
Wisdom For Working Mums
by Nicky Lowe, Wisdom For Working Mums, Executive Coach, Podcaster
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Why Women Are Exhausted: Understanding Mental Load with Professor Leah Ruppanner
Jun 5, 2026
Unknown duration
I Teach Leadership for a Living. My Son's School Suspension Unravelled Me in Seconds
May 22, 2026
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Still Not Feeling Like Yourself? What Every Mum Needs to Know About Postnatal Depletion
May 8, 2026
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How to Build Real Confidence That Lasts
Apr 24, 2026
39m 25s
Perimenopause, HRT and Breast Cancer Risk: What Women Need to Know
Apr 10, 2026
1h 09m 20s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/5/26 | ![]() Why Women Are Exhausted: Understanding Mental Load with Professor Leah Ruppanner | Why are women so exhausted? Professor Leah Ruppanner explains the invisible mental load women carry every day - from planning and organising to worrying and responsibility-holding. We explore the eight types of mental load, why women become the default managers of family life, the impact of social judgment and gender expectations, and practical ways to reclaim energy for what matters most. A validating, research-backed conversation for every working mum who feels mentally and emotionally overloaded. More details: https://luminate-group.co.uk/podcast/187 Connect on LinkedIn Here Follow on Instagram Here Love the Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast? Let's take the conversation further. Subscribe for exclusive insights delivered straight to your inbox - designed to support you in leading with confidence and living with intention. | — | ||||||
| 5/22/26 | ![]() I Teach Leadership for a Living. My Son's School Suspension Unravelled Me in Seconds | I teach leadership for a living. So when I got a phone call from school telling me my son had been suspended, I should have been able to handle it, right? Within seconds, I was unravelling. Shame flooded in before logic had a chance, my people pleaser came online and every piece of leadership work I'd ever done on myself went quiet. In this episode, I'm sharing something deeply personal with my son's full permission. Because what happened next and how my family navigated it taught me more about emotional regulation, personal leadership, and parenting than any professional training ever has. We cover: - Why home is often the hardest room to lead in and why that's not a failure - What shame does to our nervous system and why it arrives before logic - How to regulate yourself before you respond, and why that changes everything - Why the people we love most can trigger us most deeply - What Leading on All Fronts® looks like when it's tested most This one is for the high-achieving woman who holds everything together professionally and finds that home is the place that undoes her most quickly. Whether your children are two months or twenty-two years old, this episode will stay with you. More details: https://luminate-group.co.uk/podcast/186 Connect on LinkedIn Here Follow on Instagram Here Love the Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast? Let's take the conversation further. Subscribe for exclusive insights delivered straight to your inbox - designed to support you in leading with confidence and living with intention. | — | ||||||
| 5/8/26 | ![]() Still Not Feeling Like Yourself? What Every Mum Needs to Know About Postnatal Depletion | Still not feeling like yourself even though your baby is months or years old? You're not imagining it. And you're not failing. In this episode, Nicky Lowe shares her own experience of burnout and exhaustion after her first child - the years it took to get answers, and the moment she finally found the language for what had happened to her. Drawing on the work of Dr. Oscar Serrallach (The Postnatal Depletion Cure), Nicky explores why postnatal depletion can last up to ten years after having a baby, why high-achieving women are so often dismissed when they say something is wrong, and what you can do, starting today, to begin rebuilding. This episode is for new mums navigating the blur of early motherhood, women further into the journey who are still waiting to feel like themselves, and anyone who manages someone returning from parental leave. You'll come away with: A clear understanding of what postnatal depletion actually is and why it's so much more than tiredness Why willpower and mindset alone won't fix this Five practical steps to start supporting your system right now Whether your baby is six weeks old or six years old - this one is for you. Resources mentioned: The Postnatal Depletion Cure by Dr. Oscar Serrallach The Fourth Trimester by Kimberly Ann Johnson More details: https://luminate-group.co.uk/podcast/185 Connect on LinkedIn Here Follow on Instagram Here Love the Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast? Let's take the conversation further. Subscribe for exclusive insights delivered straight to your inbox - designed to support you in leading with confidence and living with intention. | — | ||||||
| 4/24/26 | ![]() How to Build Real Confidence That Lasts✨ | confidenceperformance psychology+3 | Dr Kate Hayes | LionessesLuminate Group | — | confidenceperformance psychology+5 | — | 39m 25s | |
| 4/10/26 | ![]() Perimenopause, HRT and Breast Cancer Risk: What Women Need to Know✨ | perimenopauseHRT+4 | Dr Charlotte Gooding | BMS | — | perimenopauseHRT+5 | — | 1h 09m 20s | |
| 3/27/26 | ![]() Executive Presence Without Pretending: How Women Can Communicate With More Confidence and Gravitas✨ | executive presencecommunication+3 | Louisa PrestonLuisa Baldini | Composure MediaBBC | — | executive presenceconfidence+3 | — | 46m 56s | |
