Motherhood Unveiled
Motherhood Unveiled
Podcast Description
Welcome to Motherhood Unveiled, where we delve into the transformative journey of motherhood through the heartfelt stories of moms just like you. Join Ashley, a seasoned mom and passionate advocate for maternal empowerment, as she uncovers the joys, challenges, and profound personal growth that accompany raising children.
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Content Themes
The show focuses on themes of maternal empowerment, self-discovery, and the challenges of motherhood, with episodes discussing topics like postpartum health challenges, mental health awareness, and the concept of matrescence. Examples include in-depth conversations about the challenges of C-section recovery and the journey of reclaiming identity in motherhood.
Welcome to Motherhood Unveiled, where we delve into the transformative journey of motherhood through the heartfelt stories of moms just like you. Join Ashley, a seasoned mom and passionate advocate for maternal empowerment, as she uncovers the joys, challenges, and profound personal growth that accompany raising children.
In this episode of ”Motherhood Unveiled,” host Ashley converses with her long-time friend Caitlin Thompson, a queer single mother of two. Caitlin shares her complex journey through motherhood, discussing fertility struggles, conception, home birthing. She highlights the importance of intentionality in family creation and the emotional complexities of motherhood. Caitlin also reflects on her mental health, sobriety, and the impact of her separation. The episode underscores the significance of community, self-awareness, and embracing both the joys and challenges of parenting.
Meet Caitlin
Caitlin is a queer, single mother of two spicy Aries kiddos and is flying by the seat of her pants! She tries her best to be intentional and present in her parenting but some days she is truly just trying to get through until sweet, sweet bedtime. She loves to get outdoors and relish in the tranquility of nature. She is a sourdough baker, a mediocre poet, a hockey player, a camper and an aspiring hippie spiritual earth goddess with quite the case of ADHD. She is a trauma survivor and constantly in the process of learning, healing, growing and trying to keep her sh*t together.
Links & Mentions
1. Queer family book recommendations:
- What Makes a Baby (Cory Silverberg)
- Zak’s Safari: A Story about Donor-Conceived Kids of Two-Mom Families (Cristy Tyner)
2. Sobriety resources:
- Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol (Holly Whittaker)
- Push Of
Connect with Ashley on IG (@_ashley_beatty_) or LinkedIn
Cover Art: Abigail Murphy Photography
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