68. The Other Side of Mother’s Day

How do you feel on Mother’s Day? 

A question often not asked. 
Conversations not always had. 

This week I’m prioritising my own wellbeing—and revisiting one of my most vulnerable episodes to date. 
As Mother’s Day approaches, I reflect on a deeply personal part of my story: the grief that came with the decision not to have children, and how illness shaped that path. 

Whether you're living with a health condition, supporting someone who is, or just wanting to understand a different side of Mother’s Day—this episode offers honesty, insight, and hope. 

 

Key Takeaways: 

• Illness can interrupt fertility and reshape the future you planned 
• Grief isn’t always about loss of what was—it’s also the loss of what could have been 
• A meaningful life is still possible, even without parenthood 
• Sharing these stories helps break the silence for others walking a similar path 

 

Show Resources: 

 
 Episode 35 – Hurdle2Hope Stories: Meet Anita Shaw - Living With RA 

 Episode 36 – The Original Version of This Story 

 

 

If you LOVED the episode, please share it to your Instagram stories and tag me @hurdle2hope. 

Other than that, enjoy—chat next week  

 

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Unexpected hurdles interrupt all of our lives. It is how you respond that will define your experience.

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