One mum went online to share feelings of envy about her child-free friends, and why she was 'sold a lie' about the realities of being a mum. Although seemingly taboo, it would be easier if more women had these conversations.
Women are often left bearing the brunt of the mental load once they have a baby. If they return to work, they can also find flexible working difficult to come by, coupled with the blow of finding they sometimes earn significantly less than working fathers.
