Real Stories

Real stories from real parents to inspire you.

My husband died suddenly and I have raised my two children by myself

Mandy is one inspirational mama. She lost her husband when her kids were only two and three years old. She has raised them as a …

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Returning to paid work after suffering perinatal anxiety or depression

Returning to paid work after having a baby can be challenging for anyone, and even more so for those who suffer or have suffered, perinatal …

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Kate Pollard shares her motherhood journey and the identity shift that took place

Kate Pollard, Co-founder of Circle In, shares her personal experience of early motherhood, breastfeeding challenges, working Mum guilt and discovering her new self.

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I turned down my dream job because they wouldn’t allow flexibility

Katie has 2 children and after being made redundant whilst on parental leave with her second, she started the search for a new role. She …

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One dad’s pledge to teach his child the art of now

Expectant dad Rob Cass is feeling the pressure! With the birth of his first child days away, Rob knows the importance of earning a sustainable …

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Handing over to my partner made returning to work so much easier

Who else looks forward to a future where all new parents are entitled to equal paid parental leave, are given the opportunity to experience being …

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