In this moving episode of Mama Becoming, Laura speaks with Amina, an Emirati woman whose journey through marriage, motherhood, and a shocking health diagnosis is nothing short of extraordinary. Amina opens up about navigating cultural expectations, her smooth pregnancy, and the emotional whirlwind that followed the birth of her baby — an ovarian cancer diagnosis.

With incredible strength and vulnerability, Amina shares how she processed the news, leaned on her family, and began her path toward healing. Her story is a reminder of the resilience mothers carry and the importance of support systems during life’s most difficult transitions.

In this episode of Mama Becoming, Laura speaks with Jessica White about the raw and real side of postpartum life. From sleepless nights and feeding challenges to emotional recovery and identity shifts, Jessica opens up about the realities many new mothers face—but rarely speak about.

She shares how support from her partner and friends, navigating breastfeeding, and finding her rhythm with a newborn helped her move through the fog of early motherhood. Together, Laura and Jessica explore how every baby is different, why communication and connection are essential, and how postpartum isn't just a phase—it's a journey.

Whether you're in the thick of it or preparing for what's ahead, this episode offers reassurance, honesty, and insight for new and expecting mums.

In this episode, Jess opens up about her emotional journey to motherhood, beginning with her struggles with endometriosis and fertility. After making intentional lifestyle changes, Jess conceived through IUI and shares how she navigated her pregnancy.

She reflects on the importance of a supportive birth team—including her doula—and walks us through her intense but empowering birth experience. With honesty and warmth, Jess talks about the moment she met her baby, how she adapted her birth plan, and how she's already thinking about the future.

This is a powerful story of preparation, flexibility, and strength—especially for anyone facing fertility challenges or preparing for birth.