This week on In Her Season, we’re joined by Alisha from Breath of Fresh Air Cleaning for a grounded and compassionate conversation about practical home support for mothers who are in the thick of it.
Alisha shares how her work supports women during seasons of overwhelm, exhaustion, and transition, offering non-judgemental help that goes far beyond cleaning. We talk about how decluttering, gentle organisation, and resetting a space can bring a sense of calm, lightness, and relief when everything feels heavy.
Throughout the conversation, Alisha reflects on the emotional weight many mothers carry and how having support in the home can ease mental load, reduce stress, and create breathing room during demanding seasons. We explore the connection between environment and wellbeing, and how small, practical changes can help women feel more supported, seen, and capable again.
This episode holds space for the realities of motherhood, the invisible labour, and the power of compassionate support. It’s a reminder that asking for help is not failure, and that care can show up in practical, tangible ways.
Whether you’re navigating early motherhood, feeling overwhelmed by your space, or simply curious about how environment impacts wellbeing, this conversation offers reassurance, understanding, and a sense that you don’t have to do it all alone.
Things We Mention in This Episode
• All Rounder Gumption as a versatile cleaner that is easy to find in most supermarkets.
• Aldi stain remover for everyday marks and messes.
• Soaking stains using a mix of borax, laundry liquid, and washing soda as a gentle but effective option for stubborn stains.
A Question for Our Community
If you have a go to method for cleaning mould in family homes or rental spaces, we would love to hear it.Feel free to share your tips or experiences with us so others can benefit too.
Find Alisha here on Instagram