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MotherWell is the podcast for every African millennial and Gen Z mum doing her best to mother well in spirit, soul, and body.
Hosted by Feyi Bello, this honest, faith-filled space explores the beautiful, messy, sacred work of motherhood without filters or judgment.
Each week, we unpack the invisible load of motherhood, celebrating the joy and laughing at the struggle.
Whether you’re breastfeeding at 3 a.m. or stuck in Lagos traffic, we've got you! You are never alone.
Be Fruitful 🍇🍒🍑 (Gen 1:28)
Brought to you by SWADDLE — www.swaddleapp.co
Hosted by Feyi Bello, this honest, faith-filled space explores the beautiful, messy, sacred work of motherhood without filters or judgment.
Each week, we unpack the invisible load of motherhood, celebrating the joy and laughing at the struggle.
Whether you’re breastfeeding at 3 a.m. or stuck in Lagos traffic, we've got you! You are never alone.
Be Fruitful 🍇🍒🍑 (Gen 1:28)
Brought to you by SWADDLE — www.swaddleapp.co
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In this episode, Feyi is lamenting.What do you do when God answers your prayers, just not in the way you imagined?What happens when the plan shifts and you’re left blinking like, “Lord… this is not what we discussed”?This is an honest, slightly dramatic, faith-filled conversation about refining seasons, unexpected detours, and trusting God even when you don’t understand Him.Because one thing about God, there is always more healing.There is always more growth.And as long as You’re the one driving this thing, Lord…Your servant is ready. 🤍✨F7RMi7xTMLAizYMwhaaU
You asked. I answered. No dodging 😭This week’s episode is a full Q&A with questions straight from this community.It’s honest, it’s unfiltered, and it’s very MotherWell.
In this episode, Feyi responds to a powerful question she was recently asked: Can motherhood coexist with fear?Her answer? Fear is a prerequisite.From the moment you conceive, you are afraid. Afraid of losing, afraid of failing, afraid of not being enough. And yet, you show up anyway.This episode explores how fear doesn’t disqualify you from being a good mother. It often confirms how deeply you care. Feyi unpacks the difference between fear that paralyses and fear that protects, and how faith meets us right in the middle of it.If you’ve ever loved your child so much it scared you… this conversation is for you. 🤍✨
It’s 2026 and Feyi Is already going through it. In this episode, she looks back on the lessons and blessings from December 2025 and reflects on the fact that the new year came in swinging. Swaddle is very much overdue (past 40 weeks and still loading), Instagram permanently disabled our accounts, and honestly, nothing is going according to plan.But we laugh. We vent. We regroup. And somehow, God pulls up like, “Relax, I’ve got this.” A reminder that even when things feel shaky, He’s still very much in control.If you started the year already tired, confused, or side-eyeing God just a little… this one is for you. 😭😂🙏🏾
As the year winds down, we slow things down on MotherWell and take a moment to reflect. In this special Christmas episode, Feyi shares her heart on the lessons of the year, the moments that shaped her, and the quiet joys that carried her through motherhood.It’s a gentle conversation about gratitude, faith, family, and finding joy in the midst of the chaos. A reminder to pause, breathe, and celebrate how far you’ve come.Whether you’re wrapping gifts, cooking for loved ones, or stealing a quiet moment for yourself, this episode is your invitation to rest, reflect, and soak in a little Christmas joy. 🎄✨m2BCWer6rte1e5TZLY8V
Today we *finally* have Ibi Ibru on the podcast! She is my best friend and the founder and CEO of Moneystart, my business partner for The Mum Fund, and the godmother to my babies!In this heartfelt, joy-filled & slightly shady episode, we talk all things sisterhood, friendship, money, purpose, and our big 2026 plans. You’ll get to meet the woman who has stood beside me through every high and low, the one who challenges me, prays with me, fights for me, and dreams with me.This episode is called My Sister’s Keeper for a reason.By the time you're done listening, you’ll understand exactly why we are perfect for each other and why every woman deserves a friendship like this.Grab your headphones, this one feels like you're eavesdropping on a call between two friends.
