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The Mortgage Mum PodcastAuthor: Sarah Tucker
The Mortgage Mum Podcast.... where we believe mortgages are about more than just money. This podcast features helpful mortgage tips and advice, interviews with inspiring people inside and outside of the financial services industry and tools to help you achieve balance in every area of your life. We will demystify mortgages, and you will learn about the law of attraction, money mindset, my experience on The Voice UK and so much more. Language: en Genres: Business, Entrepreneurship Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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M's The Word | E8 Maternity Leave - The Truth About What to Expect!
Episode 8
Monday, 6 April, 2026
Maternity leave is often painted as a dreamy, slow, joy-filled chapter… but the reality can look very different. In this conversation, four mums share the honest truth about maternity leave — from the emotional highs and lows to the financial pressure that so many women aren't prepared for. A recent survey found that 62% of women severely underestimated the financial impact of maternity leave, and more than half returned to work earlier than planned because of money. So why aren't we talking about this more openly? In this episode, we explore: The financial reality of maternity leave (especially for self-employed mums) Why so many women feel pressure to "enjoy every moment" The hidden emotional load: identity shifts, loneliness, and overwhelm The gap between what we see online vs real life Why more honest conversations around motherhood are needed This isn't about fear, it's about being informed, supported, and seen. If you're planning maternity leave, currently in it, or reflecting on your experience, this conversation will remind you that you're not alone. 💬 Let us know: What surprised you most about maternity leave?
