What?
Welcome to Mama&More, where I share my journey as a first time mum. This newsletter is an honest reflection of my experience of motherhood as well as a space for creative expression, subjects I’m curious about and things I think are beautiful or interesting, because I’m a mama, but I’m also much more.
What you can expect:
My thoughts on motherhood in real time including insights from professionals where possible.
Areas of birth and beyond that I feel need more interrogation.
Experiences with and without my son, including local travel and further afield.
Creativity through the lens of being a mum and in general.
Artistic things I feel called to share e.g. poems, letters, photos.
Interviews and insights about motherhood/parenting from people who can provide a different perspective than mine.
Subjects outside of motherhood that I am curious about.
Disclaimer: This newsletter isn’t about me saying, ‘this is how you do it’. Parenting is far too personal for that. I will simply be asking questions and discovering things for myself in the hope that you can find something of value from being on this journey with me.
Who?
Hey 👋 I’m Jenny. I live in Durham (UK) with my husband and son. I’m a Story and Voice Specialist at a children’s charity where I love interviewing the young people we work with and helping to bring their stories to life. I have a Masters in Creative Writing and I enjoy writing in various mediums including non-fiction, fiction and poetry.
Why?
Having my son has been the most impactful event of my life - I’ve never felt a love like this, it has also been one of the most challenging things I’ve ever done. His arrival transformed my life in all the ways you would expect but there was also a lot that I wasn’t prepared for. I made this newsletter because it is something I would have loved to have found when I needed it the most. I also share some of my interests outside of motherhood as I think it’s important that we see mothers in their entirety. This is a space for connection, creativity and community.
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