Mom's Guide to Finding Herself: Side Hustles, Hobbies, and Surviving While Parenting Young Children

• 32 What Type of Mom Are You, and Does it Matter?

  Have you ever felt like the mom you thought you'd be is totally different from the mom you actually are? Like you had this vision in your head, and then reality hit? You're not alone. In this episode, I'm going to share why so many of us feel like we are failing at motherhood simply because we don't fit into a vision that we once had about the kind of mom we thought we'd be. We'll explore the pressure to conform to certain "mom types" and why it's so important to let go of that guilt and embrace the mom you actually are. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:Why we often feel like we're failing at motherhood when we don't meet our own expectations. The different types of moms out there and why there's no one "right" way to be a mom. How to grieve the vision of motherhood that you once had and move towards real acceptance. 00:00 Introduction: The Mom You Thought You'd Be vs. Reality00:42 The Vision of Motherhood Before Becoming a Mom01:15 The Reality Check: When Expectations Meet Reality02:06 The Emotional Impact of Unmet Expectations04:37 Understanding the Source of Pressure and Shame07:52 Grieving the Vision and Embracing Reality09:44 Conclusion: Embracing Your Unique Motherhood JourneyWhen you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today’s episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me, @momidentityproject!While you’re there, make sure you follow me on Instagram so you can see behind the scenes how I help moms rediscover their identity & passions and find out how you can, too.Love this show? Write a 5-star review — even one sentence ensures we keep bringing you the content you want to hear.Support the show to help keep episodes like this coming!Have a question or a story you want me to share on air? Leave me a 90 second or less voice message!Need some support reconnecting with yourself after becoming a mom? Book a Free Discovery Call to see if my services are the right fit for you.LEARN MORE FROM KRISSY BOLD:WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM| FACEBOOK | TIKTOK | YOUTUBE

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• Mom Mentor Moment 1: Starting an Interactive Play Side Hustle From Scratch with Reem Fryling

  Have you ever felt the desire to build something but you weren't exactly sure what you wanted to do?Like you wanted to create something that you were inspired by and excited about, but you weren't really sure where to begin?Inside this episode, you're going to learn:How a mom started a small business running activities for local moms at a coffee shop from absolutely nothingHow she pushed through these uncomfortable feelings of being vulnerable to reaching out, and connecting with people to get this going and make this dream come trueHow her business has grown and some of the challenges she's faced along the way.How she plans to grow her business in the next six monthsWant to start your own hobby or side hustle? Schedule a free 15 minute call with me to learn how we can work together.00:44 Reem's Background and Initial Struggles01:19 The Birth of a Business Idea02:17 Steps to Success and Overcoming Challenges03:30 Reem's Family and Personal Growth04:42 Launching Learn and Play Workshops08:39 Initial Failures and Persistence11:55 Finding the Right Venue14:12 The Power of Personal Connection15:18 Balancing Business and Family16:38 Future Plans and Growth18:18 Simplifying the Booking Process24:10 Exploring New Revenue StreamsWhen you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today’s episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me, @momidentityproject!While you’re there, make sure you follow me on Instagram so you can see behind the scenes how I help moms rediscover their identity & passions and find out how you can, too.Like this show? Pay it forward and share it with a friend.Love this show? Write a 5-star review — even one sentence ensures we keep bringing you the content you want to hear.Support the show to help keep episodes like this coming!Have a question or a story you want me to share on air? Leave me a 90 second or less voice message!CONNECT WITH REEM FRYLING:Instagram @The.Mommy.ToolkitLEARN MORE FROM KRISSY BOLD:WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TIKTOK | YOUTUBE

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• 31 How (& Why) To Prepare For Second Babies (& Beyond!) From A Nurse Mom with Heather Knezic

