Mother’s Day, Mixed Emotions & What Family Really Means

In this episode, I reflect on Mother’s Day — a day that can mean very different things depending on your experiences.

After spending time with my mum and sister (and laughing until we couldn’t breathe), it got me thinking about the complexity of relationships, especially for children in care and care leavers.

I talk about the emotional weight days like this can carry, the pressure to feel a certain way, and why understanding, choice, and space are so important for young people navigating these moments.

I also share a powerful resource created by a care leaver, My Rights, My Life, and why lived experience is so important in shaping better support.

This episode is about more than one day — it’s about belonging, relationships, and what family really means.