For the first time ever on MotherWell, a Dad joins us on the couch, and it’s none other than Eric Fireman, our director and the creative force behind Fireman Productions. The man who brings MotherWell to life finally steps in front of the camera, and trust us, the laughter did not stop.In this fun, honest, and surprisingly emotional episode, Eric shares his take on fatherhood, partnership, men’s mental health and loss.It’s raw. It’s chaotic. It’s heartwarming.And it’s a side of Eric we’ve never seen before and we are so thrilled to share this with you. Tune in. You’re going to love this one. 🎧✨
Did someone call a THERAPIST?You asked and we finally delivered. We are so pleased to welcome Funmto Ogunbanwo (@funmto), the lead clinical psychotherapist and founder of Ibi Ayo (@ibii.ayo).In this powerful episode, we dive into all things motherhood: what really happens to the brain after having a baby, the signs to look out for, and how to show up for a woman who is struggling.This conversation is honest, eye-opening, and deeply needed.You do not want to miss this one. 🎧✨
People think pregnancy and labour are the most difficult parts of becoming a mum. For Feyi, it’s the first few months after birth, that are the most difficult. In this raw and deeply honest episode, Feyi opens up about her postpartum experience, the exhaustion, the body changes, the emotional fog, and the silent unraveling that so many new mothers walk through alone.She shares what it feels like to lose your sense of self while trying to keep a tiny human alive, and how faith, grace, and community helped her find light again.This is for the mum who’s smiling through tears, the friend who doesn’t know what to say, and the family member who wants to help but doesn’t know how.A gentle reminder to a new mum that this too shall pass. We see you and love you and will hold space for you here.You are not alone
In this deeply personal episode, Feyi sits down with her mum, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Adesanya, for an intimate conversation about faith, love, and the sacred calling of motherhood. Together, they reflect on family, legacy, and the lessons learned through seasons of grace and growth. From heartfelt memories to timeless wisdom, this is an honest, emotional, and faith-filled exchange, a true MotherWell moment.
Send us a textIn this heartfelt episode, Feyi opens up about her personal relationship with prayer — especially as it concerns her children. She shares when and how she began praying for them, how that carried through her pregnancies, and how she now brings her kids into the rhythm of prayer today.It’s honest, raw, funny, and deeply relatable — a beautiful reminder that there’s no formula for prayer, just a mother’s heart and a God who listens.🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube#MotherWellPodcast #BeFruitful #LetUsMotherWell #FaithBasedParenting #AfricanMumContentHope you enjoyed this episode, Follow Feyi on Instagram MotherWell Swaddle The Luxury Collection
Send us a textIn this special Ask Feyi episode of the MotherWell Podcast, Feyi answers your most honest questions about raising boys versus raising girls.From the tender art of gentle parenting to the faith required to raise confident, kind, God-centered children, she shares the joys, struggles, and lessons she’s learning along the way.It’s warm, honest, and full of those “me too” moments every parent can relate to. Whether you’re a boy mum, girl mum, or both, this one’s for you. 💙💖🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube#MotherWellPodcast #BeFruitful #LetUsMotherWell #FaithBasedParenting #AfricanMumContentHope you enjoyed this episode, Follow Feyi on Instagram MotherWell Swaddle The Luxury Collection
Send us a textThis week on the MotherWell Podcast, Feyi does something different, a Bible study turned heart surgery on Isaiah 60.In this passionate, spirit-led episode, she breaks down how this scripture reveals God’s prophetic blueprint for Nigeria: to rise from obscurity into light and glory. But here’s the tension; the average Nigerian is tired, disillusioned, and done praying for the country. And that’s exactly where the problem lies.Who will tarry in prayer over this nation? Who will believe again?With humour, honesty, and a spark of holy defiance, Feyi shares how God gave her a heart transplant for Nigeria and how she’s now on the lookout for a small company of believers to stand in the gap. (“I don’t need more than seven of you,” she laughs. “If one can chase a thousand, seven can chase a billion and there are only a few hundred million of us anyway!”)It’s bold. It’s heartfelt. It’s a call to intercession for the nation we love to complain about, but that God refuses to abandon.🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.#MotherWellPodcast #NigeriaWillRise #BeFruitful #LetUsMotherWell #FaithBasedPodcastHope you enjoyed this episode, Follow Feyi on Instagram MotherWell Swaddle The Luxury Collection
Send us a textThis week on the MotherWell Podcast, we’re joined by sisters, best friends, and accidental pregnancy twins; Nela and Xerona Duke, daughters of former Cross River State Governor, Donald Duke.These two are hilarious, quirky, and full of heart. 💛 Married and mothers, yet somehow managing to get pregnant at the same time - not once, not twice, but three times! (completely unplanned!) 😂In this warm and fuzzy episode, they share the beautiful chaos of sisterhood, motherhood, faith, and family, and how all of it ties together in their journey of raising Christian kids.It’s joyful, relatable, and a reminder that motherhood is always better when shared.🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify📺 Visual episode streaming on YouTube#MotherWellPodcast #BeFruitful #LetUsMotherWell #FaithBasedPodcast #AfricanMumContentHope you enjoyed this episode, Follow Feyi on Instagram MotherWell Swaddle The Luxury Collection
Send us a textIn this heartfelt episode of The MotherWell Podcast, we sit down with mother–daughter besties, Funke and Ajoke Braithwaite, to explore the beautiful bond they share and the journey that has shaped them. From their love for traveling together to the wellness practices that keep them grounded, they open up about how grief, faith, and intentional living have transformed their lives.Together, they share candid stories of navigating the loss of a daughter and sister, how they continue to honor her memory, and the role of wellness and faith in their healing journey. This episode is a tender reminder that even in seasons of loss, love and faith can create space for joy, strength, and new purpose.Tune in for laughter, wisdom, and the kind of vulnerability that makes you feel less alone.🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.#MotherWellPodcast #BeFruitful #LetUsMotherWell #FaithBasedPodcastHope you enjoyed this episode, Follow Feyi on Instagram MotherWell Swaddle The Luxury Collection
Send us a textThis week, Feyi opens up about a summer that changed everything: a season filled with joy, stress, ministry, and grief. From the whirlwind of mothering her children in London, to preaching in both London and America, to hosting Swaddle in the Park, she reflects on what it means to surrender when life feels overwhelming.Most tenderly, she shares the impact of losing her beloved Chidera, what her death taught her about suffering as a Christian, the hope that anchors us in grief, and the grace that carries us through the valley.It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s a reminder that even in pain, surrender is the doorway to peace.🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Podcasts & wherever you get your podcasts.#MotherWellPodcast #BeFruitful #LetUsMotherWell #FaithBasedPodcastHope you enjoyed this episode, Follow Feyi on Instagram MotherWell Swaddle The Luxury Collection
Send us a textIn this episode, we get real about the exhausting cycle of people-pleasing, the constant yeses, the unspoken resentments, and the way it slowly chips away at our joy, identity, and peace. If you’ve ever found yourself bending over backwards to keep everyone else comfortable while leaving yourself on empty, this conversation is for you.We’ll talk about:•Where people-pleasing really comes from (spoiler: it’s not just “being nice”).•The subtle ways it shows up in friendships, motherhood, work, and faith.•What it costs us when we keep choosing approval over authenticity.•Practical, faith-filled steps to lovingly set boundaries and choose freedom.This is your permission slip to say enough. To break up with the patterns that don’t serve you and embrace the joy of being fully, unapologetically you.Hope you enjoyed this episode, Follow Feyi on Instagram MotherWell Swaddle The Luxury Collection
Send us a textIn this special episode of the MotherWell Podcast, Feyi sits down with her dear friend Niyi Osidipe to explore the sacred in-between of motherhood and friendship. Together, they talk about what it means to be a village for the mums in our lives, how friendships transform when a friend becomes a mother, and how to show up with grace, patience, and a listening ear.They dive into the challenges of feeling forgotten when life gets busy with little ones, and celebrate those friends who become the mirrors reminding us of who we are and who we used to be. If you’ve ever wondered how to be a better friend to a mum or how to keep sisterhood alive through the messy, beautiful chaos of motherhood, then this episode is for you.Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about maintaining good friendships and showing up for the mums in your life because it truly takes a village.Hope you enjoyed this episode, Follow Feyi on Instagram MotherWell Swaddle The Luxury Collection
Send us a textThis week on the MotherWell Podcast, we’re joined by a woman who truly embodies both vision and heart. 💙Meet Dammy Feyide, Founder & CEO of Let It Shine Academy — a trailblazing school providing free, quality education for Nigerian youth. In this inspiring conversation, Dammy shares her journey of faith, purpose, and the calling that led her to build lasting impact through education. 💫From the challenges of starting out to the miracles that sustain the work, this episode is a reminder that when mothers rise in purpose, entire nations are blessed.🎧 Tune in now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify + wherever you listen📺 Watch the visual episode on YouTube#MotherWellPodcast #BeFruitful #LetUsMotherWell #FaithBasedPodcast #AfricanMumContentHope you enjoyed this episode, Follow Feyi on Instagram MotherWell Swaddle The Luxury Collection
Send us a textIn this heartfelt episode, MoMo Spaine: producer, director & founder of Blush & Slate Films shares her journey as a mother in waiting. She speaks with honesty about navigating the wait with joy and gratitude, the role of friendships and faith, and how society can do better in easing the burden on women in this season.It’s tender, uplifting, and a perspective we don’t hear enough of. Truly, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.🎧 Out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify + wherever you listen📺 Visual episode streaming on YouTube#BeFruitful 🍇🍒🍑 | Let us mother well spirit, soul, and body.Hope you enjoyed this episode, Follow Feyi on Instagram MotherWell Swaddle The Luxury Collection
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