Taking Care of You Isn't Selfish. It’s a necessity with Alex Smallman

Taking Care of You Isn't Selfish. It’s a necessity with Alex Smallman

July 21, 2026 · 46 min

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In this episode, Polly Warren discusses the importance of self-care with guest Alex Smallman, emphasizing that taking care of oneself is essential for maintaining balance in life.

When you're the one everyone relies on, it's easy to believe your own needs can wait. You keep going. You juggle work, family, the mental load and everyone else's expectations, telling yourself you'll slow down when life gets quieter. But what if looking after yourself isn't selfish at all? What if it's the very thing that allows you to keep showing up without losing yourself in the process? In this episode, I'm joined by Alex Smallman, founder of Ubermummies, personal trainer and mum t...

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