A very important Dear Lorraine episode this week - I’m responding to listener Elke, who says: “I’m thinking about returning to work post baby and I’m struggling with Mum Guilt.” I’ve taken a wider lens in my response to her, and talked about Mum Guilt more broadly.   I cover:  The importance of separating out societal-induced Mum Guilt, and our own motherly instincts My two experiences of Mum Guilt  Celebrating yourself as a mum  Women as the “emotional thermometer” of the household  How I pushed myself too hard after having Lexi I so hope this episode helps to soothe your soul and reinforce your own innate wisdom and worth as a mother. I see you! My Bali retreat is happening again in October.  You can find out all about it here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/retreat-2024 AND I’m hosting my first Aussie retreat in a very long time.  Haven is happening on the NSW Central Coast in November, and Anthony is hosting a breathwork session.  Find out more here: lorrainemurphy.com.au/haven  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.