S1 EP 7 “Solo parenting, prolapse, getting back to yourself after babies and all your baby essentials”
Chaos with Karen and CiaraShow Notes
This week on Chaos with Karen and Ciara, we’re chatting about the realities of motherhood that don’t get talked about enough — from solo parenting and mental health, to getting back into sport and exercise after having babies. We have an honest conversation about prolapse, recovery after birth, and the pressure many women feel to “bounce back” physically and mentally after becoming mothers. We also discuss: navigating periods of solo parenting the impact motherhood can have on your mental health rebuilding confidence in your body after babies returning to exercise and sport realistically and our top recommendations for breastfeeding, bottle feeding and newborn essentials that genuinely make life easier This episode is full of honest chats, practical tips and reassurance for parents trying to navigate the chaos of early family life. As always — no judgement, just honesty
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