Building a Life and Biz On The Road

What would it take to quit your job, sell everything, and travel the world for six years - with your kid in tow?

In today’s inspiring Mum's Talk episode, I’m joined by Janina Breitling: mother, adventurer, entrepreneur, and founder of the sustainable menstrual product brand Nookees. Together, we dive into her story of leaving behind a stable freelance journalism career to give her son a different kind of education - one built on experience, connection, and a deep respect for the world.

We talk about:

• How Janina prepared for a global trip with her five-year-old

• What worldschooling actually looked like in practice

• Starting a mission-driven product business from a kitchen table in Bali

• Creating the Nookees Foundation and tackling period poverty across three continents

• Motherhood, identity, and how to follow your instincts (even when everyone says you’re crazy)

Whether you’ve ever dreamt of leaving it all behind or you just need a dose of bravery and bold motherhood, this one’s for you.

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You might not feel like you’ve got much in common with a global superstar like Rihannam but you do! Yep, even the rich and famous wrestle with the identity shift that comes with motherhood. From feeling guilty about working, to navigating body changes, and struggling with the new 'mum' version of themselves… yes, even Rihanna has said 'same.' I share why Rihanna’s recent comments struck such a chord with me, and why comparing our lives to others (celebs or not) often misses the point. We’re all figuring it out, one day at a time.

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If you're struggling with money since becoming a mum or expanding your family, you are not alone. In this episode, I share what I wish I'd heard before having a child, including:

• Why maternity pay isn’t a full salary replacement

• What I would have done differently financially

• Common mistakes self-employed mums make

• Honest tips to cut costs without cutting joy

• How my family saves on clothes, toys, food, and more without shame

Whether you're expecting, self-employed, or just wondering where all your money is going, this episode offers real stories and smart, practical advice to help you feel more in control of your finances.

Links mentioned:

• Dirty Dozen list for organic food
• Free Meal Planning Spreadsheet and ChatGPT prompt

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