Oh Hi, Hello Motherhood: From Woman To Mother, And From Martyr To Magic

Motherhood was the most unexpected life transformation that Shannon Cairney had ever experienced. It’s an identity shift bigger than most of us prepare for, changing everything in our lives including our marriage, body, self-esteem, friend groups and career.

In the thick of motherhood, hardly recognizing herself and realizing she might be drowning in the martyrdom brought on by motherhood, Shannon finally starts to ask herself whether there could be a better way.

From fighting off the stereotypical mom memes and fumbling through marriage after two kids, to what self-care looks like now as a mother, Shannon explores the messy side of one of the biggest identity shifts of our lives, from woman to mother, and from martyr to magic – offering humour, understanding, realness and some helpful tips along the way.

“Other women’s stories have helped me learn, grow and definitely feel less alone, and I hope mine do the same for you.”

Oh Hi, Hello Motherhood reminds us of the innate power that women and mothers hold and of the magic that lies within us all.