I'm back, and while I was away, I gave birth to a beautiful baby boy, my second born.This birth was different. I felt more in control and prepared for this new addition to my family. In this episode, I take you with me through my birth story through phone recordings that I kept for the first month of his life. Experience my story with me Pod's links Website: mamatalespodcast.com Instagram: @mamatalespodcast &amp; @sallymugure Newsletter: Mama Tales - Behind The Mic YouTube: Mama Tales Podcast Email: mamatalespod@gmail.comShare your story! Fill this out

I'm back, and while I was away, I gave birth to a beautiful baby boy, my second born. This birth was different. I felt more in control and prepared for this new addition to my family. In this episode, I take you with me through my birth story through phone recordings that I kept for the first month of his life. Experience my story with me Pod's links Website: <a href="https://mamatalespodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mamatalespodcast.com</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mamatalespodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@mamatalespodcast</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallymugure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sallymugure</a> Newsletter: <a href="https://mamatalesafterhours.substack.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mama Tales - Behind The Mic</a> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXW005KqLkgz-Ka66EWCqng" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mama Tales Podcast</a> Email: mamatalespod@gmail.com Share your story! <a href="https://mugure.typeform.com/to/p55XZx4c" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fill this out</a>

Second Time Round - A Birth Story

Jane always wanted to become a mother. She wanted to become a mother so bad that she visited many doctors to make sure that all was right for her to conceive. Why was this important for her? Well, she knew motherhood wasn't a guarantee, but her biggest driving force was so that she can show that a mother doesn't have to be brutal, like the mother she grew up with. Pod's linksWebsite: mamatalespodcast.comInstagram: @mamatalespodcast &amp; @sallymugureNewsletter: Mama Tales - Behind The MicYouTube: Mama Tales PodcastEmail: mamatalespod@gmail.comShare your story! Fill this out

Jane always wanted to become a mother. She wanted to become a mother so bad that she visited many doctors to make sure that all was right for her to conceive. Why was this important for her? Well, she knew motherhood wasn't a guarantee, but her biggest driving force was so that she can show that a mother doesn't have to be brutal, like the mother she grew up with. Pod's links Website: <a href="https://mamatalespodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mamatalespodcast.com</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mamatalespodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@mamatalespodcast</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallymugure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sallymugure</a> Newsletter: <a href="https://mamatalesafterhours.substack.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mama Tales - Behind The Mic</a> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXW005KqLkgz-Ka66EWCqng" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mama Tales Podcast</a> Email: mamatalespod@gmail.com Share your story! <a href="https://mugure.typeform.com/to/p55XZx4c" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fill this out</a>

I Am Not My Mother

Motherhood comes with its won share of struggles, and one that is often overlooked is how easy it is for us to lose ourselves and identity and instead focus on our children.Our story teller, Sly shares about her journey of self discovery and motherhood, that came with its own share of ups and downs. Link to her blog: https://vesseloflifesite.wordpress.com/Pod's linksWebsite: mamatalespodcast.comInstagram: @mamatalespodcast &amp; @sallymugureNewsletter: Mama Tales - Behind The MicYouTube: Mama Tales PodcastEmail: mamatalespod@gmail.comShare your story! Fill this out

Motherhood comes with its won share of struggles, and one that is often overlooked is how easy it is for us to lose ourselves and identity and instead focus on our children. Our story teller, Sly shares about her journey of self discovery and motherhood, that came with its own share of ups and downs. Link to her blog: <a href="https://vesseloflifesite.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://vesseloflifesite.wordpress.com/</a> Pod's links Website: <a href="https://mamatalespodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mamatalespodcast.com</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mamatalespodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@mamatalespodcast</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallymugure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sallymugure</a> Newsletter: <a href="https://mamatalesafterhours.substack.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mama Tales - Behind The Mic</a> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXW005KqLkgz-Ka66EWCqng" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mama Tales Podcast</a> Email: mamatalespod@gmail.com Share your story! <a href="https://mugure.typeform.com/to/p55XZx4c" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fill this out</a>

The Road to Finding Yourself

Unfortunately, there won't be a new episode out. I am working on a story that still requires bit of time, so please bear with me Pod's links Website: mamatalespodcast.com Instagram: @mamatalespodcast &amp; @sallymugure Newsletter: Mama Tales - Behind The Mic YouTube: Mama Tales Podcast Email: mamatalespod@gmail.comShare your story! Fill this out

