Kate Lawler: The Ups and Downs of her Private Life Revealed
Documenting Life’s Challenges
Anyone who follows Kate Lawler on social media will know she is searingly honest as she documents the ups and downs of her private life. From her struggles with post-natal depression to deflecting attacks by body-shaming trolls, the DJ and TV personality is not at all shy about baring her soul — or body.
Journey Through Couples Counselling
But her admission that she and hubby Martin “Boj” Bojtos are currently seeking help from a couples counsellor may come as a shock to fans. “Before we got married, we went to couples therapy regularly and we still do from time to time,” Kate confesses. “You talk things out and it helps you to see things from your partner’s point of view, and makes you think, ‘Well . . . actually maybe that was my fault’. It’s hugely beneficial.
The Importance of Quality Time
“For me, marriage is about being there for each other — through the tough as well as the good times,” she says. “I like the challenge. We made a commitment to each other and you work through it. You need to find time for each other and that’s not always easy. Right now, we’re planning to have a spa day together — my mum bought Martin a voucher for his 40th back in January.
Keeping the Magic Alive
“It’s so important to keep the magic and passion between you alive, even though it isn’t easy,” she says. “People say having a child is the hardest thing you’ll do, but keeping the magic alive and working at your relationship takes just as much effort. You have to give each other attention and show lots of affection.
Parenting Challenges and Body Positivity
As much as Kate loves being a mum, she tells us in no uncertain terms that her family is now complete. Asked whether she would like another baby, she says: “Absolutely not. More dogs? Yes. More kids? No, thank you. I’m almost 44 and don’t have the energy. One is enough.