Meet Emily, a working mum struggling to keep it all together whilst expanding her career and raising two young children. In this touching and relatable story, Emily’s world starts to crumble under the weight of endless responsibilities and a blind denial, until her son opens her eyes, helping her open up and find a way to reclaim her balance.

Your host shares her deeply personal story of battling postnatal anxiety, the sleepless nights, the paralysing fear, and the moment she finally reached out for help. This powerful yet hopeful episode is a reminder that speaking up can be the bravest step toward healing.

If you have a story you would like to share, we would love to hear from you, feel free to email us at mamasmessandmagic@gmail.com

With Love

Jen & Marina

In this special episode for Mental Health Awareness we introduce our mini 3 episode series and talk about the invisible mental load so many mothers carry. From the never-ending to-do lists to the constant pressure to keep it all together, we’re exploring how motherhood can take a toll on mental health and why opening up is the first step to finding strength.

How are you feeling today? Let us know in the comments.

Spoiler Alert! In this episode, we review the eye-opening TV program Adolescence and unpack its take on the hidden dangers of unsupervised tech use among young people.

Marina shares her insights on the recent acclaimed program and the need to bridge the generational disconnect between parents and teens, highlighting how digital exposure affects emotional processing.

Tune in for an honest conversation on how we can better understand and support our kids in today’s tech-driven world.

Have you seen the show? What did you think?

Drop a comment below.

Jen and Marina

Today is Mental Health Awareness Day, and we are tackling the all too familiar feeling of mum guilt. From the pressure to do it all to the nagging voice of self-doubt, it can feel relentless.

But not today, we are flipping the script and exploring the surprising power of smiling, self-care, and those so called ‘hippy’ things that can help us break the cycle of negative thoughts. Tune in for our take, practical tips, and a little reminder that taking care of you isn’t selfish... It is essential Mama!

What is the best, or worst thing your little has said to you to make the mum guilt worse? Share in the comments below or over on our @mamasmessandmagic IG page.

Jen & Marina

Zero judgement here!!

In this conversation we explore the complexities of screen time in the modern digital age, discussing its impact on children's attention spans, behaviour, and the challenges we all as parents face in finding a healthy balance.

We share personal experiences, strategies for setting boundaries, the importance of leading by example and the need for awareness of the potential negative effects of excessive screen time while acknowledging there are benefits screens can provide.

Ultimately, we emphasize the importance of creating healthy habits and engaging in family activities to foster a balanced lifestyle.

We want to hear from YOU ... what are your thoughts and feelings around this tricky subject, how are you approaching finding the balance with your families.. comment below or drop us an email at mamasmessandmagic@gmail.com

Thank you for listening.

Jen and Marina

Ever felt like if one more little hand touches you, you might burst? You're not alone!! In this episode, we’re diving into the very real and rarely talked about experience of being touched out or even Tapped Out as Jennifer described it in this episode, when constant physical contact, demands, and closeness become overwhelming.

We share honest reflections, relatable stories, and simple strategies to help you find space, regulate your nervous system, and reconnect with yourself and your little ones.

Love

Jen and Marina

Sleep deprivation is practically a rite of passage in mamahood, but just because it’s common doesn’t mean it’s easy!

In this episode, we are talking about the relentless exhaustion and night time battles that comes with our little humans.

• The struggles of sleep deprivation (it’s more than just missing hours!)
• The physical, emotional, and mental toll of long-term sleep deprivation
• Practical ways to survive the fog of exhaustion sharing our stories and some useful solutions

So if you are running on fumes, this one’s for you. Grab a coffee (or two), press play, and know you’re not alone in the exhaustion.

What’s the funniest thing tiredness has made you do?

• Put the remote in the fridge?
• Tried to unlock your house with a dummy?

Tell us your best sleep-deprived moments below or with a message on Instagram @mamasmessandmagic – we always love a laugh!