Mortal And Strong - Episode 12 - Jo's Story

Introducing Voice No. 11 (of 100) - the beautifully witty and honest published author and food-blogger Jo (Joanna Weston). In this podcast episode Jo shares her honest story, with all the highs and lows overcoming anorexia as a teenager, the honest struggles of trying to conceive (including miscarriage), her experience of both an ideal birth followed by a traumatic birth and how postnatal depression can manifest as intense guilt. Jo's incredible journey and message shows how the determination to overcome mental health issues by facing them head on can lead to a healthier mindset. From being a teenager with an unhealthy relationship to food, Jo has now become a successful author of healthy recipes for children and how to adopt the right positive approach to teach children healthy relationships with food. This episode is full of real honest truths that very few people talk about - from how trying to conceive can become an overwhelming 'mission', to how that bond doesn't always come instantly when you give birth. There are equally some brilliantly funny moments and this captures Jo's positive mindset and how overcome life changing health issues through life doesn't define you, but in Jo's case has made her a successful author, blogger and app creator. Thank you to Jo for being part of the Mortal And Strong project.

Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. Presented by Dr Liz Murray with occasional guest presenters. This episode guest presenter Laura Middleton-Hughes.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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