“Who Am I Now?” – Rediscovering Myself After Motherhood & Divorce
Ep 1: Reclaiming My Identity After Motherhood & Divorce
In today’s episode, I’m getting real about how I lost myself in early motherhood — and what it took to start finding my way back. I open up about the moment I realised I was deeply unhappy in my marriage, how turning 30 during lockdown triggered a major life shift, and why learning to prioritise myself was the most powerful (and hardest) thing I’ve ever done.
We talk about:
The subtle ways we lose our identity in motherhood
How I went from “mum mode” to “rediscovering Maggie”
The role hobbies played in rebuilding my sense of self
Why your story outside of motherhood matters (and why your kids need to see it!)
The moment a throwaway comment from a teenager inspired a memoir — and how it made me think differently about what we pass down to our children
Plus, I share how this podcast and the Not Just A Mum community came to be — and how you can get involved.
💌 Resources Mentioned:
If you’re currently wondering “Who even am I anymore?”, you’re not alone.
We’ve put together a free journal prompt download and an article to help you explore that question with compassion and curiosity.
Download your free Who Am I? journal + read the article here.
💬 Listener Takeaway:
Motherhood may change us, but it doesn’t erase who we are. If you’ve ever found yourself introducing your identity through job titles or parenting roles, this episode is your gentle reminder that there is so much more to you.
Takeaway this truth: You don’t need to go back to who you were — you’re allowed to grow into who you’re becoming.
Whether you're just starting to explore who you are outside of “mum” or you're deep in the rediscovery phase, you're not alone — and your journey is valid.
🎧 Listen to the Episode Now:
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Remember, you’re not just a mum. You’re a whole, evolving woman with dreams, hobbies, stories, and spark — and it’s time you took up space again.
Your permission slip for today?
It’s ok if you want to build something for yourself, too.