Busy Moms Get It Done

We made it to ONE YEAR! 🎙️✨ When this podcast first launched, I was just excited to share the stories of different mothers. Twelve months later, sticking with this project has been an incredibly rewarding—and beautifully chaotic—journey. On this episode, I’m giving you a real, raw, and unfiltered look at how the past year has actually gone. It’s been a wild ride, and I’m laying it all out there....

Chanlee Sutoyo has had quite the journey! When chronic pain meant she had to retire from her career in law, she later learned that she needed to remove one of her ovaries. But the challenges didn't stop there. After experiencing a miscarriage, she ended up having two beautiful daughters, one of whom experienced hearing loss at a young age. In this powerful episode of Busy Moms Get It Done, we sit...

How do you stand out in a digital landscape flooded with AI-generated content? You lean into your humanity. This week, branding expert Rita Gunderson joins us to discuss the intersection of motherhood, entrepreneurship, and personal branding. Inside this episode, you’ll learn: The Power of the Pivot: Navigating career changes while managing family priorities. Beating the Algorithms: Why authentici...

What if your business is struggling simply because the right systems aren't in place? In this episode of Busy Moms Get It Done, host Esther Shittu sits down with Stephanie Julia, the visionary founder and CEO of Always a VIP. Stephanie pulls back the curtain on her entrepreneurial journey, detailing exactly how she built a business that balances high-level results with the realities of motherhood....

Are you tired of the "hustle harder" narrative? As moms, we’re often pressured to perform at 100% in every category—parenting, business, and life. But what-if the key to growth wasn't doing more, but doing it sustainably? In this episode, Esther Shittu sits down with Vale Siegrist, first-time mom and the visionary founder of Circular Mom Club. Vale isn't just building a sustainable baby clothing b...

What if the reason you have yet to find your purpose is that you haven't asked God? In this podcast, Esther sits down with Merry Korn, founder of Pearl Interactive Network, and a mom who found her purpose after being fired from one job as a single mom. Merry discusses the importance of following one's purpose, overcoming fear, and the power of informational interviews in networking and career deve...

Pregnancy is a high-stakes time, and for many, the idea of shifting or switching careers might seem scary, but not for Stephanie from the Instagram account stephxtech. While pregnant with her first child, Steph pivoted from the financial industry to the tech industry. The second time she was pregnant, she made the move into entrepreneurship, while keeping her 9-to-5 In this episode, we discuss: Th...

At just 19 years old, Mollie Kramer and her husband were hit with a life-altering medical report during their first pregnancy. What began as a season of joy quickly shifted into a high-stakes battle of faith as doctors suggested an abortion due to a devastating diagnosis. In this powerful episode of Busy Moms Get It Done, Mollie joins Esther to share how she stood her ground against medical pressu...

 “Do you love motherhood, but refuse to give up your high-level career?” If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly choosing between being a "good mom" and a "great executive," this episode is your permission slip to stop compromising. This week, host Esther Shittu sits down with Khiara Cureton, Executive Career & Wealth Coach and founder of AncHer Co. Together, they pull back the curtain on t...

When Shereka Nicole was diagnosed with cervical cancer, doctors delivered a secondary blow: she would never be able to have children. Today, Shereka is not only cancer-free but also a mother of two and the founder of Premier Moms, a powerhouse organization dedicated to empowering women and strengthening families. In this episode, Shereka opens up about her path from fear to advocacy. We dive deep...

Is AI the secret to balancing motherhood and a thriving career? In this episode of Busy Moms Get It Done, we dive into why Artificial Intelligence is the ultimate superpower for "mompreneurs" looking to scale without the burnout. Host Esther Shittu sits down with Danielle Turner, founder of Caique and an expert in AI consulting, to discuss how she revolutionized her real estate consulting business...

Managing money is more than just balancing a budget or moving money around; it's also about managing emotions. On this episode of Busy Moms Get It Done, Esther Shittu sits down with financial therapist and author LaQueshia Clemons (It's More Than Just a Budget). Together, they pull back the curtain on the psychology of spending, the unique financial pressures of motherhood, and how to rewrite your...

Five years ago, I was impatiently waiting for the birth of my first child. I had expectations of motherhood and felt unsure about how this new journey would lead me. Today, I’m looking back five years later, sure of one thing: motherhood has been a huge blessing in my life. If you’ve been feeling like you’re losing yourself in the 'hard,' and need a reminder to enjoy this season, this episode is t...

