The Good Enough Mother Podcast

Conversations changing the way Motherhood is culturally defined, and individually experienced.

300,000 + downloads from across 50 countries

Motherhood Studies Sociologist, researcher, and Mother, Dr Sophie Brock hosts The Good Enough Mother (TGEM) podcast with an aim to change how Motherhood is culturally defined and individually experienced.

The role of being a Mother offers us the potential for incredible expansion, growth, and power, while also being one of – if not THE – most challenging, undervalued, and taken for granted roles in the world.

  • Informative, thought-provoking and reassuring.

    This podcast is everything I have been looking for- taking research about motherhood, baby sleep and everything in between and making it digestible and interesting for everyone. Sophie has a lovely way of communicating her findings and avoids any bias, giving us all the answers she can find and letting us make what we wish of it from there. I recommend this podcast to anyone who is interested in diving deeper into the psychological, social and emotional aspects of motherhood and raising babies.

    — @mamamatters.au

  • A podcast for Mums wondering WTF has happened to their lives

    As a mother to a one year old I have often found myself wading through feelings of guilt, resentment, shame, and confusion about my new role as a mother. Sophie’s podcast delves right in and helps me to understand and unpack why I might be feeling like this. Sophie speaks beautifully, she offers unbiased and evidence based research and she knows exactly what women and mothers need to hear. As a listener I can hear that Sophie is highly intelligent and passionate about improving the experiences of mothers. Thanks for an amazing podcast Sophie, these conversations are so necessary!

    — Rahniw

  • Super informative guide to the inner work of motherhood

    Having just discovered Sophie I have only listened to a few episodes so far, but all have been thought-provoking. I love the incorporation of evidence-based work combined with personal examples. You provide another reminder of the need for continual inner work as a mum to ensure we are able to show up for ourselves and our families.

    — Nourish & Connect

  • A feminist must have!

    Wow. Just wow. I’ve listened to quite a few episodes now, and I every episode I think to myself that these are the truest words ever spoken - and the next episode I say that again 😆 Sophie and her guests are actively deconstructing patriarchal motherhood and working to provide emotional freedom to mothers (and parents/carers). Thank you Sophie, I look forward to listening as each episode is released.

    Larrylowfive

  • Spoke to my soul!

    As a mum of two toddlers (4yo boy and 2yo girl) who (prior to children) was VERY outcome focused/KPI driven I related so so so much to your podcast on the perfect child myth. I wish so much that this information was the norm of what was shared because social constructs of the perfect mother and the perfect child can be so damaging to both of these subjects!

    — Sarahwassa

  • Rich with wisdom and heart

    I adore this podcast. Each episode is jam packed with thoughtful conversation, commentary and wisdom. Easily the top of my podcast list 🤩

    I LOVED the episode on Maternal Ambivalence I can honestly say I have never heard a better explanation of what maternal ambivalence actually is and the power of of it. Thank you so much for your unique talent in breaking down concepts that can feel a bit out of reach into such relatable explanations. 🤩👏

    — #1 Mount Isa Fan

  • Wealth of knowledge & information

    This podcast is one of my go-to’s podcasts for motherhood, evidence based information and a mix of personal insights from Sophie. Really appreciate the time, effort and value these podcasts hold.

    — Em Kime

  • So profound!

    I have been a mother for 16 years and have 5 children ranging in age from 4 to 16. I wish this podcast was around when I first became a mother. The topics you discuss are so profound and reassuring that I am a ‘good enough mother’ and that being an intuitive mother is the best way. And to discover matresence. OMG! That was mind blowing! It all just made sense. Thank you, thank you for making me feel normal again and that I am doing a great job at being a mother.

    MinnieMoo15

  • Thank you Sophie

    Sophie, listening to your podcasts has lifted a massive weight from my shoulders. I had been taking full responsibility for the many challenges of my mothering journey, blaming my inadequacies and scrambling to be better. I am now relaxing into myself as a mother and a woman. I know I’m doing a good job, I am able to just enjoy my children and let them be without so much imposing and worrying. I’ve seen a shift in my kids as well.. like a strong bond of trust, respect and safety. They can also relax. I believe your work can change the foundations of our social structure to be more balanced, equitable and harmonious. Thank you.

    — jfjf88457);

  • Motherhood support and breaking the Perfect Mother Myth

    Dr Sophie Brock has a wealth of information around the Perfect Mother Myth and societal influences on this; and shares an abundance of knowledge for both parents and professionals who work in the Motherhood support space.

    — Nocturnalgirl27

  • Brilliant

    As a mother, this podcast is informative and so very helpful for my day to day parenting.

    — Lt Veers

  • Great podcast!

    One of my go to podcasts, breaking down and exploring the societal constructs and ideas around motherhood. Reassuring, informative and comforting, discussions on a variety of topics around motherhood. Highly recommended.

    zroxonhuntee

  • Beautiful sensitive aware explorations.

    Dr Sophie is such an articulate and reflective interviewer. Some tricky topics explored with care and openness in non judgmental ways.

    frannypriice

  • Much needed exploration of motherhood.

