Jenny Keane - Self-connection and the pleasure mindset
In this episode of The Motherload, host Dominique McMullan sits down with holistic sex educator and new mum, Jenny Keane, better known as the “orgasm queen.” Beyond her famous workshops and Late Late Sex Toy Show, Jenny shares how motherhood has deepened her understanding of self-connection and body awareness. Together, they dismantle the productivity-obsessed culture and champion the “pleasure mindset”... the radical act of prioritising joy in everyday moments. From gentle postpartum practices to rebuilding intimacy with partners, Jenny offers wisdom that transcends the bedroom. The Motherload is powered by Peugeot, and sponsored by its4women, Avoca, and Liffey Valley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hannah Saunders and Sarah Battle - The real life, every day juggle - Live from Avoca
This week on The Motherload, Dominique sits down with Sarah Battle and Hannah Saunders at the first Motherload Live Event. Hannah is the founder of Hannah Saunders PR, and the definition of a powerhouse, balancing campaigns in Dublin, New York, and London while raising little Brody (and fur-mum duties for Chip!). Sarah is mum to five (yes, five!), a former Home Ec teacher turned RTE Home of the Year contender and digital-creator extraordinaire.Together, they dove into it all, from how to get out the door in the morning, to the myth of “balance”, to the sacrifices we make as mothers, the support systems we lean on, and the power of community. They also chatted about the tough times, how to find yourself again through grief and mental-health hurdles, and of course the importance of self-care - whether that means dip in the sea or a margarita and a blow dry! Whether you were there in person or are feeling the FOMO, listen now for laughter, tears, and the ultimate feel-good conversation.The Motherload is powered by Peugeot, and sponsored by its4women, Avoca and Liffey Valley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Anna Whitehouse - Flex Appeal, finding love, and fighting for working mothers
This week on The Motherload, Dominique sits down with the incredible Anna Whitehouse - journalist, author, activist, and the powerhouse behind the Flex Appeal movement. In this deeply emotional and inspiring conversation, Anna shares her journey from campaigning for flexible working laws, to navigating divorce, rediscovering love, welcoming her daughter Lola, and reshaping what modern motherhood can look like.From the labour ward to Number 10 Downing Street, from heartbreak to hope - this is an honest and uplifting conversation about resilience, reinvention, and refusing to be boxed in.The Motherload is powered by Peugeot, and sponsored by its4women, Avoca and Liffey Valley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Courtney Smith - Growing your family, grief and personal style
Stylist, creative director, and all-round cool gal Courtney Smith is one of the most recognisable forces in Irish fashion. But beyond the bold colours and confident silhouettes, she’s also navigating life as a mum.In this episode, Dominique is joined by Courtney and her four-month-old daughter Nova and they dive into what it’s really like to parent three small humans (spoiler: it’s quite a lot).They talk about the decision to go again when life already feels stretched at the seams, about ‘mum guilt’, about grief and how it reshapes us, and about the quiet power of style as self-preservation. It’s a conversation about finding joy, even when you’re running on empty.There’s gentleness in this episode. There’s a gurgling baby. There’s honesty. And there’s also the refreshing reminder that it’s okay not to have balance. That motherhood is layered and contradictory and often heartbreaking, but also beautifully transformative and fulfilling.The Motherload is powered by Peugeot, and sponsored by its4women, Avoca and Liffey Valley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Indy Power - Hope, heartbreak and her long journey to baby number two
Indy Power is known for her thriving businesses, The Little Green Spoon and SINES candles, but behind the scenes, she was fighting a private battle that lasted years. After a straightforward first pregnancy with her son Teddy, Indy’s journey to a second child was marked by multiple miscarriages, emotional and physical exhaustion, and round after round of treatment.In this deeply honest conversation, Indy opens up about the reality of fertility struggles, the toll it took on her, and the strength it took her to keep going. We talk about IVF, surrogacy, support systems, running a business through it all - and finally, the moment she held her second baby, after years of heartbreak.This is a story of resilience, hope, and hard-won joy. And while everyone’s journey is different, we hope Indy’s story may offer comfort to those feeling alone in theirs.Trigger warning: This episode includes discussion of miscarriage and fertility loss. Disclaimer : This is one woman’s personal experience. It is not medical advice. Please consult your GP or fertility specialist for individual support.The Motherload is powered by Peugeot, and sponsored by its4women, Avoca and Liffey Valley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Motherload is a space where modern motherhood is explored with honesty, humor, and heart. Each week, join host Dominique McMullan as she invites inspiring mums you know and love, experts, and friends to share stories, laugh at the chaos, and dive into the real talk about working motherhood, and everything it entails. Because let's be real... we hold hands, hold meetings, and hold it together (sometimes brilliantly, sometimes barely) but we don't do it alone. The Motherload Podcast is your new village -- we’re here, to lighten the load.The IMAGE Motherload is powered by Peugeot and sponsored by its4women, Liffey Valley, and Avoca. Visit our Motherload Hub to follow weekly updates including interviews, events, videos and podcast episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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