Charlene MakkFinally Admitting and Accepting Writer’s blockI have been struggling with writing over the last two years; occasionally, I have found inspiration to write, but most months, I have…Apr 27, 2023Apr 27, 2023
Charlene MakkWhy did I quit my high-paying job to study for a PhD?Each morning when I get out of bed or look at my bank balance, I ask myself, why did I do this? I had a great job, fully remote, with good…Oct 12, 2022Oct 12, 2022
Charlene MakkIt’s time to ditch the Mum GuiltIt’s almost an unspoken expectation that once you become a mum, you have to be selfless and be there for everyone else and not yourself…Apr 22, 2022Apr 22, 2022
Charlene MakkBeing made redundant whilst on maternity leave triggered my postpartum depression.To be honest, I never saw it coming. You would understand if you read my previous medium post about the anxiety of taking maternity leave…Apr 4, 2022Apr 4, 2022
Charlene MakkThe anxiety of taking maternity leave for first-time mumsDeciding to have a baby is hard enough for a first-time working mum, but nothing prepares you for the process of opting for maternity leave…Mar 31, 20221Mar 31, 20221