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From the spotlight of reality TV to the chaos of raising two young girls, Ash Pollard opens up about how motherhood shook her to the core. In this honest and emotional conversation, Ash shares her journey of identity loss, the pressure to keep performing, and how she’s navigating the raw realities of being a mum.
You’ll hear:
- How Ash landed her first role in TV and why it’s not as glamorous as it seems
- What shocked her most about early motherhood and the identity crisis that followed
- Her struggle to reconcile ambition with the unpredictability of parenting
- How becoming a mum shook her to the core, despite years in high-pressure roles, and sought help in her darkest days to navigate her new world
- Her honest take on ambition, identity, and why the transition to motherhood is never as simple as it seems
Whether you're chasing your own goals or adjusting to life as a new mum, Ash’s story is a reminder that we’re all figuring it out as we go.
Show Links
Connect with Ash on Instagram @ashpollard__ and check out the Shaker Bag Mushrooms
Follow Working Mumma on Instagram @workingmummacommunity or LinkedIn
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