Phoebe Nicol

What’s your biggest challenge as a working mom, and how do you manage it?

One of my biggest challenges as a working mum is balancing the demands of a creative career with the emotional presence and energy my daughter deserves. Design is all-consuming — it’s not just a job, it’s a passion that often spills over into evenings and weekends. But motherhood has taught me boundaries in the best way. I’ve become fiercely intentional with my time. I’ve learnt to say no to what doesn’t serve me, and to protect those precious pockets of family time. I lean on routine, an incredible support network. It’s not about perfect balance — it’s about presence, in whatever I’m doing.