Forget the polished, picture-perfect Instagram reels. Frankie Bridge is pulling back the curtain on the beautiful chaos of her weekday mornings, offering a refreshingly honest and relatable glimpse into life as a working mum of two.
In an exclusive and candid chat, The Saturdays singer and TV personality detailed her early starts, the relentless 'mum guilt,' and the simple daily ritual she uses to keep her anxiety in check.
The 5am Alarm & The Inner Battle
Bridge's day begins not with a gentle sunrise, but with a 5am alarm. "I set my alarm for 5am, sometimes 5.30am if I'm feeling brave," she confessed. But the real challenge begins immediately after. "My brain instantly starts going, 'Do not go on your phone. Do not go on your phone.' And then I go on my phone."
This small act, familiar to millions, instantly triggers a wave of anxiety. "I immediately feel anxious. I've looked at my emails, I've looked at the news, I've looked at Instagram... and it's just like, too much."
The Chaotic School Run Scramble
What follows is the controlled madness of getting sons Parker, 10, and Carter, 7, ready for school. Bridge describes a scene every parent will recognise: hunting for lost PE kits, frantic lunchbox packing, and the endless negotiations to get everyone out the door on time.
It’s a world away from the glamour of the stage and studio, and she doesn't shy away from the pressure it brings. "There's a lot of mum guilt," she admits openly, speaking to the constant feeling of not doing enough that plagues so many parents.
The Simple Anxiety Tool She Swears By
Amidst the morning madness, Bridge carves out a non-negotiable moment for her mental wellbeing. Her tool isn't extravagant; it's a simple notepad.
"I write down three things I need to do that day," she revealed. This tiny act of organisation is her shield against overwhelm. "If I write it down, it gets out of my head and stops me from feeling anxious."
This strategy is a cornerstone of managing the mental load of motherhood, career, and daily life, showing a practical approach to mental health that resonates deeply with her audience.
By sharing the unfiltered reality of her mornings—the guilt, the chaos, and the coping mechanisms—Frankie Bridge continues to be a powerful voice for mental health awareness, proving that even under the spotlight, some struggles are universally human.
