The Whole Mama Show: Untold Stories of Motherhood

• Ep. 49: You're Not the Only Mama Who Resented Her Mental Load

  In this engaging conversation, Sadie Torquato shares her journey into motherhood, discusses the importance of support in relationships, the pressures of societal expectations, and the need to accept the motherhood mental load. Sadie reflects on her experiences as a mother of three, the dynamics of parenting different ages, and the significance of commitment in building a family. She emphasises the need for women to embrace their unique experiences and the significance of making conscious choices in marriage and parenting. The discussion also touches on generational expectations and the evolving roles within partnerships, highlighting the importance of collaboration and support in family dynamics.FOLLOW Sadie @sadirtorquatoFOLLOW us on @thewholemamazaFOLLOW Aisha: @aishaandlife

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• Ep. 48: You're Not the Only Mama Who Didn't Want to Be a Mama

  In this engaging conversation, Aisha O'Reilly speaks with Ophela Mhlauli (FitOphela) about her journey into motherhood, her holistic approach to fitness, and the challenges and triumphs of being a new mom. Ophela shares her initial reluctance towards motherhood, her unexpected pregnancy, and how she has embraced her role as a mother while also pursuing her passion for fitness. The discussion highlights the importance of community support, the realities of postpartum recovery, and the power of social media in connecting mothers. Ophela's story is one of personal growth, empowerment, and redefining what it means to be fit and healthy in all aspects of life.

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• Ep. 47: You're Not the Only Single Mama with an Absent Father

  n this conversation, Aisha O'Reilly and Amanda Ndlangisa explore the complexities of motherhood, particularly focusing on Amanda's journey as a young mother. They discuss the challenges of navigating early motherhood, the importance of support systems, and the impact of absent fathers. Amanda shares her experiences of feeling unprepared for motherhood and the societal expectations placed on women. The conversation highlights the significance of family support and the emotional processing that comes with parenting, ultimately reflecting on personal growth and the evolving understanding of motherhood. In this conversation, Amanda Ndlangisa shares her journey through early motherhood, mental health struggles, and the challenges of raising children as a single mother. She discusses the emotional impact of abandonment by the fathers of her children, the importance of therapy, and navigating the legal system for child support. Amanda reflects on her experiences, the stigma of being labeled a 'bitter baby mama,' and the lessons learned about acceptance and self-care in motherhood.FOLLOW MANDY: @mandy_ndlangisaFOLLOW US: @thewholemamaza | @aishaandlife

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• Ep. 46: You're Not the Only Mama Who's Over the Gaslighting

  Aisha Mchumo O'Reilly is reacting to the Ayesha Curry Call Her Daddy interview that went viral for Ayesha's comments on motherhood and marriage.WATCH the episode on YouTube: youtube.com/@thewholemamazaFOLLOW The Whole Mama on social media: Instagram & TikTok: @thewholemamazaYouTube: www.youtube.com/@thewholemamaza-----The Whole Mama Show is created and hosted by Aisha Mchumo O'Reilly, a creative entrepreneur, digital content creator, wife, and mother of three children who is passionate about telling the story of motherhood.Across all cultures, our experiences as mothers have been shamed or ignored. So we wait for permission to share our mom truths. This podcast is that permission.Season 5 creditsHost & producer: Aisha O'Reilly @aishaandlifeTheme song generously provided by ShabziMedallion: @ShabZiMadallion www.shabzi.co.za#thewholemamashow #honestmotherhood #realmotherhood #motherhoodstories

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• Ep. 44: You're Not the Only Mama Who Counts Down Until Bedtime

  In this fun and honest episode, our host, Aisha Mchumo O'Reilly, share what her current mothering challenge is: bedtime. How to overcome the mom guilt that sets in and also asks the mamas a mind boggling questionWATCH the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/1Q6ZcWsU_HE?si=3bQU06qBrMyqv1AuFOLLOW The Whole Mama on social media: Instagram & TikTok: @thewholemamazaYouTube: www.youtube.com/@thewholemamaza-----The Whole Mama Show is created and hosted by Aisha Mchumo O'Reilly, a creative entrepreneur, digital content creator, wife, and mother of three children who is passionate about telling the story of motherhood.Across all cultures, our experiences as mothers have been shamed or ignored. So we wait for permission to share our mom truths. This podcast is that permission.Season 5 creditsHost & producer: Aisha O'Reilly @aishaandlifeTheme song generously provided by ShabziMedallion: @ShabZiMadallion www.shabzi.co.za#thewholemamashow #honestmotherhood #realmotherhood #motherhoodstories

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