Episode 15: Lou and Sacha on Grief, Friendship, and Everything Between
Friends are the family we choose for ourselves. This could not be truer of co-founder Lou’s friendship with Sacha, a bond spanning over two decades. Their childhood friendship has seen the highest of highs as they welcomed their babies into the world only six weeks apart last summer. But also the lowest of lows - weathering the storm of the loss of both of Lou’s parents at only 20-years-old. Lou and Sacha sit down to talk about the intersection of friendship and motherlessness. How has mother loss changed their friendship? How has Sacha learnt to support Lou when mother loss feels too heavy to carry? What has Sacha learnt about supporting a motherless friend?This conversation shines a light on the magic of a sisterhood, not by DNA, but by memories, choice, and supporting one another through it all. For the friends who are behind the scenes. For the friends who want to do more to support a motherless friend. For the friends who are new to this world of motherlessness, this is for all of you.Â
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Episode 14: Adina’s Family on Parenting, Partnering, and Growing Up in a Motherless Mothers Family
In this special episode, TMM Co-Founder Adina sits down with her husband and two teenage children to talk about what it’s really like to be in a motherless mother’s family. This is a conversation for all the motherless mothers, for their partners and children, and for anyone who wants to better understand the invisible layers of grief and resilience that shape so many of our families. You’ll hear us reflect on what’s hard, what’s surprising, what makes us strong, and where we find the joy. Real talk, real love — and a few laughs too. We hope it helps you feel a little less alone.Love,Adina & LouTo find out more about TMM check out our website here.
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Episode 13: Katie’s Story: Unexpected Loss, Unshakable Love
In this deeply moving conversation, Adina sits down with Katie to talk about what it means to navigate motherhood in the wake of profound, unexpected loss. While the grief is real and raw, this episode is also a tribute to the beauty that can emerge even in heartbreak. Katie shares the incredible story of the unmistakable sign her mum sent at the birth of her second child—an experience that left Adina with chills and something she’ll never forget. You don't want to miss it.Love,Adina & LouFor more information on TMM and our community check out our website here.
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Episode 12: Grief, Love, and Raising a Family Together: Lou and Her Husband Dan Open Up
In this conversation, co-founder Lou sits down with her husband Dan to reflect on being a husband to a motherless mother. Their story started as friends when they met on a postgraduate university course. Before they were a couple, Lou remembers telling Dan her parents had died and feeling embarrassed, self-conscious and different. Little did she know it would be one of the things that brought them together and in love.Dan is the reason Lou feels she can dedicate time to TMM. The reason she can record podcasts, host groups, have meetings. He sits silently behind her and their family; the husband of a motherless mother. But what is it like to walk in his shoes?An honest, important conversation on how the other half feel about motherlessness and how the impact of mother loss really does affect the whole family.An important listen for partners – we see you too. Love,Lou & Adina For more information on The Motherless Mothers, check out our website here.
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Episode 11: Sarah's Story: Two Losses, One Beginning
On this episode of The Motherless Mother Podcast, Lou and Adina talk with Sarah about what it was like to lose both of her parents in the same year she became a mother. She speaks honestly about navigating early motherhood while grieving and what helped her cope when everything felt overwhelming. Sarah shares some genuinely helpful advice for anyone facing big life changes and loss at the same time. It’s an honest and hopeful conversation you won’t want to miss.X Lou & Adina Want to know more about TMM? Check out our website here.
Welcome to The Motherless Mothers Podcast, where we explore the unique and often untold experiences of women navigating motherhood without the support of their mothers.
Hosted by Lou and Adina, our podcast features everything from our community of motherless mothers to experts in psychology, grief, and personal development. We offer a space for heartfelt conversations, shared stories, and expert insights. We discuss the challenges, triumphs, and emotional complexities of raising children while healing from the loss of your mother, whether by circumstance or by choice.
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