S3E7: Mothering in a Disabling World. In Conversation with Eliza Hull
In episode seven we chat with the grounded and creative Eliza Hull.
Eliza among many things is a mother of two, musician, editor and avid disability advocate. Eliza created the anthology ‘We’ve got this’ which shares real stories about parenting with disability.
In this conversation we discuss Eliza’s disability Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, alongside her journey into motherhood. Eliza recalls a total lack of support when preparing to become a mother and explains how the world is, in fact, what makes her feel disabled.
Eliza’s lust for life is a beautiful confirmation that difference is essential and perspective is everything. We trust you will enjoy this chat.
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In the episode:
- Eliza discusses her experience with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.
- Eliza shares her journey into motherhood and how ‘Being a disabled parent is a rebellious act’
- We discuss under-representation of disabled parents
- We talk through Eliza's birth experiences.
- Eliza shares some blessings of parenting with a disability
- We talk about the anthology ‘We’ve got this’ - a first of its kind.
- Eliza explains that it is other people’s attitudes, prejudice and outright disapproval that make parenthood harder.
- Eliza explains what we can do to empower those with a disability and combat ableism?
- We discuss the importance of educating children on the diversity of humans.
Notes:
Eliza can be reached via instagram @elizahull or via her website
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Thanks for listening and pls share us with your mother community!
Love, Mel and Cel