Unfortunately, there won't be a new episode out. I am working on a story that still requires bit of time, so please bear with me  Pod's links Website: <a href="https://mamatalespodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mamatalespodcast.com</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mamatalespodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@mamatalespodcast</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallymugure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sallymugure</a> Newsletter: <a href="https://mamatalesafterhours.substack.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mama Tales - Behind The Mic</a> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXW005KqLkgz-Ka66EWCqng" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mama Tales Podcast</a> Email: mamatalespod@gmail.com Share your story! <a href="https://mugure.typeform.com/to/p55XZx4c" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fill this out</a>

Episode Announcement

In this first special episode, I explore the philosophy of baby led weaning by sharing my own journey with special help from Jenny Best, the founder of Solid Starts, a platform that teaches us how to introduce real food to our babies.Are you curious about BLW? The is the episode for you!Huge thanks to Jenny Best for sharing her time and expertise and agreeing to be part of this episode Check out Solid Starts for all you need to know about Baby Led Weaning and so much more. Follow them on Instagram as well: @solidstartsLinks: Website: mamatalespodcast.com Instagram: @mamatalespodcast &amp; @sallymugure Newsletter: Mama Tales - Behind The Mic YouTube: Mama Tales Podcast Email: mamatalespod@gmail.comShare your story! Fill this out

In this first special episode, I explore the philosophy of baby led weaning by sharing my own journey with special help from Jenny Best, the founder of Solid Starts, a platform that teaches us how to introduce real food to our babies. Are you curious about BLW? The is the episode for you! Huge thanks to Jenny Best for sharing her time and expertise and agreeing to be part of this episode Check out <a href="http://solidstarts.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Solid Start</a>s for all you need to know about Baby Led Weaning and so much more. Follow them on Instagram as well: <a href="https://instagram.com/solidstarts?utm_medium=copy_link" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@solidstarts</a> Links: Website: <a href="https://mamatalespodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mamatalespodcast.com</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mamatalespodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@mamatalespodcast</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallymugure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sallymugure</a> Newsletter: <a href="https://mamatalesafterhours.substack.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mama Tales - Behind The Mic</a> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXW005KqLkgz-Ka66EWCqng" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mama Tales Podcast</a> Email: mamatalespod@gmail.com Share your story! <a href="https://mugure.typeform.com/to/p55XZx4c" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fill this out</a>

SPECIAL : What's The Fuss About Baby Led Weaning

Today's episode features a story from Zain Nasser, a long time marketing guru whose kids inspired her to start a play revolution, encouraging parents to allow their children to explore the world through play.Check out  &amp; follow Zain's  instagram page : @playroom.kePod's links Website: mamatalespodcast.com Instagram: @mamatalespodcast &amp; @sallymugure Newsletter: Mama Tales - Behind The Mic YouTube: Mama Tales Podcast Email: mamatalespod@gmail.comShare your story! Fill this out

Today's episode features a story from Zain Nasser, a long time marketing guru whose kids inspired her to start a play revolution, encouraging parents to allow their children to explore the world through play. Check out  &amp; follow Zain's  instagram page : <a href="https://www.instagram.com/playroom.ke/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@playroom.ke</a> Pod's links Website: <a href="https://mamatalespodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mamatalespodcast.com</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mamatalespodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@mamatalespodcast</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallymugure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sallymugure</a> Newsletter: <a href="https://mamatalesafterhours.substack.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mama Tales - Behind The Mic</a> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXW005KqLkgz-Ka66EWCqng" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mama Tales Podcast</a> Email: mamatalespod@gmail.com Share your story! <a href="https://mugure.typeform.com/to/p55XZx4c" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fill this out</a>

Play is the Work of the Child

Have you ever wondered how life is like for a working mum? This weeks episode features  a story from Anita, a working mum who has had to struggle with chasing a career and caring for a daughter in an environment that isn't too considerate to women in her position- new mothers.Check her out on Instagram : @talesofaworkingmum_kePod's linksWebsite: mamatalespodcast.comInstagram: @mamatalespodcast &amp; @sallymugureNewsletter: Mama Tales - Behind The MicYouTube: Mama Tales PodcastEmail: mamatalespod@gmail.comShare your story! Fill this out

