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Al's Mum on Postnatal Depression, Breastfeeding Struggles & Life with the Lights

Ep. 125

This week on the podcast, Em and Alex are joined by none other than AL'S MUM! First off, the girls record their GBA from backstage ON TOUR, BABY! Norma and the girls dive deep into her experience of early motherhood, and how she handled 5 girls under 6! They cover it all, from shame and guilt to the freedom and joy of motherhood. This episode is an insight into how to help those who may be struggling in those early days, and if you can relate yourself, see this as a big, warm hug from the gorgeous Norma.


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Edited by Daisy Grant

Music by Alex Andrew

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