    Dr Sophie Brock’s work is motherhood-changing. She is starting important conversations, with such respect and reverence for mothers. The Good Enough Mother blends sociological perspectives, personal storytelling and unpacks common stereotypes about what it means to be a mother. I can’t recommend Sophie’s work more highly. Oh and her soothing voice!!!

    rachhlord

  • Highly recommended

    Sophie has such a wonderful way of sharing her knowledge with mums and families. I came across Sophie's podcast when I was looking for motherhood and parenting information and insights. I love how she gives parents the opportunity to understand the different approaches to parenting. Thank you Sophie for providing such a great resource for mothers.

    — Helen R Thompson

  • The podcast for Mum’s!

    Sophie brings voice to so many aspects of Motherhood that largely go unspoken. Her guests are varied and knowledgeable and it’s a pure delight to listen to. Thanks Sophie!

    Zoe Haack

  • A key voice

    A key voice in the revolution of motherhood.

    Anna Dav

  • Thank you

    Thank you SO much for this podcast. I finally feel seen.

    — ChelleApril

  • Fantastic podcast

    I discovered your podcast a few months ago Sophie and every episode I listen to is just fantastic. I love the conversations you have with high-caliber individuals working and researching important topics in the field of motherhood and matrescence. Thank you for this fabulous audio resource, both from my position as a mother but also as a professional supporting other women in the space! Xoxo.

    — madre_luna_doula

  • This podcast makes me a better Mum

    I was a stay at home mum feeling invisible and like a failure to feminism. Now I value my WORK and have embraced my authentic ‘good enough’ self. I didn’t turn my life around... I’m still a stay at home mum. But now I practice my agency through mothering. I feel like I’m a part of something. I cannot recommend this podcast more highly. Every mother needs to hear this.

    — ;-)Boo

  • A must listen for all mothers!

    Wow, when I first listened to Sophie’s podcast, I cried. She uncovered so many things that I’d felt for so long that I’d never acknowledged. Now I recommend this podcast to all my clients - new mums!!

    — Jonny&Billy

  • Thank you Sophie! I feel seen, I feel understood, I feel supported.

    These podcasts from ‘The Good Enough Mother’ are so incredibly liberating! I have had parts within my soul awakened and revealed through listening to the words of Sophie and her guests. I feel seen, I feel understood, I feel supported. I am so grateful for woman like Sophie who do the work they do!

    — yummykfcmmm

  • Amazing podcast

    Every Mother, new or experienced, needs to listen to this podcast. Sophie is so soothing and informative and it’s clear how much research as well as personal experience has gone into it. Highly recommend!

    — GcoT

  • Such a valuable resource!

    This podcast is chock full of invaluable content that helps to push the envelope on how we see and experience motherhood. I absolutely love that Sophie’s content is research-based and thorough, presenting all sides of an issue instead of biased opinions. I can’t recommend this podcast highly enough to all parents, not just mothers. Thank you Sophie for delivering such invaluable information and helping women and parents navigate the rollercoaster of parenthood ❤️

    — Jess Huskisson

  • Great podcast

    Such a wonderful podcast. Sophie has condensed a huge amount of literature and presented it in a very objective and non-critical way.

    — Chloedouglas

  • Eye opening

    An educated, relatable, eye opening discussion. Really enjoy the content here. Love that both sides of the coin are offered. Also, Dr Sophie's voice is so soothing and easy to listen to!!

    — NellyWain

  • Incredibly insightful. A must listen for all...

    Highly recommend this podcast from someone with both theoretical qualifications and practical experience. Can’t wait to listen to more!

    — Mil822828

  • Threads of wisdom

    Sophie, thank you for sharing your powerful stories and wisdom here. I’m so excited to hear more from you. Your voice is important and I’m so with you on the mission to elevate, amplify and hear the authentic voices of mothers and women.

    — Clance Allen

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Reviews from Listeners

 

Thank you Sophie! I feel seen, I feel understood, I feel supported. These podcasts from ‘The Good Enough Mother’ are so incredibly liberating! I have had parts within my soul awakened and revealed through listening to the words of Sophie and her guests. I feel seen, I feel understood, I feel supported. I am so grateful for woman like Sophie who do the work they do!

 

So profound! I have been a mother for 16 years and have 5 children ranging in age from 4 to 16. I wish this podcast was around when I first became a mother. The topics you discuss are so profound and reassuring that I am a ‘good enough mother’ and that being an intuitive mother is the best way. And to discover matresence. OMG! That was mind blowing! It all just made sense. Thank you, thank you for making me feel normal again and that I am doing a great job at being a mother.Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

 

This podcast makes me a better Mum. I was a stay at home mum feeling invisible and like a failure to feminism. Now I value my WORK and have embraced my authentic ‘good enough’ self. I didn’t turn my life around... I’m still a stay at home mum. But now I practice my agency through mothering. I feel like I’m a part of something. I cannot recommend this podcast more highly. Every mother needs to hear this.

 

Amazing podcast. Every Mother, new or experienced, needs to listen to this podcast. Sophie is so soothing and informative and it’s clear how much research as well as personal experience has gone into it. Highly recommend!