Have you ever wondered how life is like for a working mum? This weeks episode features  a story from Anita, a working mum who has had to struggle with chasing a career and caring for a daughter in an environment that isn't too considerate to women in her position- new mothers. Check her out on Instagram : <a href="https://instagram.com/anitah_ke?utm_medium=copy_link" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@talesofaworkingmum_ke</a> Pod's links Website: <a href="https://mamatalespodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mamatalespodcast.com</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mamatalespodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@mamatalespodcast</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallymugure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sallymugure</a> Newsletter: <a href="https://mamatalesafterhours.substack.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mama Tales - Behind The Mic</a> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXW005KqLkgz-Ka66EWCqng" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mama Tales Podcast</a> Email: mamatalespod@gmail.com Share your story! <a href="https://mugure.typeform.com/to/p55XZx4c" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fill this out</a>

Tales of a Working Mum

The podcast is back!In this first episode, we hear from Mary Gititu, a mother &amp; author who found herself pregnant at 19 and in what she thought was a stable relationship. In an effort to advance in her career later on in life, she found herself in being a long distance parent from Wuhan, China and her stay ultimately prolonged by this novel and deadly virus,  COVID -19 that was later declared a global pandemic.Links:Mary's personal Instagram: @shirogitituMamma Toto's Instagram: @mamma_totoLink to her ebook on Amazon:  Broken Vessel: Buy herePodcast linksPod's insta: @mamatalespodcastMy insta: @sallymugureWebsite: mamatalespodcast.comEmail: mamatalespod@gmail.comShare your story today! Fill this form out

The podcast is back! In this first episode, we hear from Mary Gititu, a mother &amp; author who found herself pregnant at 19 and in what she thought was a stable relationship. In an effort to advance in her career later on in life, she found herself in being a long distance parent from Wuhan, China and her stay ultimately prolonged by this novel and deadly virus,  COVID -19 that was later declared a global pandemic. Links:Mary's personal Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shirogititu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@shirogititu</a>Mamma Toto's Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mamma_toto/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@mamma_toto</a>Link to her ebook on Amazon:  Broken Vessel: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/BROKEN-VESSEL-MARY-GITITU-ebook/dp/B094HH7CCT/ref=sr_1_9?crid=18J04FZIIL2FA&amp;keywords=broken+vessel&amp;qid=1643396428&amp;s=books&amp;sprefix=broken+vessel%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C397&amp;sr=1-9" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Buy here</a> Podcast linksPod's insta: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mamatalespodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@mamatalespodcast</a>My insta: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallymugure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sallymugure</a>Website: <a href="https://mamatalespodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mamatalespodcast.com</a>Email: mamatalespod@gmail.com Share your story today! <a href="https://ot62x656jj4.typeform.com/to/fyIWZqCr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fill this form out</a>

From Early Age Motherhood to Being Locked Down in Wuhan, China

This is a reading of a recent post published on my website : mamatalespodcast.comUnfortunately, a lot of us struggle with our weight during pregnancy and after birth. I know I did, and this story in how I went from being obsessed with my weight to understanding how insignificant it was in the grander scheme of thingsClick this to read it This is a bonus episode. More will be published here in due time as I work on season two. There will be no positing schedule for these bonus episodes so follow me on Instagram (@mamatalespodcast) and sign up to the newsletter (website) to know when one comes around...EnjoyI am working on season two, yaaay! I am looking for mums who want to share their stories, so if this is you, fill out this quick little form

This is a reading of a recent post published on my website : <a href="https://mamatalespodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mamatalespodcast.com</a> Unfortunately, a lot of us struggle with our weight during pregnancy and after birth. I know I did, and this story in how I went from being obsessed with my weight to understanding how insignificant it was in the grander scheme of things <a href="https://mamatalespodcast.com/blog/why-i-dont-weigh-myself-anymore" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click this to read it</a> This is a bonus episode. More will be published here in due time as I work on season two. There will be no positing schedule for these bonus episodes so follow me on Instagram (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/mamatalespodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@mamatalespodcast</a>) and sign up to the newsletter (<a href="https://mamatalespodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>) to know when one comes around... Enjoy I am working on season two, yaaay! I am looking for mums who want to share their stories, so if this is you, fill out this quick little <a href="https://ot62x656jj4.typeform.com/to/fyIWZqCr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">form</a>