Welcome back to the Busy Moms Get It Done podcast! It’s been six incredible, exhausting, and transformative months, and I’m finally ready to share my honest reflection on this wild journey of being a busy mom and a podcaster. In this emotional and candid episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on the expectations I had about motherhood versus the beautiful, challenging reality. 🤰 The Reality Check:...

In this episode of Busy Moms Get It Done, we unlock your purpose by examining faith, motherhood, and wealth through a biblical lens. Host Esther Shittu is joined by DeShanti Genus to discuss why you don't have to choose between raising a family and building a kingdom business. DeShanti breaks down how to use Biblical principles as a blueprint for business strategy. She challenges listeners to ask...

If you've ever felt the gap between the beautiful expectations of motherhood and the messy reality, this episode is for you. Busy Mom host Esther Shittu sits down with Janah Dawson, a photographer from the New England area. Janah opens up about her personal transformation, emphasizing the crucial shift toward Intentional Parenting and Gentle Discipline—a path focused on connection, not rage or vio...

While on maternity leave, Paula Oyinkan Bello from  ⁨@ThePaulaOyinkanShow⁩  learned she was made redundant, not once but twice. In this Busy Moms Get It Done episode, Paula shares the shocking experience of being made redundant not once, but twice, during her maternity leave—a crisis that ultimately sparked her decision to EMBRACE THE FEAR and build her own supportive ecosystem for women. She expl...

As busy moms, we often seek balance in trying to take care of our children, excel at our jobs, and manage everything else on our plates. However, Brittani Jean-Philippe, author of A Harmonized Life: Work, Life and Mom-Life Productivity Workbook , believes that instead of focusing on balance, moms should try to find harmony between all their responsibilities. In this episode of the Busy Moms Get It...

For many moms, parenting is a challenge. However, for immigrant moms, parenting and juggling two cultures seems nearly impossible. In this episode, Esther Shittu interviews Jibby, the author of ' African Parenting in Diaspora ', discussing the unique challenges and experiences of parenting in a foreign country. They explore the realities of motherhood, the importance of cultural balance, intention...

Before moving to Canada, Sophia Etuhube was a successful journalist who had built her own media production business in Nigeria. She and her husband planned the move for "greener pastures," expecting a seamless transition into Canadian schools and careers. But sometimes, life has other plans. Instead of hitting the ground running, a critical lack of available daycare forced Sophia into the unexpect...

Moms over 40, huddle up! This one is for you! Esther Shittu welcomes health expert Fatet Anderson . They dive into the challenges and triumphs of motherhood, health, and fitness for women over 40. In this conversation, Fatet shares her personal journey and professional insights on how to create a foundation of sustainable well-being—even while juggling family and career.  If you're a busy mom over...

Are you an immigrant mom struggling to balance parenting and navigating life in a new country? You are not alone! In this must-listen episode, host Esther Shittu chats with digital content creator and fellow immigrant mom, Boluwatife Ajayi, for a raw and real conversation about the immigrant experience in Canada. Boluwatife shares her personal "playbook" for moving from Nigeria to Canada and offer...

When her son was diagnosed with Dravet Syndrome , Tristia Wilkerson knew her life had to change. Leaning into her faith, the mom of two courageously walked away from her corporate job to pursue full-time entrepreneurship and content creation . In this episode, Tristia shares her journey of building the Mama's Corner community, finding balance, prioritizing self-care, and learning to trust God thro...

As soon as she turned 18, Tosin Addeh, APRN, PMHNP-BC, CIPP (Certified Integrative Psychiatric Provider), started her career as a nurse. However, after becoming a mother, Tosin reoriented her goals and career to focus more on her children and waited until her children reached a certain age to return to school and further her career. On this episode of Busy Moms Get It Done, Tosin delves into the e...

In this episode of the Busy Moms Get It Done podcast, host Esther Shittu speaks with Barbara Young-Utiaruk , founder of Set to Flourish, about the challenges and triumphs of ambitious motherhood. Barbara shares her journey from a career-focused upbringing to becoming a mother and creating a community that empowers women to balance their careers and family life. They discuss the importance of self-...