# Getting criticised for returning to work postpartum with Abbey Holmes

An episode of [The Ella Era](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1814747391), 9 Mar 2026, 46 min.

Audio: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/PCS8164126805.mp3

This week we are joined by the absolute powerhouse that is Abbey Holmes. I sat down with her the week before footy was back to chat about the juggle of being a sports broadcasting icon and a new mum. I asked her about the backlash she got last year coming back to work (and the support) and about THAT kiss on the cheek with Lachie Neale. This episode is for anyone trying to find their balance, chase their version of greatness, and ignore the noise along the way. _________________________________________________ Ella’s Socials INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/ellamayding PODCAST IG: instagram.com/ellaerapodcast TIKTOK: tiktok.com/@emayding WEBSITE: ellamayding.com.au Abbey’s Socials INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/abbeycholmes BLINDSIDE: blindside.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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