Wilderness Mum

Wilderness Mum Synopsis

There's an expectation that motherhood comes after the wild years - after the big, crazy adventures when life settles down. But I had other ideas.Kate Barron followed the expected path: excelling in school and forging a promising teaching career in East London. But beneath the layers of her conventional life simmered two irrepressible desires - to answer the call of the wild and to start a family of her own.Kate's journey led her through the vibrant landscapes of South America and into the dangerous terrains of Afghanistan. Then one day on a cliff top in Scotland, fate struck when she crossed paths with fellow adventurer Chris Lewis. This chance meeting became a love story of epic proportions as together the couple walked the UK's entire coastline for the armed forces charity SSAFA.With the arrival of baby Magnus, Kate's spirit remained as wild and resolute as ever and she continued navigating the rugged coastline of the UK, learning valuable lessons about herself and about motherhood with every step.In Wilderness Mum, Kate blends her expertise in early years education with the invaluable lessons of raising a child surrounded by nature. Her story is a testament to living fearlessly, fostering curiosity, and embracing life's uncertainties.