Her Herd

Welcome to this powerful episode of Her Herd, where we’re joined by the brilliant, witty, and incredibly passionate Kate Brow. Kate’s the kind of rural mum who manages to juggle a high-profile job with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade while running a sheep and cattle farm in rural New South Wales. And she does it all with a sharp sense of humor and the kind of grace that can only come from someone who's walked through the fire—literally and figuratively.

Kate’s story is one of resilience, raw beauty, and incredible strength. In the summer of 2019, while bushfires ravaged her region, she gave birth prematurely to her second daughter at just 35 weeks. If that wasn’t enough, Kate found herself navigating the chaos of postpartum life during the COVID-19 pandemic. She opens up about the trauma of losing her second pregnancy, the intense challenges of a premature birth, and the mental health hurdles that followed. But her story isn’t just about survival—it’s about healing, too. Her third pregnancy was what Kate calls her "healing pregnancy," and it empowered her to rebuild her confidence and reconnect with her own expertise as a mother.

Kate’s journey is one that speaks to the power of leaning into your support network, trusting yourself, and knowing that you are the expert on your own experience. This conversation is full of raw, confronting imagery—from living through the fires and smoke of 2019 to navigating postpartum in the midst of a global pandemic. But it’s also filled with hope, healing, and the kind of insight that only someone as grounded and real as Kate can offer.

Kate, thank you so much for sharing your story with us today. Your bravery and vulnerability are a gift, and we are honored to have you as part of the Her Herd community.

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