Her Space Podcast

By Edna Thiong'o

Welcome to Her Space, the podcast that celebrates the resilience, strength, and brilliance of mothers — especially those transforming lives and communities across Africa. Her Space is more than just a podcast. It’s a platform, a movement, and a sanctuary for mothers everywhere to be heard, honored, and celebrated. Every mother has a powerful story. Whether it’s about healing, growing a business from scratch, finding balance in the chaos of parenting, or simply surviving another day — these stories matter. They are stories of strength. Of vulnerability. Of impact.

  1. JAN 15

    The Truth About Sex in Marriage | Getrude Mungai

    Sex in marriage is deeply connected to emotional safety, communication, and personal history. In this honest episode of Her Space Podcast, sexologist Getrude Mungai unpacks why intimacy changes in marriage and how couples can reconnect without shame or blame.Getrude shares practical insights on communication, healing, and building intimacy that grows with time

    1 hr

  2. 12/16/2025

    I gave birth on my Baby shower day! | Joyce Osborne

    In this powerful episode of HerSpace Podcast, we sit down with Jey Osborne — a mother of two, author, and finance professional — as she opens up about one of the hardest seasons of her life.Jey shares what it was like leaving the country while pregnant, navigating motherhood in a foreign land, and facing the fear of disappointing her parents. With little support and no roadmap to raising a child, she found herself learning everything on the go — including giving birth on the very day she was meant to have her baby shower.This is an honest conversation about motherhood, identity, resilience, and finding strength in unexpected places. Jey’s story is a reminder that even when life doesn’t go as planned, you can still rise, rebuild, and begin again.🎧 Listen if you’re a mother, a woman in transition, or someone navigating a difficult season.👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real conversations on womanhood and motherhood.

    54 min

  3. 10/29/2025

    Mother Wounds, Attachment, Relationships, Release & Healing| Pastor Simon Mbevi

    In this episode, Pastor Simon opens up a powerful conversation on mother wounds, emotional healing, and relationships.-How mothers can help their sons process emotions from a young age-Why unresolved emotions shape marriages, friendships, and future parenting-The deep truth: men want to be needed, women want to be wanted-Understanding the mother–son attachment and how it impacts adulthoodIf you’ve ever wondered how childhood wounds shape adulthood—or how mothers can raise emotionally healthy sons—this conversation is for you.Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to Her Space Podcast for more real stories and transformative conversations.#MotherWounds #EmotionalHealing #Parenting #Relationships #HerSpacePodcast

    59 min

  4. 09/23/2025

    Leadership & Living with Intention | Lilian’s Journey Machanga

    In this inspiring episode of Her Space, Lilian, an accomplished Chief Audit Executive, author, and governance professional, as she opens up about her personal journey. 🌸She shares her experiences of raising her son as a single mom, the lessons learned along the way, and why she believes intentionality is the key to success in motherhood, career, and life.We also dive into her book “Why Intentionality Matters”, where she explains how being deliberate in our choices shapes the life we want to live.If you’re navigating motherhood, career, or simply looking for motivation to live with intention, this episode is for you!#HerSpacePodcast #Motherhood #IntentionalLiving #Leadership #WhyIntentionalityMatters

    47 min

  5. 09/02/2025

    Surviving Breast Cancer, Heartbreak & Building Hope for Others| Nana Kilemi

    Nana Kilemi — a resilient breast cancer survivor and founder of Needy Cancer Health Initiative.Nana opens up about her journey of pain, resilience, and triumph:Facing abandonment by her spouse while caring for a newborn 💔Struggling with four years of depression 🌑Receiving the life-changing diagnosis of breast cancer 🎗️Choosing to rise above it all and dedicate her life to helping other vulnerable cancer patients find hope 🌸Her story is one of courage, healing, and empowerment. Nana reminds us that no matter how broken life leaves you, you can rise, rebuild, and give back.✨ If you’ve ever faced heartbreak, illness, or hopelessness, this episode will inspire you to keep going.🔔 Subscribe to Her Space for more empowering conversations with women who turn pain into purpose.#BreastCancerSurvivor #InspiringStories #HerSpacePodcast

    1h 3m

  6. 08/18/2025

    Giving Birth in the Forest & Fighting for Mothers in Baringo | Hellen Maron

    Hellen Maron’s story is one of grit, courage, and unstoppable determination.As the Lead Community Health Promoter for MAMA CBO and a trained Traditional Birth Attendant, she has helped mothers in Orus, Tiaty East, Baringo County, overcome unimaginable challenges — including giving birth far from any hospital.A mother of eight and a respected opinion leader, Hellen is changing lives in her community — one birth, one conversation, and one act of courage at a time.🖥 Subscribe to our YouTube channel:    / @herspacepodcastke  📱Connect with us:FACEBOOK: Her Space PodcastINSTAGRAM: Her Space PodcastTIKTOK: Her Space PodcastTWITTER: Her Space PodcastPowered By BTC GROUP

    52 min

  7. 08/15/2025

    Fighting Maternal Deaths in Kenya | Winnie Chelagat

    In this moving episode of Her Space, we sit down with Winnie Chelagat, a development communicator and co-founder of Maternal Aid for Mothers in Africa (MAMA CBO).Winnie opens up about her personal journey—how getting pregnant and being diagnosed with Bell’s Palsy during that time changed her life. She shares how her mother, a birth trainer, inspired her passion for maternal health, and how that passion turned into purpose after her own birth experience.She takes us deep into the realities faced by women in East Pokot, where she and her mother trained local women on safe childbirth practices. Through her story, we meet Hellen, a fearless community health promoter, and learn the heartbreaking truth about maternal mortality rates in remote areas of Kenya—where women walk for miles just to give birth.This is more than a conversation—it's a call to action for women’s health, birth education, and ending preventable maternal deaths in Kenya.#HerSpacePodcast #MaternalHealth #WinnieChelagat #MAMACBO #WomensVoices #BirthStory #KenyaMoms #SafeChildbirth #BellsPalsy #CommunityHealth #EastPokot

    1h 14m

  8. 08/14/2025

    From 129kgs to Thriving | Weight Loss & Self-Worth | Jenifer Ndeda

    In this powerful episode of Her Space, Jenifer shares her deeply personal journey of transformation. After her marriage ended during the pandemic, she was left to care for three children while battling emotional trauma and weight challenges that left her struggling with everyday tasks.From weighing 129kgs and feeling trapped in her own body, to reclaiming her confidence and joy—Jenifer opens up about the turning point that led her to choose herself.This is a story of healing, resilience, and learning to live fully again.Tune in and be inspired 💛🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more stories that matter.#HerSpacePodcast #JeniferSpeaks #WeightLossJourney #Healing #WomenInspiringWomen #SelfLove #Resilience

    44 min
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Welcome to Her Space, the podcast that celebrates the resilience, strength, and brilliance of mothers — especially those transforming lives and communities across Africa. Her Space is more than just a podcast. It’s a platform, a movement, and a sanctuary for mothers everywhere to be heard, honored, and celebrated. Every mother has a powerful story. Whether it’s about healing, growing a business from scratch, finding balance in the chaos of parenting, or simply surviving another day — these stories matter. They are stories of strength. Of vulnerability. Of impact.

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  • Creator
    By Edna Thiong'o
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © By Edna Thiong'o
  • Show Website
    Her Space Podcast