Category: Episode
Honest conversations with mums in business, one episode at a time.
This is where you’ll find all the show notes for the Mum Means Business podcast – a space for ambitious mothers navigating the beautiful chaos of raising a family while building a business. Each episode brings real stories, helpful insights and a whole lot of solidarity.
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Episode 10: Slowing Down And Rejecting The “Super Mum” Myth With Louise Lynch

In this episode of Mum Means Business, I’m joined by Louise Lynch, founder of The Relaxed Mama Club. A teacher, hypnobirthing practitioner and wellness specialist, Louise shares how she empowers women with knowledge, confidence and support through pregnancy, birth and beyond – taking the mystery out of childbirth and helping mothers navigate modern motherhood. Read more
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Episode 9: Kate Stirling On Finding Your Own Path And Thriving With ADHD

Kate Stirling shares her journey with ADHD, motherhood and identity and why embracing change and creativity helps women truly thrive. Read more
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Episode 8: Ruth Edwards On Somatic Healing And Starting Over In Your Forties

Starting a business in your forties can feel daunting – but Ruth Edwards proves it’s never too late to choose freedom, follow your calling, and build a life rooted in purpose. Her story is one of courage, healing, and starting again. Read more
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Episode 7: Louise McGuill On Email Marketing, Investing In Yourself And Taking Action

After 18 years in education, Louise McGuill took a leap of faith and built a business around her passion for email marketing. Now she helps time-poor entrepreneurs grow their businesses with confidence—without being at the mercy of algorithms. In this episode, she shares her journey from teacher to entrepreneur, the role of motherhood in that… Read more
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Episode 6: Podcasting, Imposter Syndrome And Community With Megan Tobler

When Megan Tobler lost her corporate job while pregnant, she faced an unexpected crossroads — and chose to completely rewrite her future. In this inspiring conversation, she shares how that life shake-up led to the birth of the Self StartHER podcast and community, her lessons on balancing motherhood and ambition, and the power of building… Read more
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Episode 5: Melanie Cooke On Community, Financial Freedom And “Getting Your Pink Back”

Melanie Cooke – NHS physio, content creator and founder of Banish the Beige – shares her story of renovating homes, raising children and building a community rooted in creativity, confidence and financial empowerment with a goal of becoming mortgage-free by 40. Read more
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Episode 4: Amanda Wrigley On Intergenerational Impact, Music And Making A Difference

In this episode of the Mum Means Business podcast, Amanda Wrigley shares her journey from primary school teacher to founder of Live the Beat — a pioneering business bringing generations together through music. She opens up about motherhood, purpose, and the powerful health and wellbeing benefits of intergenerational connection. Amanda’s story is one of passion,… Read more
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Episode 3: Marketing, Motherhood And Making It Work With Caroline Cox

Launching a business with a toddler and newborn twins just months before the pandemic hit might sound like chaos and for Caroline Cox, it absolutely was. But it was also the start of a deeply personal journey into values-led marketing, community building and embracing the mess and magic of mum life while growing a thriving… Read more
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Episode 2: Kate Rossin On Resilience, Motherhood And Letting Go Of A Business Dream

Kate Rossin’s story is one of deep creativity, community focus and unshakable resilience. From building an analogue wedding photography business to founding multiple arts spaces, Kate has faced unimaginable challenges: personal loss, pandemic fallout and financial pressure that forced her to walk away from her dreams more than once. In this conversation, she opens up… Read more
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Episode 1: Building A Life-Friendly Business With Erin Thomas Wong

In this episode of Mum Means Business, Erin Thomas Wong shares her journey from TV producer to Life-Friendly Business Mentor. We discuss motherhood, identity shifts, self-care, building confidence and how women can create a business that supports their life – not the other way around. Read more