 

Such a valuable resource! This podcast is chock full of invaluable content that helps to push the envelope on how we see and experience motherhood. I absolutely love that Sophie’s content is research-based and thorough, presenting all sides of an issue instead of biased opinions. I can’t recommend this podcast highly enough to all parents, not just mothers. Thank you Sophie for delivering such invaluable information and helping women and parents navigate the rollercoaster of parenthood ❤️

 

Sophie cover’s many important topics, but Motherhood and anger, particularly episode 38 has been so potent for myself, I have listened to it twice already. Sophie explains things in a relatable way and gives tips that feel possible to put into practice. I appreciate her authentic shares about her own journey of mothering her daughter.

I discovered your podcast a few months ago Sophie and every episode I listen to is just fantastic. I love the conversations you have with high-caliber individuals working and researching important topics in the field of motherhood and matrescence. Thank you for this fabulous audio resource, both from my position as a mother but also as a professional supporting other women in the space! Xoxo

 

I adore this podcast. Each episode is jam packed with thoughtful conversation, commentary and wisdom. Easily the top of my podcast list 🤩

 

A must listen for all mothers! Wow, when I first listened to Sophie’s podcast, I cried. She uncovered so many things that I’d felt for so long that I’d never acknowledged. Now I recommend this podcast to all my clients - new mums!!

 

A podcast for Mums wondering WTF has happened to their lives. As a mother to a one year old I have often found myself wading through feelings of guilt, resentment, shame, and confusion about my new role as a mother. Sophie’s podcast delves right in and helps me to understand and unpack why I might be feeling like this. Sophie speaks beautifully, she offers unbiased and evidence based research and she knows exactly what women and mothers need to hear. As a listener I can hear that Sophie is highly intelligent and passionate about improving the experiences of mothers. Thanks for an amazing podcast Sophie, these conversations are so necessary!

 

I stumbled upon this podcast and am so grateful I did! Sophie provides such critically important insights into parenting in our modern age. By melding science, psychology, as well as a solid dose of empathy, she provides a needed antidote to so much junk out there about how to parent. Instead, her podcasts give a foundational base so parents understand their own tendencies and the developmental stages of children and can enter parenting with more knowledge and kindness toward themselves and others.

 

I found Dr. Sophie on Instagram well over a year ago and have watched her stories and have been absorbing her content on that platform. I finally made my way over to her podcast and I am so bummed I didn’t do it sooner. This podcast is full of evidence-based information that is helpful, soothing, and nourishing. This would have saved me so much heartache as a new mother, but I’m so thankful for it now and moving forward. Every mom needs Dr. Sophie’s content in their lives.

Podcast episodes that Dr Sophie Brock has been interviewed on.

  • Dear Mama Project

    The Perfect Mother Myth with Dr Sophie Brock

  • Tales from the forth trimester

    What is going ON with modern motherhood? With Dr Sophie Brock

  • Happy as a Mother

    The Perfect Mother Myth with Sociologist Dr. Sophie Brock

  • The Science of Motherhood

    Dr Sophie Brock - Through a fisheye lens: Understanding motherhood, mum guilt and judgement

  • Happy Mama Movement with Amy Taylor-Kabbaz

    The Good Enough Mother with Dr Sophie Brock

  • The Kind Parenting Company

    Anger and Rage in Motherhood with Dr. Sophie Brock

  • The Glorious Mess

    Little Kids: Why We Get Mum Guilt And How To Curb It

  • Quintessential Being

    The myths of perfect Motherhood with Dr Sophie Brock

  • Anna Asks

    Exposing the Institution of Motherhood with Dr. Sophie Brock

  • A Mother's space

    Am I A Good Enough Mother with Dr. Sophie Brock

  • The Frae

    Motherhood: Identity, Pressure & Purpose

  • Enough, the podcast

    The Good Enough Mother, with Dr. Sophie Brock

  • The Nurtured Village

    Rage, mum guilt and the perfect mother myth with Dr Sophie Brock

  • The Heart of the Soul

    The Good Enough Mother & the Perfect Mother Myth with Dr. Sophie Brock

  • MOTHERHOOD UNF**KED

    Unravelling Modern Motherhood with Dr Ali Young and Dr Sophie Brock

  • Mama Chatters

    Intensive Mothering Ideology and the Perfect Mother Myth

  • The Motherkind Podcast

    The surprising secret to feeling less guilty and more empowered

  • Mother Maker

    Revolutionise the Social Construct of Motherhood

  • The Art of Being a Mum

    The art of being a Mum with Dr Sophie Brock

  • Beyond the Bump

    Why being a ’Good Enough’ Mother is more than good enough - debunking the perfect parent myth

  • Postpartum like a Boss

    The care/career conundrum

  • Episode 93: Your Trusted Squad - Breaking The Taboos On Infertility, Miscarriage & Surrogacy

    Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast Show

    How to Feel Less Guilty and More Empowered As a Working Mum

  • The Therapy Edit: One Thing with Dr Sophie Brock on why it’s hard to feel like a good enough mother

    The Therapy Edit

    Why it’s hard to feel like a good enough mother

  • Nourishing the Mother

    Motherhood as a marginalised group within society

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