Single Mums Business Network [smbn]

Yes we all need underwear! But we don’t always realise what challenges exist if you’ve had a c-section, are a pregnant transman or if you have had any kind of surgery that leaves you needing antibacterial high waisted knickers with soft fibres to avoid incision irritation! But just like me with the KIH Bed, Ash became aware of a gap in the market through her own experience and as a necessity entrepreneur with a ‘I can solve this problem for the masses’ attitude, embarked on her own journey of creating something for other people’s benefit, and she is infused with ethics and helping others from her eco chain to her anti slavery and vegan checking measures.. what a very cool lady she is! Here’s a few words from our newest member Ash:

I design anti-bac, vegan post C-section / abdominal surgery knickers, and organise sponsorship for women who cannot afford them. I also have a link up with a tree planting service for customers who have had babies who have died. I needed these knickers myself in 2012 and there was nothing available, I was immunocompromised owing to diabetes, these knickers reduce pain, prevent diastasis recti and also help prevent infection. I also wouldn’t have had the money to pay for some when I was pregnant. I’m eco-friendly, have an anti-slavery policy and have a compassionate ethos around mental health.

Ash’s story is heartfelt and insightful and I am really pleased to be sharing it in the new SMBN magazine that is out next week – watch this space! Ash welcome to the SMBN and I’m really proud that you and your daughter have joined us so that your journey isn’t so solo after all x

See Ash’s Website: https://dandelionweatherstone.com/

You can connect with Ash on Facebook here and Instagram here

Gratitude Message

Ash was introduced to the SMBN by Elaine Atherton who invited me to her 2SummitUP #payitforward podcast 11 months ago, and after listening to it Ash decided to join the SMBN! You can listen to that Podcast here: https://2summitup-pay-it-forward.simplecast.com/episodes/pay-it-forward-with-jules-hawkins?t=0m40s

I never doubt the calibre of single mums in the UK who suffer with very negative press and stereotyping, despite being amazing women who are working their butts of to make work work, despite barriers, and bringing up beautiful, lovely children, who have fantastic ethical role models.. read about our other members below!