Visionary Stories: Stephanie Trethewey, providing support for rural mothers across the country.
After giving up life in the city for life on a farm in central northern Tasmania, Stephanie was confronted by the isolation she now felt as mother in this rural setting. This inspired her to found Motherland and create a community to support other rural mums.
Continuing with our series showcasing some of the extraordinary Tasmanian’s making a difference in our communities with have BET Visionary Stephanie Trethewey’s story.
She’s a visionary leader who has transformed personal challenges into a nationwide movement to support rural mothers across Australia. Stephanie’s transition from life in the city and a successful career in television journalism, to embracing farm life and rural motherhood in Tasmania, has been both a brutal and beautiful journey. Her struggles with postnatal depression and isolation inspired the creation of Motherland, a national charity that fervently advocates for the mental health and well-being of rural mothers, and celebrates and connects them through platforms like the Motherland podcast and Motherland Village program.