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Motherloading Podcast

Welcome to Motherloading - the unfiltered podcast for women and mums who are done pretending everything’s fine. Hosted by Nicky and Michelle, two real, unapologetic women navigating the messy, beautiful chaos of motherhood and womanhood.This is your safe space for the conversations women aren’t having enough of - the ones we’re often too embarrassed, ashamed, or afraid to talk about, but so many of us are living through. We’re not polished, not perfect - just raw, honest, and a little bit nuts.Join

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49:48

Why Does ADHD get missed in Women? (Masking, Coping &...

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2026/04/20

She didn't know she was ADHD until the psychologist assessing her son turned to her and said, "So you've obviously been diagnosed."Hester Grainger is a former TV and BBC Radio presenter, certified ADHD coach, and co-founder of Perfectly Autistic. She's also a mum to two neurodivergent teens, married to a neurodivergent partner, and didn't realise she was ADHD herself until her 40s. In this episode, we talk about: – the moment she was diagnosed (and why no one was surprised) – raising two autistic

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48:30

Why I Walked Away From a £24M Deal Before Giving...

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2026/04/13

She walked away from £24 million.Two weeks before giving birth. Sedge Beswick is a founder, former CEO, and one of the most honest voices on what it actually costs to build a business, become a mother, and decide what matters most when the two collide. In this episode, we talk about: – why she turned down a multimillion pound deal days before her due date – the invisible pressure to work like you don't have kids and parent like you don't have a career – responding to Slack messages in the labour

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48:12

The Mental Load That’s Quietly Breaking Couples |...

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2026/04/06

If you've ever handed your partner a list and felt quietly furious that you had to write it in the first place — this one's for you. Alex Trippier is a couples coach, host of the Be a Happier Parent podcast, and a dad who spent years studying why parenthood quietly dismantles relationships from the inside out. In this episode we get into cognitive labour and why your brain genuinely cannot switch off, the bumbler versus superhero parent dynamic, weaponised incompetence, and his concept of rel...

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50:58

High-Functioning, Silently Unravelling | Dr Tuesday...

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2026/03/30

You can look like you’ve got it together… and still feel like you’re quietly unravelling. You’re showing up. You’re doing everything. You’re functioning. But underneath? It feels heavy. Overwhelming. Like you’re just about holding it all together. In this episode, I’m joined by psychologist Dr Tuesday Watts to unpack what’s actually going on beneath the surface. We talk about: – why so many women feel overwhelmed (even when life “looks fine”) – the mental and emotional load no one sees – why ...

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48:31

Body Grief: The Part of Motherhood Nobody Warns You...

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2026/03/23

Motherhood, identity, exhaustion, intimacy-and the body that no longer feels familiar. This episode of Motherloading explores postpartum body grief-the side of motherhood that often goes unspoken. After the baby arrives and the outside world moves on, many women are left navigating a body that feels different, a mind under pressure, and an identity that is shifting in unexpected ways. Topics covered include: Postpartum body image and identity lossThe disconnect between mental strength and phy...

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58:46

How talking Sh*t made this Mum's business hit 6...

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2026/03/16

She built a 6-figure brand by talking about poo. But the real story is even better. This week on Motherloading, we’re joined by Joely Gabrielle, former Head of Beauty at Grazia and now co-founder of gut health brand We Are Regular. In just five weeks after launch, the brand hit six figures — by tackling one of women’s last taboos: talking openly about poo. But this conversation goes far beyond gut health. We talk about: • traumatic pregnancy and postnatal anxiety • the identity crisis of moth...

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46:33

Why So Many Women Are Quietly Blowing Up Their Lives...

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2026/03/16

After a break, Motherloading is back. In this opening episode of Season 2, Nicky and Michelle catch up on everything that’s happened behind the scenes — from new babies and body changes to burnout, relationship strain, identity shifts and one huge career decision. Nicky opens up about quietly hitting a wall, questioning everything, and ultimately quitting her high-paying corporate job after realising the invisible load had become too heavy to carry. Michelle shares what early motherhood with ...

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57:40

We Survived Season 1 : A Motherloading Highlight Reel

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2025/12/22

Welcome back to another episode of Motherloading with hosts Nicky and Michelle - and this one is a special one. In this Season 1 finale, we’re waving goodbye to an unforgettable year as we close out 2025 by celebrating the journey, the growth, and the community that has formed around Motherloading. This highlights episode brings together the very best moments from the season - from tears and vulnerability to uncontrollable laughter and empowering conversations. These clips capture exactly w...

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53:56

Meltdowns, Motherhood & Making Sense of It All :...

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2025/12/15

Welcome back to another episode of Motherloading with hosts Nicky & Michelle. With Michelle still on maternity leave, Nicky is back on another solo mission, but this week she’s joined by two of her closest friends, Claire and Robyn, both mothers of neurodivergent children. In this raw, honest and deeply compassionate conversation, the trio open up about the realities of parenting neurodivergent kids: the early signs they noticed,the complex journey toward diagnosis (and the mixed feelings...

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57:12

Inside a Toxic Love : Gaslighting, Narcissism & The...

