Ten Lessons I Learnt During My First Ten Years Of Motherhood

This week’s episode is all about motherhood. Following her son’s recent birthday, Kelsey reflects on the ten key lessons she has learnt time and time again following her first ten years of motherhood, touching on everything from mom guilt to mom comparison, prioritising yourself and finding time to be present amongst the chaos. Kelsey also shares a heartfelt poem she originally started writing when her son turned four.  

0:30 - Life update from Kelsey 
2:30 - Episode introduction 
2:50 - Motherhood poem
6:35 - Prioritize postpartum mental health 
9:25 - Self care is not selfish
11:10 - Be where your feet are
14:57 - You know your child best 
19:33 - Never be the first one to let go of a hug 
21:47 - Say yes as much as possible 
27:03 - Going outside is always a good idea 
28:35 - Messing up does not make you a bad mom
31:19 - Mom-parission will drive you mad & your experience is valid 
34:46 - A lasting memory always begins with being present, there is magic in the mundane
38:40 - Having gratitude for all the lessons learnt