Motherhood
Motherhood
Motherhood is beautiful, exhausting, rewarding, emotional and often completely unpredictable. Here at Storme Diaries, we have honest conversations about the realities of motherhood, from the mental load and mum guilt to friendships, identity and finding yourself again amongst the chaos.
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Latest reads on motherhood
September 30, 2026
Loneliness In Motherhood: Why It Happens (And What Actually Helps)
You can be surrounded by little people all day and still feel lonely. An honest look at loneliness in motherhood, why it's so common, and gentle ways to feel less alone.
Read article →September 30, 2026
Comparing Yourself To Other Mums (And How To Soften The Spiral)
One scroll and suddenly everyone else's motherhood looks calmer, prettier, and more together than yours. An honest look at mum comparison culture and how to quieten it.
Read article →September 28, 2026
Mum Guilt: Why It Follows You Everywhere (And How To Finally Put It Down)
Mum guilt shows up at the school gate, at work, and even when you're resting. Here's an honest look at where it comes from, why it's so loud, and gentle ways to quieten it.
Read article →September 22, 2026
Being The Default Parent (And Why Invisible Labour Hits Differently)
Being the default parent means knowing every shoe size, dentist date and nursery bag by heart. An honest look at invisible labour, the mental load, and softer ways to share it.
Read article →September 21, 2026
Mum Rage Doesn't Make You A Bad Mum
That hot, sudden anger in motherhood isn't proof you're failing. An honest look at mum rage, the guilt that follows, and what actually helps when you're at boiling point.
Read article →September 15, 2026
Touched Out: The Overstimulation Nobody Warns Mums About
You're not broken for needing five minutes alone. An honest look at feeling touched out, sensory overload in motherhood, and why your nervous system deserves as much care as everyone else's.
Read article →May 15, 2026
The Mental Load Of Motherhood: The Invisible Job We All Do
Motherhood isn't just the physical jobs — it's remembering the jobs. The shoes that no longer fit, the packed lunches, the RSVPs, the appointments and the 47 other things nobody asked you to manage. An honest look at the invisible job we all do.
Read article →May 10, 2026
Finding Yourself Again After Becoming A Mum
Becoming a mum changes everything — including your sense of who you are. A gentle guide to rediscovering yourself without guilt.
Read article →June 10, 2026
Behind The Mic: The Fun, The Chaos & The Beautiful Lessons Of Podcasting With Two Little Ones At Home
Recording a podcast whilst raising two gorgeously chaotic little humans is not for the faint hearted. It is messy, hilarious, exhausting and somehow one of the most rewarding things I have ever done. This is a little look behind the scenes of Storme Diaries, the chaos of mum life and the incredible lessons I have learned from every guest who has sat across from me.
Read article →July 23, 2026
Postnatal Anxiety Vs Postnatal Depression: How To Know The Difference
Postnatal anxiety and postnatal depression are not the same thing. Knowing the difference can be the first step towards getting the right support.
Read article →July 24, 2026
Returning To Work After Maternity Leave: The Guilt, The Logistics And The Reality
Going back to work after maternity leave is one of the hardest transitions in modern motherhood. An honest guide to the guilt, the logistics, and finding your footing.
Read article →July 25, 2026
Sleep Deprivation And Motherhood: Surviving The Newborn Fog
Sleep deprivation as a new mum is one of the most brutal parts of the early days. An honest look at the newborn fog, what helps, and why you're not failing.
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