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MUMs for Life - The Deconstructed Mum

Is motherhood that great?

‘Is motherhood that great?’ The truth is - motherhood changes a woman, and it can be disorientating. Becoming a mum confronts us with our evolving identity and the multiple roles we play as women.The Deconstructed Mum, h

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  • 3. Partnership in Motherhood

    37:25||Season 2, Ep. 3
    How does she do it? In celebration of International Women’s Day, we dive into the evolving dynamics of modern parenthood—where mums are the primary breadwinners and dads take the lead at home. Join us for an insightful conversation with Delphine Teo, a mum of two and District Head in Early Childhood, as she shares her journey of balancing career and family, redefining gender roles, and navigating societal expectations. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on partnership, resilience, and what it truly means to support one another in parenting.

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  • 2. Motherhood as a Catalyst

    48:24||Season 2, Ep. 2
    Motherhood is not just a journey of raising a child—it’s a powerful transformation of self. In this episode of The Deconstructed Mum, Sophia Ng, Co-founder of Kidztropic Singapore, shares her personal journey of rediscovery and growth as she navigated the challenges and opportunities that came with becoming a mum.If you’ve ever felt that motherhood is a journey of profound transformation, this conversation will resonate deeply. Tune in for an inspiring and honest discussion about growth, self-discovery, and the unique challenges of parenting.
  • 1. Motherhood and Leadership

    35:52||Season 2, Ep. 1
    In the Season 2 premiere of The Deconstructed Mum, Su Fen Cheong, Founder and CEO of Preschool Market, discusses how workplaces can better support working mothers. She opens up about the pressures of excelling in motherhood and leadership, the importance of leaning on others, and finding balance between ambition and connection. This thought-provoking conversation offers actionable insights for parents and leaders alike.
  • 10. Same Same But Different

    46:17||Season 1, Ep. 10
    In this special crossover episode, Alvina Chin from The Deconstructed Mum teams up with Alsen Chanamuto from The Kopi, Kids, and Kakis Podcast to explore the complexities of marriage and parenting. Join them as they candidly share their journeys, offering perspectives on the adjustments couples face while transitioning into married life and parenthood. Together, they share how they’ve learned to embrace, appreciate, and navigate differences, making for an insightful and relatable conversation.
  • 9. Home Away From Home

    32:08||Season 1, Ep. 9
    What happens when you become a first-time mom far from home? Join us in conversation with Tina Lawenko, who shares her journey of parenthood as an expat in Singapore. "If you cannot get the help that you need, then you work with what you have," she shares, offering honest insights into creating a support system abroad while maintaining strong family bonds across borders. Whether you're an expat parent or just curious about different paths to parenthood, Tina's story shows how to make it work – even when home is oceans away.
  • 8. Healing After Loss

    41:48||Season 1, Ep. 8
    The month of October marks Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. It gives us an opportunity to remember and support those whose lives have been deeply affected by the loss of a baby. Listen to this conversation with Mandy Too as she talks about coping with the heartbreaking loss of her twin daughters and how learning to tend to her grief has helped in the healing process.    
  • 7. Second Chances

    31:23||Season 1, Ep. 7
    Unhappy couples wait an average of six years before getting help, according to psychologist, Dr John Gottman. Listen to this conversation with Lily Kew as she reflects on lessons she learnt after her divorce, her decision to remarry, and being intentional about raising her daughters while running her business.