S17 Ep10: The reality of juggling parenting and career ambition with Sian Welby

This week on The Netmums Podcast, Wendy Golledge and Alison Perry welcome Capital Breakfast’s Sian Welby. Sian, a devoted mum to one-year-old Ruby, shares her journey of balancing motherhood with a high-profile career, and the joys and challenges that come with it.
In this chat Sian opens up about the realities of parenting, the pressures of returning to work shortly after giving birth, and the importance of maintaining her identity amidst the chaos of motherhood. She reflects on her own experiences, including her recent interview with the iconic Taylor Swift, revealing how these moments shape her perspective as both a parent and a professional.

In this episode:

• The challenges of balancing a high-profile career with motherhood
• How to navigate the pressures of returning to work after maternity leave
• The importance of self-care for parents and caregivers
• Finding joy in the small moments with your children
• Encouraging open conversations about parenting roles in relationships

Sian's refreshing honesty and humour shine through as she discusses the complexities of modern parenting, offering relatable insights for all parents juggling similar struggles.

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