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2025/12/08

Welcome back to another episode of Motherloading. This week, Nicky is flying solo while Michelle is away on maternity leave after welcoming her healthy baby girl. Nicky is joined by long-time friend Nicky Dwyer, who bravely opens up about her comeback story after falling for a narcissist who turned her world upside down. What began as an intense, whirlwind romance quickly unravelled into manipulation, control and emotional chaos. Despite being strong, independent and sharp-minded, she found...

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62:55

Nobody Told Us This : Pelvic Floor, Postpartum...

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2025/12/01

Welcome back to another episode of Motherloading with hosts Nicky and Michelle. This week, the duo are joined by the incredible Claire, fromThe Women’s Rehab Collective, an award-winning MSK practitioner and leading women’s health specialist in recovery, rehab and movement. Together, they dive into the most common myths and misconceptions around postpartum health, perimenopause, pelvic floor function, boob health and the physical changes women experience throughout life. Claire breaks down ...

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49:55

Part 1 : Sobriety, Manifestation & the Moment She...

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2025/11/24

Welcome back to Motherloading with your hosts Nicky & Michelle. In this intimate episode, Michelle peels back the curtain on a life-changing journey - from weekend party girl and booze-fuelled confidence to a life of clarity, fitness and purpose. Michelle remembers the mornings of regret all too well: hungover, guilty and asking herself, “Is this really it?” That question sparked a radical shift. Fueled by journalling, manifestation, and a commitment to practical routine, Michelle retrai...

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44:24

Part 2: Working Mum, Wild Past: Nicky’s Deepest...

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2025/11/24

Welcome back to another episode of Motherloading with your hosts Nicky and Michelle. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, start there first - then come back for this powerful deep dive into Nicky’s journey: the past she’s never fully opened up about… until now. In this honest and emotional conversation, Nicky reflects on the “wild years” of her early life - a time filled with bad decisions, lack of direction, and a lingering sense that she wasn’t living with purpose. The organised, driven, pr...

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37:28

Our Skin is Also Tired : An Honest Chat on Treatments...

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2025/11/17

Welcome back to another episode of Motherloading with your hosts Nicky and Michelle - the podcast that keeps it real about womanhood, motherhood, and everything in between. This week, the duo are joined by Faye, founder of the award-nominated Epidermic Clinic - shortlisted for Best Non-Surgical Facelift 2025 - and a finalist for Aesthetic Practitioner and Entrepreneur of the Year in beauty. Faye’s mission? To help women feel like the best versions of themselves while celebrating and e...

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54:16

Baby Sleep, Reflux & the ADHD Connection - hear from...

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2025/11/10

Welcome back to another episode of Motherloading with hosts Nicky and Michelle - the podcast that keeps motherhood honest, relatable, and real. This week, the duo are joined by Emily, a passionate children’s holistic sleep coach who built her brand "Fox and the Moon" after navigating her own baby’s battle with severe reflux and chronic sleep issues, leading to countless sleepless nights. Frustrated by the same recycled advice - “just leave them to cry” or “they’ll grow out of it” - Emily dec...

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40:29

Naked Twister, Getting the Giggles & Listener Stories

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2025/11/03

Welcome back to another episode of Motherloading with hosts Nicky and Michelle - the podcast that keeps motherhood and womanhood refreshingly real. After the unexpected success of their series launch and a skyrocket into the podcast charts, the duo are taking a moment to reflect, celebrate, and connect directly with you, their amazing listeners. In this candid and chaotic episode, Nicky and Michelle answer listener questions, respond to heartfelt feedback, and share honest thoughts on the t...

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44:59

Burpees, Business, and Badassery

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2025/10/29

Welcome back to another episode of Motherloading with hosts Nicky and Michelle - the podcast that celebrates the beautiful chaos of womanhood and motherhood. In this special bonus episode, the pair are joined by powerhouse duo Zoe and Danielle, founders of the female-focused wellness community The Bodhi Club and proud sponsors of Motherloading Season 1. Together, they dive into the realities of building and growing a business while juggling motherhood, family life, and everything in between...

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52:49

Biohacking Female Health and Hormones : Advice From a...

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2025/10/27

Welcome back to another episode of Motherloading with hosts Nicky and Michelle the podcast that gets real about every stage of womanhood. This week, the duo are joined by the incredible Rosie, affectionately known as the fairy godmother of female health. Together, they dive deep into the fascinating and often misunderstood world of female hormones and physical wellness from postpartum recovery to perimenopause and everything in between. Rosie breaks down how hormonal changes impact yo...

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50:25

I Had A Baby Not A Lobotomy

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2025/10/20

Welcome back to another episode of Motherloading with hosts Nicky and Michelle, the podcast that says what every mum is really thinking. This week, the duo dive deep into the complex, chaotic, and often hilarious world of motherhood, because let’s be honest, we’re all tired of pretending it’s easy. From sleepless nights and emotional rollercoasters to the never-ending guilt and judgment that society throws our way, Nicky and Michelle open up about the good, the bad, and the downright messy p...

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51:29

2. The Sex Talk (Female Edition)

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2025/10/13

Welcome back to another episode of Motherloading with your hosts Nicky and Michelle - the podcast where no topic is off limits and nothing is too awkward to talk about. In this hilarious, brutally honest, and much-needed conversation, the duo dive deep into the world of sex, intimacy, and everything in between. From their early experiences and misconceptions growing up, to the reality of losing your spark after childbirth, Nicky and Michelle get real about how sex, confidence, and connection ...

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