| 3/6/26 | ![]() Why Women Are Falling Behind on AI (And What to Do About It)✨ | AI adoptiongender gap+3 | Andrew Wyatt-SamesLucy Pitt | Uptake AI | — | AIgender gap+3 | — | 1h 06m 19s | |
| 2/20/26 | ![]() Support Systems that Work: Lessons from Our Journey to a High Performing Team✨ | leadershipteam building+3 | — | Luminate Group | — | leadershiphigh performing team+3 | — | 1h 09m 48s | |
| 2/6/26 | ![]() Maker, Marker, Multiplier: When doing more stops working (and what to do instead)✨ | work-life balanceparenting+3 | — | — | — | working mumsleadership+3 | — | 17m 06s | |
| 1/23/26 | ![]() Why Relationships Feel Harder After Children (and What Helps) with Katie Rössler✨ | relationshipsparenting+4 | Katie Rössler | Wisdom For Working MumsLuminate Group | — | relationshipsparenting+5 | — | 54m 45s | |
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| 1/9/26 | ![]() Lessons from the Lionesses: The Elite Playbook for Sustainable Success✨ | performance psychologyworking motherhood+4 | Dr Kate Hays | Football AssociationEngland women's national football team | — | performance psychologyworking mum+5 | — | 53m 33s | |
| 12/31/25 | ![]() Mining for the Gold: My Three Biggest Life Lessons from 2025✨ | life lessonsreflection+4 | — | — | — | life lessons2025+5 | — | 21m 56s | |
| 12/12/25 | ![]() Decoding Your Purpose: How Losing My Mum Taught Me How to Live✨ | purposeloss+3 | — | — | — | purposeloss+5 | — | 27m 46s | |
| 11/28/25 | ![]() Soft Strength & High Performance for Women with Elite Sports Physio Gemma Jefferson | What if elite sports performance could help you thrive as a high-achieving woman? In this episode, I chat with Gemma Jefferson, a physiotherapist with over 14 years of experience working with Paralympic athletes and elite sportspeople. Now, Gemma is bringing the same principles of peak performance to help women like you balance career and motherhood without burning out. We dive into how to tap into soft strength, use breathwork, and move with intention - even if you've only got 5 minutes. Get ready for a new way to perform at your best, without the pressure to go harder. More details: https://luminate-group.co.uk/podcast/174 Connect on LinkedIn Here Follow on Instagram Here Love the Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast? Let's take the conversation further. Subscribe for exclusive insights delivered straight to your inbox - designed to support you in leading with confidence and living with intention. | — | ||||||
| 11/14/25 | ![]() Confidently Humble: A Leader's Guide to Starting Again | Ever had life bring you to your knees in that quiet, private way that makes you feel deeply human? I'm in that season. In this episode I share the health news I'm navigating and the leadership reset it sparked: why going back to basics isn't a setback, how to be confidently humble, and the seven foundations I'm using to rebuild in body and leadership. If you're facing uncertainty - career, health, motherhood - this is a gentle, practical companion for beginning again. If this episode shifted how you'll handle your next tough conversation, share it with a fellow working mum leader and tag @nickyloweleadership. Your reviews help more women find the show. More details: https://luminate-group.co.uk/podcast/173 Connect on LinkedIn Here Follow on Instagram Here Love the Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast? Let's take the conversation further. Subscribe for exclusive insights delivered straight to your inbox - designed to support you in leading with confidence and living with intention. | — | ||||||
| 10/15/25 | ![]() When Brilliant Women Hit Broken Systems: Introducing the Empow-Her® Collective | In this special conversation, Nicky welcomes friends and co-founders Clare Radford and Harri Demetrios to introduce the Empow-Her Collective - a new, research-led collaboration reshaping how senior women are supported in leadership. Together, they unpack why "fixing women" misses the point, the systemic patterns that stall brilliant careers, and how psychologically safe, evidence-based development can create real change. You'll hear the origin story, the themes they're already seeing in their study, and how you can lend your voice. If you've ever felt like you're leading with one hand tied behind your back, this one's for you. Check out www.empowhercollective.co.uk Take the survey If this episode shifted how you'll handle your next tough conversation, share it with a fellow working mum leader and tag @nickyloweleadership. Your reviews help more women find the show. More details: https://luminate-group.co.uk/podcast/172 Connect on LinkedIn Here Follow on Instagram Here Love the Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast? Let's take the conversation further. Subscribe for exclusive insights delivered straight to your inbox - designed to support you in leading with confidence and living with intention. | — | ||||||
