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Life After Motherhood: Rediscovering Yourself & Embracing New Opportunities
Life after motherhood is a phrase that keeps popping into my head lately. Tomorrow, my youngest daughter turns 18—and she’s just passed her driving test. Suddenly, my time as the “Mum Taxi” is over.
After almost two decades of structuring my life around my girls, I’m finding myself at a turning point. This next chapter feels unfamiliar but full of promise. If you’re in the same place—wondering who you are now that your children are more independent—you’re definitely not alone.
What Women Are Saying About Life After Motherhood
Thankfully, more women are opening up about this transition. Their honesty is both comforting and inspiring.
Jo Middleton (Slummy Single Mummy) puts it perfectly:
“When you spend two decades putting your children first, it’s no surprise it takes a while to remember what you wanted to be.”
Over on Midlifechic, Nikki Garnett says:
“Midlife is not the beginning of the end—it’s the end of the beginning.”
Alice Judge-Talbot, the founder of More Than Toast, turned her experiences into a thriving blog and a powerful book—The Back-Up Plan—about single motherhood and rediscovering purpose.
Therapist Kate Codrington offers a refreshing reframe:
“Menopause is a time of ‘second spring’, when women can begin to live for themselves.”
Five Ways Women Are Thriving After Motherhood
This stage of life doesn’t have to be about loss. On the contrary, it can be about expansion, joy, and rediscovery. Here are five real things women are doing once the school run ends:
1. Pursuing Education Again
Whether it’s to change careers or simply to learn for the joy of it, many women are heading back to study. For example, platforms like OpenLearn or FutureLearn make online learning easy and accessible.
2. Starting Their Own Business
Some are turning hobbies into profitable ventures. Others are launching completely new brands. Either way, organisations such as Small Business Britain show how women over 40 are leading the way in entrepreneurship.
3. Taking Back Their Health
With fewer family commitments, it becomes easier to focus on physical and mental wellbeing. You might find yourself exploring strength training, walking challenges, or seeking support from resources like Henpicked Menopause Hub.
4. Rediscovering Creativity
Art classes, floristry workshops, writing groups—there are so many ways to reconnect with your creative self. In many cases, these creative outlets become businesses or long-term passions.
5. Becoming Mentors—or Finding One
Not only are women offering their experience to others, but many are also seeking mentors themselves. It’s a great way to gain clarity, build confidence, and feel supported during big transitions.
Why I Mentor Women Navigating Life After Motherhood
This is where I come in.
For over two decades, I’ve trained women from all over the world to build their own creative keepsake businesses. However, what I also offer—sometimes before they even know what they want—is mentorship.
I work with women who are standing at a crossroads. They’re not sure what comes next, but they know they’re ready for more. Through honest conversations and practical steps, I help you figure that out.
💬 “I had no idea where to start. Glenda helped me sort through my ideas and gave me the confidence to finally take the next step.”
– Former mentee
What’s Next For You?
You don’t need a five-year plan. In fact, you don’t even need to know what you want yet. But you do need space to explore—and someone to guide you.
There’s something powerful about choosing yourself—for the first time in years.
FAQs: Life After Motherhood
Is it normal to feel unsure once the kids grow up?
Absolutely. It’s a huge shift. Many women feel a mix of emotions, from pride to sadness to uncertainty. These feelings are completely valid.
What’s one small thing I can do to start rediscovering myself?
Try revisiting an old passion—like journaling, crafts, or walking in nature. Even a small step can create momentum.
Am I too old to start over?
Definitely not. Your lived experience is an asset. In fact, midlife is when many women finally do what they’ve always wanted to.
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