Everyone has a story that has shaped them into the person they are today.
“A Double Life” raises awareness about the unseen challenges faced by parents, especially women, breaking down societal stereotypes and expectations. Through storytelling, education, and empowerment, we highlight resilience and courage while creating a supportive community for individuals navigating adversity and juggling multiple responsibilities.
Please be advised that the following content may contain triggering topics such as child loss, suicide, domestic violence, drug use, and other sensitive themes. Viewer discretion is advised and it is recommended that individuals who may be triggered by such subjects proceed with caution or seek support if needed. Your mental health and well-being are important, and we encourage you to prioritise self-care while engaging with this content.
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Everyone has a story that has shaped them into the person they are today.
“A Double Life” raises awareness about the unseen challenges faced by parents, especially women, breaking down societal stereotypes and expectations. Through storytelling, education, and empowerment, we highlight resilience and courage while creating a supportive community for individuals navigating adversity and juggling multiple responsibilities.
Please be advised that the following content may contain triggering topics such as child loss, suicide, domestic violence, drug use, and other sensitive themes. Viewer discretion is advised and it is recommended that individuals who may be triggered by such subjects proceed with caution or seek support if needed. Your mental health and well-being are important, and we encourage you to prioritise self-care while engaging with this content.
Brought to you by Meke Baby & Oli 6 Goat Milk
Madelyn Carafa - "Motherhood cracked me into a million pieces"
A Double Life
24 minutes
8 months ago
Madelyn Carafa - "Motherhood cracked me into a million pieces"
Motherhood isn’t about comparison, as Madeline says, “Your hard is your hard.” It reshaped her identity, but over the years, she’s been finding her new self.
The challenges you face as a parent aren’t permanent, they’re all part of the journey.
0:00 – Your heart is your heart—it doesn’t have to be anyone else’s.
1:00 – Motherhood cracked me into a million pieces.
2:00 – Picking up those pieces and finding the new me.
3:00 – The power of stillness and perspective.
4:00 – This season is hard, but it’s not permanent.
5:00 – Gratitude filled my entire body.
6:00 – Dropping my son to a daycare he loves.
7:00 – My daughter was thriving, and I was doing work that fueled my soul.
8:00 – Carrying guilt during my second pregnancy.
9:00 – Sleep deprivation and dark thoughts.
10:00 – My breaking point: an emergency surgery.
11:00 – Sitting in the darkness while holding gratitude.
12:00 – My parents’ support was a turning point.
13:00 – Simple acts of self-care started to rebuild me.
14:00 – Gratitude and perspective became my superpowers.
15:00 – Returning to myself through small, intentional moments.
16:00 – My son’s anaphylactic reaction—another challenge.
17:00 – Sleep deprivation changed who I was.
18:00 – The turning point at 12 months—finding hope.
19:00 – Letting go of expectations that didn’t serve me.
20:00 – Gratitude for a thriving family and a fulfilling career.
21:00 – It’s okay to feel the hard moments deeply.
22:00 – Finding the new version of yourself as a mother.
23:00 – Self-care is essential—it shapes who you become.0:00 – Your heart is your heart—it doesn’t have to be anyone else’s.
1:00 – Motherhood cracked me into a million pieces.
2:00 – Picking up those pieces and finding the new me.
3:00 – The power of stillness and perspective.
4:00 – This season is hard, but it’s not permanent.
5:00 – Gratitude filled my entire body.
6:00 – Dropping my son to a daycare he loves.
7:00 – My daughter was thriving, and I was doing work that fueled my soul.
8:00 – Carrying guilt during my second pregnancy.
9:00 – Sleep deprivation and dark thoughts.
10:00 – My breaking point: an emergency surgery.
11:00 – Sitting in the darkness while holding gratitude.
12:00 – My parents’ support was a turning point.
13:00 – Simple acts of self-care started to rebuild me.
14:00 – Gratitude and perspective became my superpowers.
15:00 – Returning to myself through small, intentional moments.
16:00 – My son’s anaphylactic reaction—another challenge.
17:00 – Sleep deprivation changed who I was.
18:00 – The turning point at 12 months—finding hope.
19:00 – Letting go of expectations that didn’t serve me.
20:00 – Gratitude for a thriving family and a fulfilling career.
21:00 – It’s okay to feel the hard moments deeply.
22:00 – Finding the new version of yourself as a mother.
23:00 – Self-care is essential—it shapes who you become.
A Double Life
Everyone has a story that has shaped them into the person they are today.
“A Double Life” raises awareness about the unseen challenges faced by parents, especially women, breaking down societal stereotypes and expectations. Through storytelling, education, and empowerment, we highlight resilience and courage while creating a supportive community for individuals navigating adversity and juggling multiple responsibilities.
Please be advised that the following content may contain triggering topics such as child loss, suicide, domestic violence, drug use, and other sensitive themes. Viewer discretion is advised and it is recommended that individuals who may be triggered by such subjects proceed with caution or seek support if needed. Your mental health and well-being are important, and we encourage you to prioritise self-care while engaging with this content.
Brought to you by Meke Baby & Oli 6 Goat Milk