| 10/1/25 | ![]() Cultures That Care: The Mental Load as a Leadership Issue interview with Mille Holst Barry and Jeremy Casupanan from UKG | The mental load isn't just yours to carry - it's a leadership issue. Learn how cultures that care can ease the juggle at work and at home. In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of a global speaker series we delivered to our client, UKG, to explore why the mental load isn't just a personal struggle - it's a leadership issue. Together we unpack how invisible responsibilities at home and at work impact wellbeing, retention, and culture, and why building 'cultures that care' matters for every organisation. Joining me to share the story are two inspiring UKG leaders who brought this initiative to life - Mille Holst-Barry and Jeremy Casupanan Together we discuss: - Why UKG decided to invest in this global iniative around the mental load - How conversations about the mental load can transform both workplaces and homes. - The personal and cultural nuances of mental load across families, genders, and geographies. - Why recognising the invisible tasks at work is vital for equity and retention. - The practical impact of addressing the mental load in the workplace This is an honest, inspiring, and hopeful conversation about how organisations can support their people to thrive and why every workplace should be talking about the mental load. Tune in and discover how small shifts in awareness can make a big difference in creating workplaces (and homes) where everyone can flourish. If this episode shifted how you'll handle your next tough conversation, share it with a fellow working mum leader and tag @nickyloweleadership. Your reviews help more women find the show. More details: https://luminate-group.co.uk/podcast/171 Connect on LinkedIn Here Follow on Instagram Here Love the Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast? Let's take the conversation further. Subscribe for exclusive insights delivered straight to your inbox - designed to support you in leading with confidence and living with intention. | — | ||||||
| 9/17/25 | ![]() Conversations That Save Lives - And Your Next Meeting, Interview with Nigel Taberner | What if the most powerful negotiation skill isn't talking…but listening like a life depends on it? In this jaw-dropping episode, I speak with former hostage negotiator Nigel Taberner, who's attended over 130 high-risk incidents without a loss of life. Nigel dismantles the myths (no Jedi mind tricks here) and shows how the exact skills used in armed sieges translate to leading teams, navigating conflict, and yes, parenting a strong-willed tween. You'll hear how negotiators influence when there's nothing to trade, why echoing works better than endless questioning, and the simple 60-second ritual that can transform any difficult conversation, from a boardroom showdown to a bedtime battle. If this episode shifted how you'll handle your next tough conversation, share it with a fellow working mum leader and tag @nickyloweleadership. Your reviews help more women find the show. More details: https://luminate-group.co.uk/podcast/170 Connect on LinkedIn Here Follow on Instagram Here Love the Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast? Let's take the conversation further. Subscribe for exclusive insights delivered straight to your inbox - designed to support you in leading with confidence and living with intention. | — | ||||||
| 9/3/25 | ![]() The Mental Load Is Breaking Us - Here's How We Fix It - interview with Kate Mangino | If you've ever felt like you're carrying the invisible weight of running both your home and your career, you're not alone. The mental load - the relentless planning, remembering, and anticipating that keeps family life moving - falls disproportionately on women, and it's leaving many of us exhausted, resentful, and stretched too thin. In this powerful episode, I'm joined by Dr. Kate Mangino, gender expert and author of Equal Partners, to uncover the truth about the mental load: what it really is, why it matters, and how we can begin to share it more equally at home. This isn't just about fairness - it's about creating the foundations for healthier relationships, happier families, and the space for working mums to truly thrive. More details: https://luminate-group.co.uk/podcast/169 Connect on LinkedIn Here Follow on Instagram Here Love the Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast? Let's take the conversation further. Subscribe for exclusive insights delivered straight to your inbox - designed to support you in leading with confidence and living with intention. | — | ||||||
| 8/13/25 | ![]() Back-to-School: Easing the Transition for Working Parents & the Line Managers Who Support Them | The school gates are calling and for working parents, that means more than buying new shoes. In this episode, I share practical, research-backed strategies to ease the back-to-school juggle, plus a powerful guide for line managers on how to support parents in their teams without losing productivity. Whether you're navigating uniforms and lunchboxes or leading a team through this transition, you'll walk away with tips you can use today to make September smoother, saner, and stronger. More details: https://luminate-group.co.uk/podcast/168 Connect on LinkedIn Here Follow on Instagram Here Love the Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast? Let's take the conversation further. Subscribe for exclusive insights delivered straight to your inbox - designed to support you in leading with confidence and living with intention. | — | ||||||
| 8/6/25 | ![]() A Seat at Their Table: My Guest Episode on The Evolving Leader | In this special episode, I join Jean Gomes and Scott Allender on The Evolving Leader podcast - an acclaimed show known for deep, thought-provoking conversations with global leadership experts. We explore my journey from burnout to balance, and what it truly means to thrive as a leader, mother, and woman. A powerful conversation on mindset, wellbeing, and redefining success - without the sacrifice. More details: https://luminate-group.co.uk/podcast/167 Connect on LinkedIn Here Follow on Instagram Here Love the Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast? Let's take the conversation further. Subscribe for exclusive insights delivered straight to your inbox - designed to support you in leading with confidence and living with intention. | — | ||||||