  Do you remember that feeling of total chaos when you had your first baby? You were up all night Googling things like, “Why does my baby sound like a pterodactyl?” or “Will I ever sleep again?”Are you expecting your second, third, or even fourth baby, and wondering if you're truly prepared?In this episode, Heather Knezic, a labor and delivery nurse and mom of three, shares her wisdom on how to confidently prepare for a new baby, no matter how many you've had before. Heather shares her expert advice on how to confidently prepare for a new baby, no matter how many you've had before. She opens up about how, despite her professional experience, she felt lost and overwhelmed when she became a mom. Now, she's passionate about providing real, raw, and honest support to other moms. Tune in to learn how to ditch the textbook advice and embrace the unique journey of each birth!BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:Why visualizing your ideal birth can be more powerful than just writing a birth plan.How to shift your mindset from focusing on what might happen to you in birth, to what you can do to shape your experience.Why preparing for postpartum and breastfeeding is just as important as preparing for the birth itself.Ready to feel empowered and prepared for your upcoming birth? Tune in now!00:39 The Chaos of New Motherhood01:58 Heather's Professional Transformation02:36 Real and Honest Support for Moms03:03 Heather's Birth and Postpartum Courses04:03 Preparing for Birth: Heather's Experience08:16 The Importance of Preparation16:05 Breastfeeding Challenges and Realities19:27 Co-Sleeping and Safe Sleep Practices23:16 Creating a Life in LaborLove this show? Write a 5-star review — even one sentence ensures we keep bringing you the content you want to hear.Support the show to help keep episodes like this coming!Need some support reconnecting with yourself after becoming a mom? Book a Free Discovery Call to see if my services are the right fit for you.CONNECT WITH HEATHER KNEZIC:Instagram @aLifeinLabor | alifeinlabor.comalifeinlabor.com/boldlittleminds for 30% off all prenatal, postpartum, and breastfeeding courses Heather offersLEARN MORE FROM KRISSY BOLD:WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM| FACEBOOK | TIKTOK | YOUTUBE

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• 30 What This Labor and Delivery Nurse Wished She Knew About Motherhood with Heather Knezic

  Did motherhood hit harder than you expected? You might have thought you were made for this, but then reality hits, and suddenly, you’re questioning everything. You might be overwhelmed by the picture-perfect advice out there, like everyone else knows something you don't.If you’ve ever struggled with postpartum anxiety, unrealistic expectations, or the overwhelming pressure to “do it right,” this episode is for you. Heather Knezic, a labor nurse and mom of three, shares how motherhood was nothing like she imagined and how she learned to navigate the chaos.But what if you could discover how to navigate the unexpected realities of motherhood? Heather gets it. She's here to share her own journey and offer some real, unfiltered advice. Learn how to move past those feelings of isolation and find realistic solutions that actually work.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:Why motherhood can feel so different from what you expected, even if you've always dreamed of being a momHow that "newborn bliss" can quickly turn into overwhelming anxiety and self-doubtThe importance of seeking real, unfiltered advice and support instead of those sugar-coated solutions that leave you feeling even more lostReady to embrace the real journey of motherhood? Tune in to gain insights and practical advice from someone who understands the challenges firsthand.00:34 The Reality of Motherhood02:27 Heather's Journey to Motherhood04:18 Transitioning Between Phases14:25 Challenges with Infant Acid Reflux18:34 Finding Support and Starting a Blog20:15 Deciding to Have More Children22:01 Managing Multiple Children27:05 Heather's Parenting TipsWhen you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today’s episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me, @momidentityproject!Support the show to help keep episodes like this coming!Need some support reconnecting with yourself after becoming a mom? Book a Free Discovery Call to see if my services are the right fit for you.CONNECT WITH HEATHER KNEZIC:Instagram @aLifeinLabor | alifeinlabor.comalifeinlabor.com/boldlittleminds for 30% off all prenatal, postpartum, and breastfeeding courses Heather offersLEARN MORE FROM KRISSY BOLD:WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM| FACEBOOK | TIKTOK | YOUTUBE

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• 29 Motherhood Makes You Rethink Everything — Even What You Thought You Knew

  Has motherhood turned everything you thought you knew upside down? Your career path, your values, even your definition of success?You had a clear sense of direction before kids — expertise in your field, strong beliefs about parenting, a solid identity. Then motherhood arrived, and suddenly, nothing felt certain anymore.In this episode, I share how to navigate this identity shift and embrace the wisdom that comes with letting go of your pre-mom self.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:Why trying to hold onto your pre-mom identity might be holding you backHow to embrace uncertainty as a sign of growth, not failureWays to build a new identity that includes your hard-earned wisdom without losing your core self00:00 Introduction: Rethinking Everything in Motherhood00:41 Personal Journey: Unraveling Certainties01:49 Career and Identity Crisis04:50 Shifting Values and Self-Judgment07:59 Embracing Change and GrowthWhen you finish listening, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway from today’s episode. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me, @momidentityproject!While you’re there, make sure you follow me on Instagram so you can see behind the scenes how I help moms rediscover their identity & passions and find out how you can, too.Like this show? Pay it forward and share it with a friend.Love this show? Write a 5-star review — even one sentence ensures we keep bringing you the content you want to hear.Support the show to help keep episodes like this coming!Have a question or a story you want me to share on air? Leave me a 90 second or less voice message!Need some support reconnecting with yourself after becoming a mom? Book a Free Discovery Call to see if my services are the right fit for you.LEARN MORE FROM KRISSY BOLD:WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM| FACEBOOK | TIKTOK | YOUTUBE

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