Ivana Poku Hello!
If we haven’t met yet, I am Ivana.
I run MumsJourney, a blog dedicated to supporting mums through every stage of motherhood.
I’m also the author of Motherhood: The Unspoken and an award-winning maternal mental health advocate and mentor.
After giving birth to my twins in 2016, I experienced severe postpartum depression (PPD).
It was the hardest time of my life, but it also showed me just how many mums silently struggle without the support they need.
Since then, I’ve made it my mission to help other mums feel heard, supported, and less alone. Over the years, I’ve shared advice, tips, and real-life stories to guide mums through the storm of postnatal depression.
Then came the day that took me completely by surprise…
I opened my inbox and saw an email saying I was a finalist for the Best Business Women Awards 2019 for Best Blogger!
I had to pinch myself a few times before it really sank in.
Honestly, it felt surreal, and what a huge honour it was!
Why I Started Blogging About PPD and Motherhood
I started blogging about three years ago after overcoming postnatal depression (PPD).
My goal was simple: to help and support mums so they never have to feel the way I did.
Being a new mum was nothing like I imagined. I’d thought it would be the happiest time of my life – but instead, it was one of the hardest.
Blogging became my outlet. It was how I connected with other new mums and showed them they weren’t alone.
At first, I wrote about my own experiences, but over time, I started revealing all the unspoken truths about motherhood. Truths that, I hope, can help, or even save, other mums.
Sharing Real Advice and Support
I began sharing practical tips and advice on how to overcome common struggles, showing new mums that whatever you’re going through, you are not alone.
From there, my journey grew:
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Writing guest blogs
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Running online and in-person workshops
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Writing my book, Motherhood: The Unspoken
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Creating online courses
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Collaborating with amazing people who opened new doors for me
Today, I’m proud to have built an audience of incredible mums: strong, resilient, and inspiring.
And I hope this community keeps growing!
Why It’s All Worth It
Seeing that my work, all those sleepless nights, tears, and hours of effort, is helping you mamas feel less lonely and scared… that makes it all worth it.
I’ll never forget sitting on a hospital bed when our twins were just a few days old, crying, feeling empty, and completely alone. That memory drives me to help more and more new mums every single day.
Gratitude and Support
A huge thank you goes to my husband, Yaw.
Without his love, patience, and endless support, none of this would have been possible.
I’m super excited about the Gala Final on 11th October 2019 – which, coincidentally, is also the day my book Motherhood: The Unspoken is published on Amazon!
How incredible is that?
Being part of this awards night, meeting other talented people, and sharing my journey means the world to me.
My Mission: Supporting Mums Everywhere
But here’s the thing: regardless of who wins, my mission remains the same.
I will continue supporting mums in every way I can.
Motherhood is nothing like it’s portrayed in the media. It can be lonely, overwhelming, and exhausting, but it doesn’t have to be faced alone.
I promise to keep going.
To keep sharing real experiences, honest advice, and practical support. For as long as I live.
Thank You
To all the mums who follow my journey, read my posts, attend workshops, or share their stories, thank you from the bottom of my heart.
You inspire me and give me strength every day.
With love,
Ivana xx
