Show Notes
Trigger Warning: This episode contains conversations around miscarriage and abortion that some listeners may find upsetting.
In this episode, Keelin speaks to artist Siobhán Lynch (BABA), who opens up about her journey through music and motherhood. Siobhán shares her experiences of singing and recording her new album Truth while pregnant, the influence of live gigs on her music, and the profound grief of giving birth to a stillborn. She talks candidly about navigating postnatal anxiety and depression, breastfeeding challenges, baby first aid fears, co-sleeping, routines, and the joys of raising her daughter, Minnie.
This episode is a heartfelt conversation about healing, hope, and finding strength through both music and motherhood.Mother is brought to you with thanks to Dairylea cheese. Set them free with Dairylea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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