Sarah Hoover: 'I Felt Nothing for This Baby' - What People Aren’t Telling You About Motherhood
What if the moment your baby arrives, the only thing you feel is... nothing? This week, I’m joined by author Sarah Hoover, whose raw and honest book, 'The Motherload,' has become essential reading for anyone who’s struggled with the ups and downs of early motherhood. We explore what happens when your mental health collapses, but you still look 'fine,' why therapy was such a lifeline, and how Sarah finally started to feel like herself again. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who needs to hear Sarah’s honesty. It really makes a difference. Bryony xx Get in touch: Got something you'd like to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB. Or you can use our WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB Prefer email? Drop me a line at [email protected]. Books discussed in this episode: The Motherload by Sarah Hoover A raw, surreal, and honest account of what happens when a woman comes undone in the first year of motherhood. Credits: Presenter: Bryony Gordon Guest: Sarah Hoover Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan Audio & Video Editor: Luke Shelley Executive Producer: Mike Wooller Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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