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 16: Navigating Matrescence And Maternal Wellbeing With Helen Buteux

My guest today is Helen Buteux, a specialist children’s occupational therapist with over a decade of experience supporting children and their families. With both clinical and leadership experience in the NHS, Helen now draws on her deep understanding of early years development and her own experience of matrescence to help other mums feel less alone.… Read more
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Episode 15: Showing Up Authentically In Every Season of Business With Vicki Knights

In this inspiring conversation, Vicki Knights – photographer, visibility strategist and host of the Showing Up podcast – shares how her business has evolved through different seasons of life and motherhood. We talk about permission to pivot, gentle growth, and how showing up authentically can transform your business and your confidence. Read more
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Episode 14: From Ballet To Business; The Power of Pivoting With Krystle Frey

Former professional ballerina turned podcast producer, Krystle Frey shares how motherhood inspired her to rediscover her creativity and build Pivot Ball Change, a podcast production agency supporting women in business. In this heartfelt conversation, we talk resilience, rejection and redefining success after motherhood. Read more
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Episode 13: Freelance Parenting And The Power Of Community With Frankie Tortora

Freelance graphic designer and community founder Frankie Tortora joins me to share the highs and lows of freelancing as a parent. From the early days of building Doing It For The Kids to tackling imposter syndrome, maternity leave, and the stigma of motherhood, Frankie brings honesty, humour, and hope to the conversation. Read more
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Episode 12: Emily Hanson On Harnessing Transferable Skills To Build Your Dream Business

In this inspiring episode, Emily Hanson shares how she harnessed her transferable skills from teaching to launch Emerlilly Digital, a thriving agency supporting education and family-focused brands. Her story is a reminder that the skills you already have could be the foundation of your dream business. Read more
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Episode 11: Anastasia Shubareva-Epshtein On Redefining Maternal Care With Femtech Startup Carea

In this episode, Anastasia Shubareva-Epshtein, Co-Founder and CEO of Carea, shares her journey from corporate career to femtech startup founder and how she’s redefining maternal care with a mental health-first approach. Read more
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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
