In this part of the conversation, the hosts welcome their guest, Aisha, and discuss a blog post she wrote about the challenges of motherhood. They talk about the criticism and judgment that mothers often face and the double standards they encounter. They also discuss the importance of support and understanding from partners and the need for balance and self-care in motherhood. The principal themes of the conversation are the challenges of balancing work and family life, the guilt and pressure felt by mothers to do it all, and the importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care. The conversation highlights the struggle of finding a balance between work and family responsibilities and the need for understanding and support from partners and employers. It also emphasizes the societal expectations placed on mothers to be constantly productive and the need to challenge these expectations. Overall, the conversation sheds light on the complex and multifaceted experiences of working mothers. The conversation revolves around the challenges and considerations of going back to work after having children. The participants discuss the high costs associated with products and services targeted at new parents and the feeling of being taken advantage of. They also explore the different experiences and decisions each person has made regarding their careers and balancing work and family life. The conversation ends with a discussion about setting boundaries and the importance of putting oneself first. In this part of the conversation, Aishat discusses how her daily routine has changed since becoming a stay-at-home mom. She talks about waking up early, working out, and taking naps. Giselle suggests getting help with cleaning and laundry, but Aishat feels guilty about it. They also discuss the frustration of having someone else clean and not meeting their expectations. They talk about the challenges of multitasking and feeling overwhelmed with all the tasks they have to do. They also mention how noise and distractions can affect their ability to focus. Overall, they share their experiences and frustrations as moms and the pressure to do everything. In this final part of the conversation, Aishat and Giselle discuss their experiences with passive-aggressive comments and judgment from others. They also talk about the importance of finding a supportive community and not comparing different parenting situations. The conversation takes a lighthearted turn as they reminisce about boy bands from the past. Amy shares her excitement about meeting one of the Backstreet Boys. Overall, the conversation highlights the challenges of motherhood, the need for understanding and support, and the joy of connecting with others.

Aishat is a British Nigerian who moved to America 4 years ago to be with her husband. She has a career as a Certified Orthoptist, helping to diagnose and manage eye movement problems for children and adults. A year ago she started a mom blog (The Good Mutha) after having 2 daughters of her own during COVID. Aishat experienced the many challenges that come with motherhood and the loneliness it can also bring. She started her blog to build a community for mothers who could share these challenges and have a place where they felt seen and supported. You can follow her for daily support, encouragement and relatable mom content at @thegoodmutha and subscribe for free to her weekly blog where she discusses the challenges and joys motherhood brings @ https://thegoodmutha.substack.com/

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