60 acast.com MUMs for Life - The Deconstructed Mum https://shows.acast.com/the-deconstructed-mum en Centre for Fathering Centre for Fathering Is motherhood that great? ‘Is motherhood that great?’ The truth is - motherhood changes a woman, and it can be disorientating. Becoming a mum confronts us with our evolving identity and the multiple roles we play as women.


The Deconstructed Mum, hosted by Family Life Educator, Alvina Chin, brings personal stories about the relatable but also complicated parts of navigating modern motherhood. Each episode features a mum who shares her experience with various aspects of motherhood, from the delicate mother-daughter relationship to the daily courage of raising a child with additional needs.


Hear the stories, gain personal insights, and maybe even find something to talk about with another mum. 



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]]> ‘Is motherhood that great?’ The truth is - motherhood changes a woman, and it can be disorientating. Becoming a mum confronts us with our evolving identity and the multiple roles we play as women.


The Deconstructed Mum, hosted by Family Life Educator, Alvina Chin, brings personal stories about the relatable but also complicated parts of navigating modern motherhood. Each episode features a mum who shares her experience with various aspects of motherhood, from the delicate mother-daughter relationship to the daily courage of raising a child with additional needs.


Hear the stories, gain personal insights, and maybe even find something to talk about with another mum. 



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]]> false Centre for Fathering info+65cf0ff6d18c7b0016e435cd@mg-eu.acast.com 65cf0ff6d18c7b0016e435cd the-deconstructed-mum episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/cover/1708068832149-75f2cb72553a582d77d009707cf53b4b.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/the-deconstructed-mum MUMs for Life - The Deconstructed Mum Breaking the Cycle Breaking the Cycle Thu, 05 Jun 2025 14:05:19 GMT 47:46 683e8f2c43d6b388a659a5b7 false https://shows.acast.com/the-deconstructed-mum/episodes/breaking-the-cycle 683e8f2c43d6b388a659a5b7 65cf0ff6d18c7b0016e435cd breaking-the-cycle Learning to walk away full 2 6 What does it take to start over? In this powerful episode, Michelle, a mother of two, shares her journey from being a teen drug trafficker to building a new life anchored in purpose and hope. As drug abuse continues to rise among youth, with some as young as 13 falling into the trap, her story offers a rare and honest glimpse into the struggles of recovery and redemption. Tune in to hear how she found the strength to break free from her past and redefine her future.


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]]> What does it take to start over? In this powerful episode, Michelle, a mother of two, shares her journey from being a teen drug trafficker to building a new life anchored in purpose and hope. As drug abuse continues to rise among youth, with some as young as 13 falling into the trap, her story offers a rare and honest glimpse into the struggles of recovery and redemption. Tune in to hear how she found the strength to break free from her past and redefine her future.


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]]> The Legacy of Mothers The Legacy of Mothers Tue, 13 May 2025 14:22:07 GMT 1:03:20 6823559068999864d6acf4d8 false https://shows.acast.com/the-deconstructed-mum/episodes/the-legacy-of-mothers 6823559068999864d6acf4d8 65cf0ff6d18c7b0016e435cd the-legacy-of-mothers Learning to inspire change full 2 5 From heartfelt stories of lessons passed down by our mothers to the wisdom gained from the mums around us, this episode explores how motherhood shapes our values, choices, and relationships in lasting ways.


Join us in conversation with Nafisah Suheimi—mum of two, co-founder of Ibu Sepanjang Hayat (a MUMs for Life movement in the Malay Muslim community), and author of Navigating the Honeycomb: Life of a Multi-hyphenated Mother and Leader. She shares how her own understanding of motherhood has evolved through the seasons of life.


Mother’s Day may be over, but this episode is a timely reminder to honour the everyday legacy of mums—not just with cards and brunches, but in the quiet, thoughtful ways that truly matter.


Tune in for an honest, inspiring conversation on the mothers who made us—and how their influence continues to shape who we are.

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]]> From heartfelt stories of lessons passed down by our mothers to the wisdom gained from the mums around us, this episode explores how motherhood shapes our values, choices, and relationships in lasting ways.


Join us in conversation with Nafisah Suheimi—mum of two, co-founder of Ibu Sepanjang Hayat (a MUMs for Life movement in the Malay Muslim community), and author of Navigating the Honeycomb: Life of a Multi-hyphenated Mother and Leader. She shares how her own understanding of motherhood has evolved through the seasons of life.


Mother’s Day may be over, but this episode is a timely reminder to honour the everyday legacy of mums—not just with cards and brunches, but in the quiet, thoughtful ways that truly matter.


