BBC Breakfast star Rachel Burden has revealed the heartfelt reason behind her decision to step back from her early morning presenting role after more than a decade.
The 48-year-old broadcaster, who has been a staple of the BBC's flagship morning show since 2010, described the move as 'life-changing' as she prepares for a new chapter in her career.
A Gruelling Schedule
Speaking candidly about the challenges of her 3am alarm calls, Burden admitted: 'Thirteen years of early starts takes its toll. I've loved every minute, but it's time for a change.'
The mother-of-three explained how the punishing schedule affected her family life: 'Missing school runs and being exhausted by mid-afternoon wasn't sustainable anymore.'
New Horizons
While she'll still appear on BBC radio and occasional TV shows, Burden is looking forward to more sociable hours. 'I'm excited to rediscover evenings and weekends,' she said with a smile.
Fans have flooded social media with support, praising her dedication and wishing her well in this new phase of her broadcasting career.
