Hug the Mother

Somebody's Virtuous Woman

In this episode I share my sobering thoughts as we celebrated my firstborn turning one, and where my head was at as we acknowledged this milestone. I also share some tips that help me to run my home, as well as the impact our level of responsibility as wives in the home can have on our husbands. The legendary Proverbs 31 woman also makes an appearance in this episode as I unpack what it means to be a virtuous woman in today's context.

Hug the Mother

Let's talk about friendship! Sometimes wifehood, motherhood and any new chapter in life can come with a shedding of friendships, or just a change in your dynamic - let's talk about it! Tune in for a conversation on pruning, life changes and the loneliness that you can experience in motherhood or even in marriage. I also share my tips on how to have intentional friendships and how to look for signs in your relationships.

Women: Carriers of Destiny

Let's dive into the role of a woman as an incubator of destinies. In this episode I share some research on the changes a woman's body goes through when she's pregnant, and some of the sacrifices we have to make when baby arrives. I also about how women are carries of their husband's legacies, and the dynamic of husband and wife as Christ intended it to be. Let's get into it!

The Sober Side of Motherhood

There is more to motherhood than cute babies and baby clothing - we are stewarding destinies. Let's talk about how consumerism feasts off the anxiety and excitement of expecting mothers, how feeling inadequate and ill-prepared can fuel pre and post-partum anxiety, and ways to avoid this. I also delve into the motherhood mindset and the importance of living with an awareness that God has fashioned ours and our children's days. In your overwhelmed and unsure moments, remember that He is Lord and He has fashioned your days.

Groundhog Day: The Newborn Stage

Let's talk about the new-born stage lads. The sleepless nights, the first time alone with your baby, and what a version of motherhood can look like without a 'village'. Grab a cuppa and a snack - let's get into it.