Welcome to Have It All, the podcast exploring the real-life challenges of balancing it all as a modern mum.
I’m Emily Parks, your host, who recently stepped b...
No one told me it would feel like this with Danny | mum of two & Baby Bunting regional manager
Before becoming a mum, Danny and her husband were living life to the fullest—careers they loved, a buzzing social life, friends, parties, and the kind of freedom you don’t realise you have until it’s gone. But nothing could have prepared her for the profound shift that motherhood would bring.Danny’s experience of becoming a mum was not just life-changing—it was earth-shattering. A deeply traumatic birth left her with PTSD, and the emotional intensity of motherhood hit harder than she ever imagined. She had an unshakable bond with her child, but navigating the rollercoaster of emotions, identity shifts, and the pressure to return to work was overwhelming.In this episode, we dive into:🧡 The identity shift that comes with becoming a mum🧡 The pressure to balance work and family (without losing yourself)🧡 How to navigate judgment—from others and yourself🧡 Why self-trust is the key to surviving the chaos🧡 The emotional impact of parenting decisions and why grace is essentialWhether you’re in the thick of raising little ones, transitioning back to work, or just trying to figure it all out, this conversation is for you.LINKSRead: The Child in You: The Breakthrough Method for Bringing Out Your Authentic Self by Stefanie StahlFollow @haveitall.podcast on IG & TikTok
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The stress factor with Lisa Walker | head of education & product development at BePure & Eve Wellness
Feeling burned out, stretched thin, or stuck in survival mode? In this episode, I chat with Lisa Walker, a qualified nutritionist, about the everyday challenges facing busy women—particularly mums—and how stress, nutrition, and self-care all play a role in reclaiming health and energy.
Lisa shares practical tips for eating well as a family, the importance of postpartum recovery, and why small lifestyle changes can have a profound impact on gut health, sleep, and overall wellbeing.
Whether you're navigating motherhood, balancing work and life, or just looking for ways to feel better in your body, this conversation offers relatable insights and actionable advice to help you thrive.
Tune in for an honest and heartwarming discussion on finding joy, avoiding burnout, and making your health a priority—one small change at a time.
LINKS
Listen to The Nutrition Classroom by BePure with Lisa Walker
Follow Have It All on IG or TikTok @haveitall.podcast
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Sometimes you just need your mum with Eryn | marketing manager and mum of one
In this episode of Have It All, Emily sits down with Erin to explore the emotional realities of becoming a parent and balancing a career. They discuss the often-overwhelming transition back to work, managing feelings of guilt, and navigating lack of family support during early parenthood.
Erin opens up about the isolating experience of being the first in her friend group to have a baby. She reflects on the emotional weight of tackling major parenting challenges without a village, and how this can leave new parents feeling alone with their struggles.
This heartfelt conversation sheds light on the harsh yet transformative realities of early parenthood and emphasises the importance of community, self-care, and redefining personal fulfilment while navigating the demands of work and family.
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Returning to work with Rebekah Fraser, founder of The Back to Work Coach
In this episode, I sit down with Rebekah Fraser, The Back To Work Coach, to explore the crucial steps for navigating parental leave and career breaks. We discuss key moments to plan for—starting before you're even pregnant—and how to approach conversations with your employer about taking time off.
Rebekah shares her expert insights on overcoming self-doubt and negative self-talk, redefining success on your terms, and finding ways for dads to take on more of the mental load. Whether you're a parent, planning to be, or simply navigating work-life balance, this episode is packed with actionable advice and thoughtful guidance to help you thrive both at work and at home.
LINKS
Rebekah's website: https://www.thebacktoworkcoach.com/
Follow Have It All podcast on IG @haveitall.podcast
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Parenting through grief with Kelsey | Programme Manager & mum of one
In this heartfelt episode, Kelsey shares her journey of navigating grief after losing her dad just seven weeks into her pregnancy. She reflects on how this loss has shaped her approach to motherhood and the intentional steps she and her husband have taken to create greater equality at home, particularly around childcare and the mental load.
Kelsey also opens up about the tough decision to step away from her teaching career after having her son, explaining how the demands of full-time work and a young baby felt impossible to balance.
Links:
Fair Play by Eve Rodsky: A Game-Changing Solution for When You Have Too Much to Do (and More Life to Live)
Follow @haveitall.podcast on IG & TikTok
Content Warning: This episode includes discussions about grief and loss.
Welcome to Have It All, the podcast exploring the real-life challenges of balancing it all as a modern mum.
I’m Emily Parks, your host, who recently stepped back from working full-time to catch a break. I'll discuss the highs and lows of 'doing it all,' sharing my journey and chatting with other women navigating the same challenges.
We’ll tackle the tough conversations that often go unspoken—because let's be real, it's not easy, and sometimes it can feel like you're failing. But guess what? You're not alone.
So, tune in and let's discover what it really means to 'have it all.'
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