FROM THE BLOG: Why I Don't Weigh Myself Anymore

In this episode, we pick up from last time and listen to Nicole's home birth. Happy listeningTo contact me:Instagram@mamatalespodcast@sallymugureEmailmamatalespod@gmail.comWebsite:mamatalespodcast.com

In this episode, we pick up from last time and listen to Nicole's home birth. Happy listening To contact me: Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mamatalespodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@mamatalespodcast</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallymugure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sallymugure</a> Email mamatalespod@gmail.com Website: <a href="http://mamatalespodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mamatalespodcast.com</a>

Pregnancy Is A State Of Wellness - Part 2

What started on my Instagram as an occasional storytelling session on life as a new mum has turned into a podcast where more mothers can share their stories and experiences as they navigate motherhood. Mama Tales is here to bring relatable and realistic content to parents adjusting to this new journey!

In this episode, we will hear from Nicole, a child birth educator and pain and fear management practitioner based in Nairobi Kenya. She also has a podcast, Back to Basics that shares refreshing and honest conversations to redefine motherhoodIn this first part of her story, she talks about following her passion of child birth and how that has led her to helping mothers trust their bodies during this transformative moment.In the next episode, we will hear her own pregnancy and birth journey, where she deliver her baby at home with her husband.Important links:Nicole's Podcast: Back to Basics by Ruby MamasNicole's Insta: @ruby.mamasYou too can share your story on the podcast, remember, your story is powerful. How?Fill out this form (you can find the link to it on my website too ): Email me: mamatalespod@gmail.comWebsite: mamatalespodcast.comInstagram: mamatalespodcast

In this episode, we will hear from Nicole, a child birth educator and pain and fear management practitioner based in Nairobi Kenya. She also has a podcast, Back to Basics that shares refreshing and honest conversations to redefine motherhood In this first part of her story, she talks about following her passion of child birth and how that has led her to helping mothers trust their bodies during this transformative moment. In the next episode, we will hear her own pregnancy and birth journey, where she deliver her baby at home with her husband. Important links: Nicole's Podcast: <a href="https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/3324314" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Back to Basics by Ruby Mamas</a> Nicole's Insta: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ruby.mamas/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@ruby.mamas</a> You too can share your story on the podcast, remember, your story is powerful. How? Fill out this form (you can find the link to it on my website too ): Email me: mamatalespod@gmail.com Website: <a href="https://mamatalespodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mamatalespodcast.com</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mamatalespodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mamatalespodcast</a>

Pregnancy Is A State of Wellness - Part 1

In this week's episode, we get to hear from Edna. She is an amazing mum of two and she talks about how to navigate life when introducing a new child to the family.Want to share your story on the podcast? You can do that by filling out this short form:Contact me:Instagram: mamatalespodcast or sallymugureEmail: mamatalespod@gmail.com

In this week's episode, we get to hear from Edna. She is an amazing mum of two and she talks about how to navigate life when introducing a new child to the family. Want to share your story on the podcast? You can do that by filling out this short form: Contact me: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mamatalespodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mamatalespodcast</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallymugure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sallymugure</a> Email: mamatalespod@gmail.com

You Only Struggle For A Season

If this episode doesn't put a smile on your face, I'm not sure what will.In this episode, we get to hear from Christine Namara, a single mum raising a very confident and hilarious son.  She had a very holistic pregnancy, choosing to go through it with a midwife and doula instead of going to a hospital. If you are interested in reaching out to her midwife, please check out Eve's MamaYou too can be part of the podcast,  here's how:Fill out this quick form: Story submission formEmail: mamatalespod@gmail.comInstagram DM: mamatalespodcastYour story is powerful!

If this episode doesn't put a smile on your face, I'm not sure what will. In this episode, we get to hear from Christine Namara, a single mum raising a very confident and hilarious son.  She had a very holistic pregnancy, choosing to go through it with a midwife and doula instead of going to a hospital. If you are interested in reaching out to her midwife, please check out <a href="https://evesmama.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Eve's Mama</a> You too can be part of the podcast,  here's how: Fill out this quick form: <a href="https://ot62x656jj4.typeform.com/to/fyIWZqCr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Story submission form</a> Email: mamatalespod@gmail.com Instagram DM: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mamatalespodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mamatalespodcast</a> Your story is powerful!

