The Night Feed

Author: Charlotte Smith

Hello new Mama, join me as I keep you company during those night feeds, talking all things new motherhood. I'll be chatting to mamas from all walks of life - whether they're thriving or feel like they're just surviving to show no matter what you're going through, we're all in this together! We chat, laugh...and sometimes cry whilst I discuss everything from birth and breastfeeding to life-changing hacks and embarrassing stories! Email thenightfeedpodcast@gmail.com if you have stories, tips or would like to be interviewed - I'd love to hear from you! If you're enjoying the podcast, feel free to buy me a coffee here: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenightfeed 
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Maternal Body Image, Mother-in-Law Boundaries & Postpartum Rage
Episode 14
Wednesday, 15 April, 2026

Welcome back to The Night Feed. In this episode I’m talking about some of the more emotional parts of early motherhood: postpartum body image, setting boundaries with family, and the rise of something many mums are quietly experiencing: postpartum rage.I share a listener email about struggling with maternal self-image after having a baby. Even after a healthy pregnancy, body changes, constant hunger from breastfeeding, and lack of time can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself. I talk through practical, realistic ways to feel more like you again without pressure or unrealistic expectations.We also dive into a situation so many mums will recognise: a mother-in-law posting photos of your baby on social media without asking. If you’ve ever felt uncomfortable setting boundaries or worried about upsetting family, we talk about how to handle it clearly, calmly, and without guilt.In this week’s trending topic, I talk about postpartum rage and why so many mums are talking about it right now, what it actually is, and how overwhelm, mental load, and lack of rest can show up as anger. If you’ve ever felt snappy, overstimulated, or not quite like yourself, this part will resonate.This episode is here to remind you that you’re not alone in how you’re feeling.You’re not failing. You’re just carrying a lot.Support the showTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenightfeed