Motherhood, Mental Health, and Marketing Success: Insights from Sophie Harris AKA Looking After Mum
Update: 2024-11-25
Description
In this episode Sophie Harris AKA Looking After Mum shares her journey from her early days in the mental health sector, and dealing with childhood experiences, to building a thriving private practice during the pandemic - throwing an unplanned pregnancy in the mix too.
The conversation delves into the struggles of motherhood, the challenges of balancing work and family life, and Sophie's incredible growth on social media, amassing 100,000 followers by honing her content strategy. Sophie also opens up about handling online negativity and the importance of setting boundaries.
We also talk rage, common relationship issues she sees in couples who are also parents to young kids, plans for the future, and finding joy amidst the chaos of motherhood.
Find Sophie on Instagram here
Or her website here
Don't forget to join the conversation with me on Instagram here.
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Episode Highlights
02:06 Sophie's Early Life and Career Beginnings
05:15 Journey into Mental Health and Occupational Therapy
09:03 Burnout and a New Beginning
09:52 Starting a Private Practice During the Pandemic
17:13 Building an Instagram Following
23:11 The Realities of Social Media Growth
26:37 Facing Criticism and Standing Firm
28:06 Setting Healthy Boundaries
29:49 Navigating Motherhood and Social Media
32:02 Supporting Mums Through Imperfection
33:18 Relationship Strain After Babies
37:48 Managing Resentment and Rage
43:25 Balancing Parenting and Self-Care
47:44 Marketing for Therapists
50:05 Future Plans and Reflections
53:30 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
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