There is Nothing Singular About My Journey 

This episode shares the conclusion to Linda's Story. If you haven't listen to episode 7, I would advice you listen to that first, then come back here.SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTMama Tales has a website and Instagram page. Take sometime to look at them and join the community onlineWebsite: mamatalespodcast.comInstagram: @mamatalespodcastEmail: mamatalespod@gmail.comPersonal Insta: @sallymugureIf you want to share your story on the podcast,  feel free to reach out on any of the channels listed above!

This episode shares the conclusion to Linda's Story. If you haven't listen to episode 7, I would advice you listen to that first, then come back here. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT Mama Tales has a website and Instagram page. Take sometime to look at them and join the community online Website: <a href="http://mamatalespodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mamatalespodcast.com</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mamatalespodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@mamatalespodcast</a> Email: mamatalespod@gmail.com Personal Insta: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallymugure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sallymugure</a> If you want to share your story on the podcast,  feel free to reach out on any of the channels listed above!

A Lonely Pregnancy, A Tough Recovery and Finding My Son's Voice - Part 2

In this episode, we listen to Linda who looks back at her four year journey as a mother. She found out that she was pregnant unexpectedly, and like many mothers out there, abortion came to mind. This might be a trigger for some, so please have that in mind as you listen to this episode.In spite of having an  'easy'  but lonely pregnancy, her recovery journey proved to be tougher than she expected. In addition to that, she had to help her son find his voice in a world that told him he could not speak.Part two of her story  will be released in the next episode.To have your story on this podcast or provide feedback/queriesInstagram : @sallymugureEmail: mamatalespod@gmail.com

In this episode, we listen to Linda who looks back at her four year journey as a mother. She found out that she was pregnant unexpectedly, and like many mothers out there, abortion came to mind. This might be a trigger for some, so please have that in mind as you listen to this episode.In spite of having an  'easy'  but lonely pregnancy, her recovery journey proved to be tougher than she expected. In addition to that, she had to help her son find his voice in a world that told him he could not speak.Part two of her story  will be released in the next episode.To have your story on this podcast or provide feedback/queriesInstagram : <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallymugure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sallymugure</a>Email: mamatalespod@gmail.com

A Lonely Pregnancy, A Tough Recovery & Finding My Son's Voice - Part 1

In this episode, I reflect on  a number of things that have been on my mind so far. I talk about my fears as a mum and the wins I feel I have achieved so far.I talk about sharing a recording I made about experiencing burnout, but when I was editing this episode, I listened back to it and I sounded so sad. I felt triggered sharing it. For now, let it sit pretty in my laptop until I feel like listening to it and sharing it, if necessary.Thanks for listening to this episode and we will be back to regular programming by listening to another mama in the next episode!If you want to be part of this podcast, you can reach me on:Instagram DM : @sallymugureEmail: mamatalespod@gmail.com

In this episode, I reflect on  a number of things that have been on my mind so far. I talk about my fears as a mum and the wins I feel I have achieved so far. I talk about sharing a recording I made about experiencing burnout, but when I was editing this episode, I listened back to it and I sounded so sad. I felt triggered sharing it. For now, let it sit pretty in my laptop until I feel like listening to it and sharing it, if necessary. Thanks for listening to this episode and we will be back to regular programming by listening to another mama in the next episode! If you want to be part of this podcast, you can reach me on: Instagram DM : <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallymugure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sallymugure</a> Email: mamatalespod@gmail.com

Reflection: My Current Fears & Achievements 

In this episode, you will get to hear from my husband and father to our little girl. He talks about how much he values family, his fears around raising a girl and how the pandemic &amp; working from home has given him the opportunity to be fully present in our daughter's life.Happy Father's Day to all dads out there!To contact me:Instagram DM : @sallymugureEmail: mamatalespod@gmail.com

In this episode, you will get to hear from my husband and father to our little girl. He talks about how much he values family, his fears around raising a girl and how the pandemic &amp; working from home has given him the opportunity to be fully present in our daughter's life. Happy Father's Day to all dads out there! To contact me: Instagram DM : <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallymugure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sallymugure</a> Email: mamatalespod@gmail.com