| 7/22/25 | ![]() Sanity-Saving Summer: The Leadership Toolkit Every Working Parent Needs | This summer, leadership at home matters more than ever. In this episode,I share the real strategies keeping working parents afloat during the school holidays - not magic fixes, but practical systems that act as your sanity-saving scaffold. Discover my top 5 family SOPs (including 3 free resources you can use right now) and learn why true leadership is about supporting yourself as much as your family. Download your free toolkit at www.luminate-group.co.uk/podcast/166 and take the pressure off this summer. Love the Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast? Let's take the conversation further. Subscribe for exclusive insights delivered straight to your inbox - designed to support you in leading with confidence and living with intention. | — | ||||||
| 7/9/25 | ![]() Ask This Book a Question: How to Outsmart Decision Fatigue with Vicki Tan | Mind feeling full? The mental load and decision fatigue are real and they're exhausting. In this episode, I'm joined by Vicki Tan, Pinterest's Design Lead and author of Ask This Book a Question, to explore why our brains get overwhelmed and how to find clarity in the chaos. We dive into the surprising power of cognitive biases, how to work with your brain (not against it), and why asking better questions can shift everything. If your head's spinning and your to-do list won't quit, this conversation is the pause you've been craving. Whether you're contemplating a career change, navigating motherhood, or simply figuring out what's for dinner tonight, this episode will help you move from stuck to sure-footed. Because every decision you make shapes who you are becoming, and sometimes, the key isn't finding the right answer but learning to ask the right question. Tune in to discover how Vicki's playful yet profound book can become your new go-to decision-making companion. 🔗 More details Love the Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast? Let's take the conversation further. Subscribe for exclusive insights delivered straight to your inbox - designed to support you in leading with confidence and living with intention. | — | ||||||
| 6/25/25 | ![]() The Quiet Power of Marginal Gains: How Tiny Changes Can Transform Your Life | What if your next breakthrough didn't need to be big? In this episode, I explore how tiny 1% shifts- known as marginal gains- can lead to extraordinary results. You'll hear insights from elite sport and leadership psychology, and I share how these small changes have reshaped my own life and work. Because long-term success? It often starts with something small. If you're a high-achieving woman craving a more sustainable way to grow, this one's for you. 🔗 More details: https://luminate-group.co.uk/podcast/164 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luminate/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickyloweleadership/ Love the Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast? Let's take the conversation further. Subscribe for exclusive insights delivered straight to your inbox - designed to support you in leading with confidence and living with intention. | — | ||||||
| 6/11/25 | ![]() From Boardroom to Babies and Back Again: The Hidden Cost of Unsupported Returns to Work | Returning to work after having a baby is one of the most emotionally charged transitions a woman can face, and it's one that too often goes unsupported. In this powerful episode, I am joined by business psychologist and founder of & Culture Consulting, Clare Radford, to explore the findings from her groundbreaking report, How to Support Returning Parents: From Boardroom to Babies and Back Again. With insights drawn from nearly 400 personal stories, Clare shines a light on the unseen struggles faced by women returning from maternity leave, and what businesses must do to keep their top talent from quietly slipping away. Together, we dive into the emotional toll, the hidden biases, and the practical steps needed to build a workplace where working parents can thrive. In this episode, you'll discover: The emotional and psychological impact of returning to work as a parent Why ambition doesn't disappear with parenthood, and what organisations are missing The five game-changing strategies every employer should implement How self-advocacy can transform a return-to-work experience The cost to businesses and society of getting this wrong, and the ROI of getting it right Whether you're a working mum preparing to return to work, an HR leader wanting to improve retention, or someone passionate about creating more humane workplaces, this episode is essential listening. You can listen to the episode here or via itunes or spotify. Or you can find it on most other podcast platforms and apps. Could you do me a huge favour and share this episode with two or three working mums that pop into your head as you listen? My mission is to support as many working mums on their journey as possible, and so I'd be so grateful if you supported them by offering this free podcast. I hope it's been helpful to you, and if so, I hope you pass that on. Please consider rating and reviewing my show. Your review can help other people find my podcast so you'll be helping another working mum find this resource. Plus I also love to go in and read them. Just click here to review, select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you! Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I want to encourage you to get subscribed as I don't want you to miss out. I'm adding some exciting bonus episodes and if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out. Click here to subscribe in iTunes! | — | ||||||
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3 placements across 3 markets.
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3 placements across 3 markets.

























