For Us Mums

Belema Ogulu

For Us Mums is a podcast created for women navigating motherhood in real time. This podcast features honest, reflective conversations about pregnancy, postpartum life, identity shifts, emotional wellbeing, relationships, and the parts of motherhood that are often left unsaid. Whether you’re pregnant, a new mum, or already deep into motherhood, these episodes are here to remind you that you’re not alone and you’re not doing this wrong. New episodes drop Tuesdays by 6:30pm Welcome to For Us Mums !!!!!!! I'm so happy you're here!

Episodes

  1. 24 FEB

    The Scary Thoughts No One Warns You About | Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts | For Us Mums Podcast

    If you’ve ever had a thought about your baby that scared you… and then immediately felt ashamed for thinking it, this episode is for you.In today’s conversation, we’re talking about intrusive thoughts after having a baby. The scary ones that no one really prepares you for.In this episode, I share:- What intrusive thoughts in postpartum actually feel like- Why so many new mums experience them (even if no one says it out loud)- What helped me get over all these thoughts00:00 - Intro 01:18 - intrusive thoughts in this context 01:47 - What happens to your brain02:25 - My own experience 04:52 - things I wish I knew then05:03 - First things first 06:14 - Protection mode 07:55 - Actively scanning for danger 09:39 - What actually helped (talking to Chris)11:30 - Pray about it12:35 - Remember this and speak it16:50 - Last but not the least18:15 - in conclusion… ish18:45 - outroMotherhood is beautiful but it can also be mentally overwhelming especially in the first few months. If you’ve experienced postpartum anxiety, scary thoughts, racing “what if” scenarios, or moments that made you question yourself… you are not alone and this is a safe space.✨ Subscribe to For Us Mums for real, honest conversations about:- Postpartum mental health- Marriage after baby- Identity shifts in motherhood- The things no one warns you aboutAnd so much more. If this video helped you, leave a comment and make sure to share it with another mum who might need to hear this.

    19 min
  2. The Honest Side of Motherhood & All you need to know about the For Us Mums Podcast

    5 FEB

    The Honest Side of Motherhood & All you need to know about the For Us Mums Podcast

    Motherhood isn’t what I expected and I know I’m not the only one. In this pilot episode of For Us Mums, I’m introducing you to the podcast and how we’ll be having honest, unfiltered conversations about becoming a mother, the emotional shift no one prepares you for, and the parts of motherhood that don’t always make it to social media and so much more! Whether you’re pregnant, a new mum, or still considering motherhood, this episode is a safe space to feel seen, heard, and understood.In this episode, we talk about future podcast topics like:* The emotional reality of becoming a mum* The identity shift after childbirth* Why it’s okay if you don’t “love every moment”* The quiet thoughts many mums have but rarely say out loud* Creating space for honesty in motherhoodThis podcast is for the mums who are figuring it out in real time.The ones who love their children deeply but still miss parts of themselves.The ones who want truth, not pressure.If you’re a mum or mum to be looking for real conversations about motherhood, postpartum life, pregnancy emotions, and mental health, you’re in the right place.Video timelines0:00 – Welcome to For Us Mums0:34 – What For Us Mums Is Really About1:19 – Who I Am and Why I’m Here2:52 – Why I Started This Podcast5:27 – Why It’s Called “For Us Mums”5:56 – What We’ll Talk About on This Podcast6:54 – Dear New Mum7:55 – When New Episodes Drop8:18 – Closing Thoughts

    10 min

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For Us Mums is a podcast created for women navigating motherhood in real time. This podcast features honest, reflective conversations about pregnancy, postpartum life, identity shifts, emotional wellbeing, relationships, and the parts of motherhood that are often left unsaid. Whether you’re pregnant, a new mum, or already deep into motherhood, these episodes are here to remind you that you’re not alone and you’re not doing this wrong. New episodes drop Tuesdays by 6:30pm Welcome to For Us Mums !!!!!!! I'm so happy you're here!