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Let's Be Real: Mama JourneysAuthor: Nikki Brooker
Motherhood is hard. We don't allow moms to be real about their feelings, frustrations and needs. You can read about child psychology and human development but the REAL stuff comes when you live it. The mamas you will hear from in this podcast are real. They have struggled, had their share of hard times but also amazing mama moments. These interviews are meant to inspire, educate and entertain while giving you the opportunity to hear things that will make you think, "I get it." Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Kids & Family, Mental Health, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Let's Be Real - Mama Journeys - Episode 195 W/Shannon Harrell
Episode 195
Monday, 4 May, 2026
What happens when motherhood doesn't look anything like you expected? In this episode of Let's Be Real: Mama Journeys, Nikki sits down with Shannon Harrell, a mom of four, including triplets born prematurely, to talk about the reality behind the highlight reel. From navigating infertility and IVF, to the emotional rollercoaster of the NICU, to going from one child to four overnight, Shannon shares a story that is raw, honest, and deeply relatable. This conversation dives into the parts of motherhood we don't talk about enough. The grief that can exist alongside joy. The identity shift that happens when you don't feel like a "mom" yet. The moments of complete depletion when you have nothing left to give. And the powerful reminder that even the most experienced caregivers don't have it all figured out. You'll also hear about the importance of community, what it really means to accept help, and why creating safe spaces for moms to show up exactly as they are is life changing. If you've ever felt like you're supposed to have it all together but don't, this episode is for you. Because the truth is, none of us really know what we're doing… and that's exactly why we need each other.
