In Mother Words | Podcast with Steph

2nd-Time Mom - When You Feel Like You Should Know Better

Second Pregnancy: Uncertainty, Self Trust, and Lessons | Real Talk for Second-Time Moms You’ve had a baby before—so why does pregnancy the second time around still feel so uncertain? In this episode of In Mother Words, Steph sits down with Jen, a working mom pregnant with her second child, to talk honestly about the emotional complexity of a second pregnancy. They explore: - The pressure to "have it all figured out" - Why self-doubt creeps in again - Guilt around asking for help - Letting go of expectations - Preparing your firstborn to become a sibling If you're a second-time mom navigating pregnancy while juggling life, work, and the weight of what you think you should know by now—this conversation will meet you right where you are.👉 Subscribe for more unfiltered motherhood conversations📺 Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/sibHd8f3a-w💬 Comment below: What surprised you most about your second pregnancy?#SecondPregnancy #MomPodcast #MotherhoodUnfiltered #WorkingMom #PregnancyJourney #InMotherWords

How He Shows Up: A Father's Day Thank You

This Father’s Day, we’re flipping the script.In this special episode of In Mother Words, we pause to honour the fathers—through the eyes of moms. So often, we speak from a place of overwhelm or frustration (I know I’ve been there too). But today, we ask 6 heartfelt questions to reflect on how our partners show up, love, and lead in their own way. This is our way of seeing them, acknowledging them, and giving back. I hope this conversation blesses your heart.Questions:
1:57 - How does your partner lighten your load as a mum, even in small ways—and why does that matter to you?2:57 - How do the little things your husband does remind you that you're in this together—and why is it worth celebrating?4:09 - How has seeing him as a father changed how you see him as a person?5:07 : How has your husband made you feel understood and supported in motherhood?6:16 - How do you handle moments when you don’t see eye to eye as parents—and why has that been important for your growth together?7:20 - What advice would you give a mum who feels overwhelmed and unsure how to ask for help - especially from their husbands?You can also WATCH this episode on: www.youtube.com/@InMotherWordsThanks for listening! Subscribe to tune in for weekly episodes that light up what matters and support the life you're building.

What Social Media Doesn't Show You

Social media often paints a picture of motherhood that’s all joy and perfection — but we know that’s not the full story. Behind the filters are real women facing real challenges, and that constant comparison can quietly wear us down.
In today’s episode, I sit down with two other moms to have an honest, unscripted conversation about what motherhood actually looks and feels like. We talk about the mess, the magic, and everything in between — and we hope it reminds you that you’re not alone.
Thanks for tuning in. We’re so glad you’re here. 💛You can also WATCH this episode on: www.youtube.com/@InMotherWordsSubscribe to tune in for weekly episodes that light up what matters and support the life you're building.

Returning to Work After Baby: What No One Tells You

There’s the version of motherhood we’re shown:The perfect photos. The smiling baby. The mom who somehow does it all.
And then there’s the version no one talks about:The silence in the house when your partner returns to work.The guilt of answering emails while your newborn cries.The tears you cry alone when your baby won’t latch… and you’re convinced it’s your fault.
In today’s episode, I sit with Wanda — a founder, speech therapist, and new mother — as she shares what happened when her two identities collided.
This is an unscripted conversation about identity, guilt, and the illusion of balance. We talk about keeping a business alive while your body is still healing — and why the hardest part of motherhood is often asking for help.
If you’re in the thick of it, mama, this one’s for you. 💛
Connect with Wanda:🌐 Website: www.ohanatherapy.sg📷 Instagram: @ohanatherapy.sg
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So, why "In Mother Words"?

Nothing prepared me for how profoundly becoming a mama would challenge and reshape me. Five years in, I’m still learning, still growing.
This podcast is part of that ongoing journey — a quest for truth, connection, and a deeper understanding of what motherhood really means, beyond the noise and pressure.
In Mother Words — is my reminder that sometimes, a simple conversation can be a lifeline. It is my hope to create an avenue for raw, reflective stories that speak to the heart of motherhood.Because there’s no one “right” way to do this.
Here, we question the rules. We honour the mess. We listen — really listen — to the stories that remind us we’re never alone.So join me.