Tune in for an honest, inspiring conversation on the mothers who made us—and how their influence continues to shape who we are.

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]]> Maternity, Paternity, and Beyond Maternity, Paternity, and Beyond Thu, 03 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT 1:11:10 67ec898a506c6c628cd230d0 false https://shows.acast.com/the-deconstructed-mum/episodes/maternity-paternity-and-beyond 67ec898a506c6c628cd230d0 65cf0ff6d18c7b0016e435cd maternity-paternity-and-beyond Learning to grow together full 2 4 New & Expecting Parents—This One’s for You!


With enhanced parental leave schemes kicking in from 1 April 2025, what should mums and dads-to-be know before taking that big step? In this heartfelt and insightful episode, we sit down with Yvonne Yong—a mum of one with another on the way—as she shares her raw and real experiences from her first maternity leave, how she's planning differently this time around, and why she believes paternity leave isn’t just a perk—it’s essential.


From juggling newborn life to redefining what postpartum rest really means, Yvonne opens up about the unspoken challenges and the importance of shared responsibility. If you're planning for a baby or know someone who is, this is the conversation you won't want to miss.

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]]> New & Expecting Parents—This One’s for You!


With enhanced parental leave schemes kicking in from 1 April 2025, what should mums and dads-to-be know before taking that big step? In this heartfelt and insightful episode, we sit down with Yvonne Yong—a mum of one with another on the way—as she shares her raw and real experiences from her first maternity leave, how she's planning differently this time around, and why she believes paternity leave isn’t just a perk—it’s essential.


From juggling newborn life to redefining what postpartum rest really means, Yvonne opens up about the unspoken challenges and the importance of shared responsibility. If you're planning for a baby or know someone who is, this is the conversation you won't want to miss.

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]]> Partnership in Motherhood Partnership in Motherhood Wed, 05 Mar 2025 13:00:00 GMT 37:25 67c50af155c66cd8c71eaaa2 false https://shows.acast.com/the-deconstructed-mum/episodes/partnership-in-motherhood 67c50af155c66cd8c71eaaa2 65cf0ff6d18c7b0016e435cd partnership-in-motherhood Learning to stand together full 2 3

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]]> Motherhood as a Catalyst Motherhood as a Catalyst Sat, 01 Feb 2025 12:00:00 GMT 48:24 6796fcc4ae8b037c918c5136 false https://shows.acast.com/the-deconstructed-mum/episodes/motherhood-as-a-catalyst 6796fcc4ae8b037c918c5136 65cf0ff6d18c7b0016e435cd motherhood-as-a-catalyst Learning to redefine success full 2 2 Motherhood is not just a journey of raising a child—it’s a powerful transformation of self. In this episode of The Deconstructed Mum, Sophia Ng, Co-founder of Kidztropic Singapore, shares her personal journey of rediscovery and growth as she navigated the challenges and opportunities that came with becoming a mum.


If you’ve ever felt that motherhood is a journey of profound transformation, this conversation will resonate deeply. Tune in for an inspiring and honest discussion about growth, self-discovery, and the unique challenges of parenting.

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]]> Motherhood is not just a journey of raising a child—it’s a powerful transformation of self. In this episode of The Deconstructed Mum, Sophia Ng, Co-founder of Kidztropic Singapore, shares her personal journey of rediscovery and growth as she navigated the challenges and opportunities that came with becoming a mum.


If you’ve ever felt that motherhood is a journey of profound transformation, this conversation will resonate deeply. Tune in for an inspiring and honest discussion about growth, self-discovery, and the unique challenges of parenting.

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]]> Motherhood and Leadership Motherhood and Leadership Sat, 04 Jan 2025 07:01:32 GMT 35:52 6778dcce77d7a3f73af0178e false https://shows.acast.com/the-deconstructed-mum/episodes/motherhood-and-leadership 6778dcce77d7a3f73af0178e 65cf0ff6d18c7b0016e435cd motherhood-and-leadership Learning to bridge the gap full 2 1 The Deconstructed Mum, Su Fen Cheong, Founder and CEO of Preschool Market, discusses how workplaces can better support working mothers. She opens up about the pressures of excelling in motherhood and leadership, the importance of leaning on others, and finding balance between ambition and connection. This thought-provoking conversation offers actionable insights for parents and leaders alike.

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]]> The Deconstructed Mum, Su Fen Cheong, Founder and CEO of Preschool Market, discusses how workplaces can better support working mothers. She opens up about the pressures of excelling in motherhood and leadership, the importance of leaning on others, and finding balance between ambition and connection. This thought-provoking conversation offers actionable insights for parents and leaders alike.

