Working Moms Redefined

Pregnancy and birth can bring a unique tension for high-capacity women- the desire to be prepared, informed, and thoughtful… without feeling like everything depends on getting the plan exactly right.

In this episode, I’m joined by Brittany Higgins, a doula and former labor and delivery nurse, who shares a perspective that is both empowering and deeply reassuring. Brittany helps women feel confident in their voice, supported in their decisions, and prepared for birth without being driven by fear.

Together, we talk about:

What birth advocacy really means from a doula’s perspective

The difference between being informed and feeling pressured or fearful

How the desire for control often shows up during pregnancy and birth

Ways partners and support people can help advocate during labor

Questions women can ask providers to feel more confident in their decisions

What support really looks like in the postpartum season

This episode is for the woman who wants to feel ready for birth, not because she can control every outcome, but because she understands her options, trusts her voice, and feels supported throughout the process.

Because preparation isn’t about fear- it’s about confidence, support, and knowing you are not navigating birth alone.

Connect with Brittany

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/britt.the.birth.doula/

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/brittany.higgins.7713/

Website: https://britt-the-birth-doula.com/

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This episode with Amy Hendrian resonated with so many of you, and we wanted to bring it back.

In this conversation, we sit down with Amy, business owner and mom of three, for an honest and relatable discussion about divorce, co-parenting, owning a business, and what it means to be a full-time mom, with or without a parenting contract.

Amy shares her experience navigating the early days of divorce, the fears she carried for her kids, and how she has redefined what showing up looks like. We talk through the many “buckets” of life, from kids and work to friendships and self, and the ongoing tension of trying to be present for it all.

She also speaks to co-parenting with compassion, even when things do not align, and how she stays grounded in her identity and values while running a business and raising her kids. It is a reminder that so many moms are asking the same question, and the answer still holds true.

You’ll hear:

How she reclaims the title of “full-time mom”

What balance actually  looks like today

Why presence, not perfection, is what matters most

The guiding values that shape Amy’s approach to parenting and business

And one powerful message for any mom who feels like she’s falling short

If you missed this one the first time, this episode is worth a listen.

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Youth sports are often about more than learning the game. They are opportunities for children to build confidence, resilience, and life skills that extend far beyond the court or field.

In this episode, Denise reflects on the powerful role coaches play in shaping not only athletic ability, but also character, communication, and courage. She shares a personal moment with her daughter Sydney, who became emotional when Denise’s coaching style felt direct and firm on the court- a reminder that growth often requires learning how to hold both encouragement and challenge at the same time.

This conversation explores how great coaches:

Build confidence by recognizing effort and celebrating progress

Teach kids how to make eye contact and communicate clearly

Encourage children to stand up for themselves respectfully

Help young athletes take initiative instead of waiting to be told what to do

Show kids how to handle correction without tying it to their identity

Create environments where mistakes become opportunities to grow

Denise also reflects on the balance between being supportive and being honest,  and why lifting up the “good jobs” matters just as much as helping kids develop discipline and responsibility.

Because the lessons children learn from coaches don’t stay in sports- they shape how they show up in friendships, classrooms, leadership roles, and eventually in their adult lives.

When coaches focus on developing the whole person, the impact lasts far longer than any season.

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What happens when the microphone turns and the host becomes the one answering the questions? In this episode of Working Moms Redefined, Denise is joined by her husband, Jeremy, for a candid, unscripted conversation that offers a deeper look into motherhood, marriage, and the mental load so many women carry.

Through thoughtful questions and honest reflection, this episode explores what it really looks like to balance work, family, and personal growth… without pretending to have it all figured out.

Together, they dive into:

The challenges of motherhood, including unlearning past patterns and navigating perfectionism

The invisible mental load many women carry and the importance of asking for help

How communication in marriage evolves, especially around expectations and support

This episode is equal parts insightful and lighthearted, with moments of humor, honesty and real-life perspective. It’s a reminder that growth happens in conversation, that support starts with communication, and that you don’t have to do it all alone.

Because sometimes the most powerful thing you can do…is ask for what you need.

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So many working moms feel like they are constantly behind- juggling responsibilities, managing invisible tasks, and trying to keep everything moving forward, all while wondering why it still feels so heavy.

In this episode, I sit down with Lisa Woodruff, founder of Organize 365, to talk about the real reason so many high-capacity women feel overwhelmed, and why organization is about so much more than containers, checklists, or doing more.

Lisa’s work focuses on helping busy women develop practical systems for managing home, paper, and life so they can reclaim time for what they are uniquely created to do. 

Together, we explore:

Why capable women often feel like they are doing everything right but still feel behind

The hidden mental load many women carry that often goes unseen or unacknowledged

The difference between perfectionism and becoming a “woman of excellence”

Why organization is a learnable skill- not a personality trait 

How creating simple systems can actually create more mental space and freedom

Lisa’s approach emphasizes progress over perfection and helps women build systems that support real life, not an unrealistic standard. This conversation is for the woman who is tired of feeling scattered, behind, or mentally overloaded and ready to create structure that actually supports the life she wants to live.

Because organization isn’t about doing more- it’s about creating space for what matters most.

Connect with Lisa

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/organize365/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Organize365

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisawoodruff/

Website and Sunday Basket info : https://organize365.com/escapingquicksand/

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Catch full episodes and subscribe to The Working Moms Redefined Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkingMomsRedefined  

Click here for the 9 Minutes a Day for a Lifetime of Connection Masterclass!  
  

Listen to The Working Moms Redefined Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio and Amazon Music. New episodes drop every Thursday!  

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