenting styles while on holiday
• Why comparing yourself to other mums is such a joy-killer
• The connection between mum guilt, perfectionism, and burnout
• Why parenting isn’t a performance — it’s a relationship
• A journalling exercise to help you tune back into what really matters to you as a parent

If you’ve been feeling like everyone else is coping better, or like you’re always second-guessing yourself — take this as your permission to stop looking sideways and start looking within.

You’re doing better than you think. And your family doesn’t need a perfect mum. They need you.

💛 Mentioned in this episode:

• Free journalling prompts for anxious, overwhelmed mums
• My 1:1 coaching for mums who want to ditch the pressure and feel more connected
• My go-to tools for when anxiety creeps in (journalling, cycle tracking, meditation, and more)

💛 Want to work with me?

If you’re tired of the pressure, the perfectionism, and the constant “I should be doing more” — I’d love to support you.

I work 1:1 with mums who want to feel calmer, more connected, and confident in themselves again. Whether it’s navigating anxiety, letting go of guilt, or finding yourself in the chaos of motherhood — we’ll work together to help you feel more like you again.

✨ You can book a free call here to chat more about what’s going on and how I can support you.

I also offer workplace talks and group workshops for businesses who actually want to support working parents properly — not just tick a box.

Just drop me a message or check the links in the show notes if that’s something you’d like to bring into your organisation.

Welcome back to The Imperfect Mum podcast.
If you’re walking the dog, stuck in traffic, cleaning the kitchen, or wrestling a fitted sheet onto the bed – I see you.

This weeks episode is for you if you feel you're holding everything together… except maybe your relationship.

Today, I'm chatting about what happens to us—as a couple—after we become parents. Because no one really prepares you for how much that changes things.e’ll

• Why your partner’s love language might suddenly feel like “emptying the dishwasher” (and why that’s valid),
• How the invisible load affects intimacy,
• And why scheduling sex doesn’t mean it’s not sexy – it just means it might actually happen.

This Iis about staying connected in the chaos, having a laugh, and remembering that small moments do matter.

So keep doing whatever you’re doing – I’ll keep you company. Let’s talk about love, resentment, kindness, and how to actually feel like a team again.

& if you love the podcast join my mailing list and download one of my FREEBIES I send out lots of tips and tools to find yourself again after having kids...link

Want to find our about working with me check out my therapy page on the Counselling Directory link

If you’ve ever felt like you’re spinning all the plates—mum life, work, trying to be the best version of yourself—but underneath it all, you feel... a bit lost? Then this episode is for you.

In this week’s conversation, I’m joined by the incredible Becci McEvoy—mum, entrepreneur, and someone who knows the burnout spiral all too well. Becci shares how hitting a wall became the turning point that led her to redefine what success actually means for her, and spoiler: it’s not what we were told it should be.

We talk about:

✨ What it means to become the architect of your own life
✨ Why burnout often creeps in when we’re chasing someone else’s version of success
✨ How Becci went from cleaning jobs to creative entrepreneurship
✨ The power of small, daily changes that support your nervous system
✨ The magic that happens when we stop waiting for permission and just take the next step

This one’s for the mums who are quietly wondering if there’s more to life than just surviving the week. For the women craving simplicity, alignment, and that deep sense of this feels right. Becci’s story is a beautiful reminder that you don’t have to have it all figured out to begin.

Take a moment to listen—you might just hear something you didn’t even know you needed.

🔗 Connect with Becci on Instagram: @beheardsocials
💫 Want to explore what it could look like to work with me 1:1? Learn more about my coaching here: www.theimperfectmum.com/1-1

If this episode resonates, share it with a friend who needs to hear that it’s OK to change direction—and that happiness isn’t selfish. 💛

Big hugs,
Natasha x

In this episode of The Imperfect Mum I explore the importance of maternal mental health and the unrealistic standards of perfectionism in motherhood. I explore the power of self-compassion, the significance of being a 'good enough' mum, and the impact of modelling kindness and resilience with yourself and how our children learn from what they see. Lots of practical tips for self-care, balancing responsibilities, and breaking the cycle of perfectionism to create a healthier mindset for mothers and a happier life.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Maternal Mental Health
03:43 The Concept of the Good Enough Mum
06:32 The Importance of Self-Compassion
09:54 Perfectionism in Motherhood
12:55 The Impact of Perfectionism on Parenting
15:51 Finding Balance and Joy in Motherhood
18:50 The Role of Self-Care
21:38 Challenging Perfectionist Thoughts
24:48 The Cost of Chasing Perfection
27:40 Modeling Imperfection for Our Children
30:56 Conclusion and Reflection
39:51 NATASHA EXIT MUSIC.MP3

In this episode of The Imperfect Mum, Natasha explores how looking back at your own childhood can help you reconnect to your intuition, heal generational wounds, and become the mum you always needed — for both your child and yourself.

If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “I don’t even recognise who I am anymore…” this episode is for you.

Motherhood can feel like it strips away your identity — but the truth is, you’re not starting from scratch. You’re holding a blueprint within you, built from your deepest needs, longings, and memories. And in this gentle, reflective episode, Natasha walks you through how to access it.

Through raw personal stories, heartfelt journaling prompts, and emotional insight, you’ll be reminded that you already know more than you think — and that you are healing generations with every small, intentional choice you make.

🕰 Chapters:

00:00 – Embracing Self-Compassion in Motherhood
07:05 – Reconnecting with Your Inner Blueprint
10:12 – Understanding Childhood Needs for Better Parenting
15:55 – Healing Generational Wounds
18:48 – Effective Listening Techniques
21:48 – Quality Time with Kids
24:43 – Building Emotional Connections
28:10 – Encouraging Resilience in Children
31:07 – Celebrating Small Moments
33:53 – Parenting as a Journey of Healing
35:41 – Natasha Exit Music 🎶

✍️ Journal Prompts from the Episode:

• What did I most need as a child but didn’t always get?
• What small moments made me feel loved, safe, or proud?
• What kind of mum do I wish I’d had on my hardest days?
• How am I already being that mum — even just a little?
• What would I say to my younger self if I could sit beside her now?

💭 Key Topics:

• Reclaiming your identity in motherhood
• Inner child work and self-compassion
• Listening and connection over perfection
• Healing generational parenting wounds
• Building emotional resilience in children
• Finding joy in small, everyday moments

🎧 Listen now if you want to…

✨ Stop second-guessing yourself
✨ Reconnect with your intuition
✨ Parent from a place of love, not fear
✨ Break cycles without burning out
✨ Feel like you again

✨ Want the free journal worksheet from this episode?
DM Natasha on Instagram @theimperfectmum or visit here to download.