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]]> Same Same But Different Same Same But Different Fri, 06 Dec 2024 01:23:07 GMT 46:17 675251fc3427e0b9fb29247a false https://shows.acast.com/the-deconstructed-mum/episodes/same-same-but-different 675251fc3427e0b9fb29247a 65cf0ff6d18c7b0016e435cd same-same-but-different Learning to manage differences full 1 10 In this special crossover episode, Alvina Chin from The Deconstructed Mum teams up with Alsen Chanamuto from The Kopi, Kids, and Kakis Podcast to explore the complexities of marriage and parenting. Join them as they candidly share their journeys, offering perspectives on the adjustments couples face while transitioning into married life and parenthood. Together, they share how they’ve learned to embrace, appreciate, and navigate differences, making for an insightful and relatable conversation.



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]]> In this special crossover episode, Alvina Chin from The Deconstructed Mum teams up with Alsen Chanamuto from The Kopi, Kids, and Kakis Podcast to explore the complexities of marriage and parenting. Join them as they candidly share their journeys, offering perspectives on the adjustments couples face while transitioning into married life and parenthood. Together, they share how they’ve learned to embrace, appreciate, and navigate differences, making for an insightful and relatable conversation.



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]]> Home Away From Home Home Away From Home Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:51:37 GMT 32:08 67281a99bded3765256ed244 false https://shows.acast.com/the-deconstructed-mum/episodes/home-away-from-home 67281a99bded3765256ed244 65cf0ff6d18c7b0016e435cd home-away-from-home full 1 9

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]]> Healing After Loss Healing After Loss Fri, 27 Sep 2024 05:03:47 GMT 41:48 66f63b9ee2386736b573723a false https://shows.acast.com/the-deconstructed-mum/episodes/healing-after-loss 66f63b9ee2386736b573723a 65cf0ff6d18c7b0016e435cd healing-after-loss Learning to heal full 1 8 The month of October marks Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. It gives us an opportunity to remember and support those whose lives have been deeply affected by the loss of a baby.


Listen to this conversation with Mandy Too as she talks about coping with the heartbreaking loss of her twin daughters and how learning to tend to her grief has helped in the healing process.  

 


 

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]]> The month of October marks Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. It gives us an opportunity to remember and support those whose lives have been deeply affected by the loss of a baby.


Listen to this conversation with Mandy Too as she talks about coping with the heartbreaking loss of her twin daughters and how learning to tend to her grief has helped in the healing process.  

 


 

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]]> Second Chances Second Chances Sun, 01 Sep 2024 07:17:21 GMT 31:23 66d415015012e5ffd0e12c15 false https://shows.acast.com/the-deconstructed-mum/episodes/second-chances 66d415015012e5ffd0e12c15 65cf0ff6d18c7b0016e435cd second-chances Learning to reflect full 1 7 Unhappy couples wait an average of six years before getting help, according to psychologist, Dr John Gottman.


Listen to this conversation with Lily Kew as she reflects on lessons she learnt after her divorce, her decision to remarry, and being intentional about raising her daughters while running her business. 



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]]> Unhappy couples wait an average of six years before getting help, according to psychologist, Dr John Gottman.


Listen to this conversation with Lily Kew as she reflects on lessons she learnt after her divorce, her decision to remarry, and being intentional about raising her daughters while running her business. 



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]]> The Reluctant Mother The Reluctant Mother Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:57:55 GMT 34:57 66a98c1466e879d7b6fec82a false https://shows.acast.com/the-deconstructed-mum/episodes/the-reluctant-mother 66a98c1466e879d7b6fec82a 65cf0ff6d18c7b0016e435cd the-reluctant-mother Learning to make room full 1 6 Should I become a mother? This is a question many women grapple with. Join us as we delve into the complexities of motherhood with our guest, Jessica Zhuo. She bravely shares her experiences as a reluctant mother and how she navigated her feelings. 




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]]> Should I become a mother? This is a question many women grapple with. Join us as we delve into the complexities of motherhood with our guest, Jessica Zhuo. She bravely shares her experiences as a reluctant mother and how she navigated her feelings. 




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]]> Single Motherhood Single Motherhood Sun, 30 Jun 2024 06:56:41 GMT 35:45 668101aa91bcf9d0d42afdb9 false https://shows.acast.com/the-deconstructed-mum/episodes/single-motherhood 668101aa91bcf9d0d42afdb9 65cf0ff6d18c7b0016e435cd single-motherhood Learning to rebuild full 1 5 The end of a marriage is often devastating for both the couple and their children. How can we heal and support our children through this process?