Father's Day Special - Being a Present Dad

In this episode, we get to listen to Ruth, a mum whose journey into motherhood was not the smoothest. She shares on her experience with hyperemesis gravidarum (severe morning sickness) and having to deal with an unwell newborn.Resources &amp; Links in the podThe Playroom Ke on InstagramYou too can share your story on the podcast, just reach out to me on:Instagram - @sallymugure Email - mamatalespod@gmail.com

In this episode, we get to listen to Ruth, a mum whose journey into motherhood was not the smoothest. She shares on her experience with hyperemesis gravidarum (severe morning sickness) and having to deal with an unwell newborn. Resources &amp; Links in the pod<a href="https://instagram.com/playroom.ke?utm_medium=copy_link" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Playroom Ke</a> on Instagram You too can share your story on the podcast, just reach out to me on:Instagram - <a href="https://instagram.com/sallymugure?utm_medium=copy_link" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sallymugure</a> Email - mamatalespod@gmail.com

From Severe Morning Sickness To Dealing With The Unexpected

In this episode, I pick up the story from last time and talk about my labor and birth experience. This one was a hard one for me. There was quite a lot that happened unexpectedly and I had to deal with my body's struggle to heal after birthing an entire human being!Hope you enjoy it, let me know if you do..I thrive on feedbackHere are links to everything I mentioned in this episodeMy Mother's Day gift:  Artwork by Wanja Githua , you can check out her work on Insta: @wanja_githuaPencil sketch of baby : Artwork by Pencil Master Kenya, Insta @ pencilmaster_kenyaBirthday cake:   Phillip Kombo of  @okameansbake. He bakes and designs amazing cakes &amp; breadsThe birth class I attended:  It was run by Totocare box. These guys are really cool, they do a lot for the less privileged mums as well. Bought my Moses basket from here too. Lactation consultant: Her name is Ciru Ciera. She is a doula and lactation specialist. She is a really amazing lady! You can find her channel Nurturing Mums on YouTube &amp; follow her on Insta @ciruciera_doulaYou can reach me onInstagram: @sallymugureEmail: mamatalespod@gmail.com

In this episode, I pick up the story from last time and talk about my labor and birth experience. This one was a hard one for me. There was quite a lot that happened unexpectedly and I had to deal with my body's struggle to heal after birthing an entire human being!Hope you enjoy it, let me know if you do..I thrive on feedback Here are links to everything I mentioned in this episodeMy Mother's Day gift:  Artwork by Wanja Githua , you can check out her work on Insta: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wanja_githua/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@wanja_githua</a> Pencil sketch of baby : Artwork by Pencil Master Kenya, Insta <a href="https://instagram.com/pencilmaster_kenya?utm_medium=copy_link" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@ pencilmaster_kenya</a>Birthday cake:   Phillip Kombo of  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/okameansbake/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@okameansbake</a>. He bakes and designs amazing cakes &amp; breadsThe birth class I attended:  It was run by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/totocarebox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Totocare box</a>. These guys are really cool, they do a lot for the less privileged mums as well. Bought my Moses basket from here too. Lactation consultant: Her name is Ciru Ciera. She is a doula and lactation specialist. She is a really amazing lady! You can find her channel <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClPgZuO-hNCuXmZvMihesMA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nurturing Mums</a> on YouTube &amp; follow her on Insta <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ciruciera_doula/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@ciruciera_doula</a> You can reach me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallymugure/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@sallymugure</a> Email: mamatalespod@gmail.com

My Labor & Birth Experience

To celebrate Mother's Day  and the launch of this podcast, I'll be talking about my journey into motherhood!In this episode, I talk about my struggle of trying to have it all. I go into the reasons I had to quit my full time job while also trying to find the perfect balance between a fulfilling career and raising a family as the primary care giver. I also talk about the guilt that I felt when I realised I'd be bringing my baby into a sick world #Pandemic!!Follow me on Instagram @sallymugure for more Mama Tales content. Send a DM my way if you want to share your story on the podcast!!

To celebrate Mother's Day  and the launch of this podcast, I'll be talking about my journey into motherhood! In this episode, I talk about my struggle of trying to have it all. I go into the reasons I had to quit my full time job while also trying to find the perfect balance between a fulfilling career and raising a family as the primary care giver.  I also talk about the guilt that I felt when I realised I'd be bringing my baby into a sick world #Pandemic!! Follow me on Instagram @sallymugure for more Mama Tales content. Send a DM my way if you want to share your story on the podcast!!

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