Join us for a conversation with Jucelyn Ong as she shares her experience with divorce and how she maintained a strong bond between her children and their father.


Jucelyn Ong, author of 'Standing Tall Overcoming All,' invites you to learn more about her journey and her book at https://jucelynong.com/.


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]]> The end of a marriage is often devastating for both the couple and their children. How can we heal and support our children through this process?


Join us for a conversation with Jucelyn Ong as she shares her experience with divorce and how she maintained a strong bond between her children and their father.


Jucelyn Ong, author of 'Standing Tall Overcoming All,' invites you to learn more about her journey and her book at https://jucelynong.com/.


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]]> Interrupted by Cancer Interrupted by Cancer Thu, 30 May 2024 03:34:31 GMT 33:13 6657f3c7800ae1001207ed3a false https://shows.acast.com/the-deconstructed-mum/episodes/interrupted-by-cancer 6657f3c7800ae1001207ed3a 65cf0ff6d18c7b0016e435cd interrupted-by-cancer Learning to keep going full 1 4 The most common cancer among women in Singapore is breast cancer. One out of five patients is under 45 years old.


Listen to this conversation with Tuminah bte Sujak as she talks about living with cancer and why words of encouragement don’t always help. 



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]]> The most common cancer among women in Singapore is breast cancer. One out of five patients is under 45 years old.


Listen to this conversation with Tuminah bte Sujak as she talks about living with cancer and why words of encouragement don’t always help. 



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]]> Overcoming Limits Overcoming Limits Wed, 08 May 2024 08:28:03 GMT 29:57 663b379323d5f90013d2c903 false https://shows.acast.com/the-deconstructed-mum/episodes/overcome-limits 663b379323d5f90013d2c903 65cf0ff6d18c7b0016e435cd overcome-limits Learning to let go full 1 3 Life becomes extra unpredictable when a baby is born. At only five weeks old, her son had to undergo the Kasai procedure for his condition ‘biliary atresia’.

 

Listen to this conversation with Sharon as she shares about feelings of guilt and how she incorporates her son’s diagnosis into the family’s daily lives. 


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]]> Life becomes extra unpredictable when a baby is born. At only five weeks old, her son had to undergo the Kasai procedure for his condition ‘biliary atresia’.

 

Listen to this conversation with Sharon as she shares about feelings of guilt and how she incorporates her son’s diagnosis into the family’s daily lives. 


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]]> The Grandma Dilemma The Grandma Dilemma Thu, 28 Mar 2024 12:30:51 GMT 19:52 6604bfa0fdb454001696b136 false https://shows.acast.com/the-deconstructed-mum/episodes/the-grandma-dilemma 6604bfa0fdb454001696b136 65cf0ff6d18c7b0016e435cd the-grandma-dilemma Learning to step back full 1 2 Grandparents play a special role in our children’s lives, but sometimes we don’t always agree on what’s best for the child. A 2020 Poll reported that 57% of parents clash with their parents in the area of discipline.


Listen to this conversation with Vera Heng as she speaks about her decision not to be a stay-at-home grandma and making sure that she remains a welcome guest at her daughter’s home.



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]]> Grandparents play a special role in our children’s lives, but sometimes we don’t always agree on what’s best for the child. A 2020 Poll reported that 57% of parents clash with their parents in the area of discipline.


Listen to this conversation with Vera Heng as she speaks about her decision not to be a stay-at-home grandma and making sure that she remains a welcome guest at her daughter’s home.



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]]> Like Mother, Like Daughter Like Mother, Like Daughter Fri, 22 Mar 2024 12:34:36 GMT 30:43 65fd7adcb5218f00170a3d7e false https://shows.acast.com/the-deconstructed-mum/episodes/likemother-likedaughter 65fd7adcb5218f00170a3d7e 65cf0ff6d18c7b0016e435cd likemother-likedaughter Learning to reset full 1 1 ‘Women start turning into their mothers when they reach the age of 33’, according to a study by Dr. Julian De Silva.

 

Listen to this conversation with Alya Osman as she talks about her personal revelation and dealing with the role overload that comes with switching between daughter and mother.

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]]> ‘Women start turning into their mothers when they reach the age of 33’, according to a study by Dr. Julian De Silva.

 

Listen to this conversation with Alya Osman as she talks about her personal revelation and dealing with the role overload that comes with switching between daughter and mother.

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