It's How You Carry It | Women Rediscovering Their Self-Worth Beyond Infertility and Motherhood

In this episode, I dive into the overwhelming world of over scheduling our kids. As a mom of 4, I've experienced the chaos of shuttling kids to countless activities and feeling burnt out. I share how taking a step back and focusing on fewer, meaningful activities brought more joy and connection to our family. This shift allowed me to nurture my kids' true interests and have precious downtime with...

Hate that you are still being disappointed with what your partner has planned for him and kids to shower you with on Mother's Day? I've been there many times. I've been a mom now for over 10 years 🤪 This episode will break down what has worked for me and that is something we can work on inside my coaching programs. Don't miss this so you can turn your Mother's Day around if yo...

Letting Go of Guilt: Embracing Imperfect ParentingI dive into the idea that 'doing less is more' for us moms. We often feel overwhelmed by doing every little thing for our kids, and I share my personal struggle with this. I talk about the guilt of not doing everything and the pressure from social media to parent perfectly. Instead, I focus on helping my kids become independent in age-appro...

Join The Reset Week NOW or BY MAY 7TH and you'll receive a BONUS! ↓ 🎉 Free 1-1 coaching for one week in Telegram! 🎉 Whether you're feeling lost in your motherhood journey, or overwhelmed by daily tasks, this five-day experience allows you to prioritize yourself without guilt . I'll guide you through intentional self-care practices, offer daily prompts, and provide support via Slack....

Do Less, Not More: Finding Joy Again in Motherhood Today, I'm diving into the struggles of the 'mother load' – the mental, emotional, and logistical weight moms often carry – and how to find ways to feel like yourself again. I'll share my journey as a mom of 4 and how doing less, not more, can help manage the chaos and build stronger family connections. Plus, you'll get insight...

I had planned a different topic today but decided last minute to share a personal reflection now that we're back from our trip to LA for my kids spring break! This trip was more of a reset than any other travel planned because I focused on doing LESS. But intentionally baking in one non negotiable ME thing per day. I embraced spontaneity, moving slowly and going with the flow. And doing it wit...

In this pep talk, I'm talking about the journey to welcoming your Rainbow Baby, whether it's through IVF, adoption, surrogacy, or even a miracle. Trust that it's already happening. You have a mother's heart, and you're taking all the steps needed. It's tough, but it's worth it. Building strong connections with your partner and loved ones is key. If you need help navigating these conversations, joi...

I kick off part 4 of 5 of my little pep talk series inspired by my own journey through infertility. I share my personal moments of overcoming excuses and self-pity, hoping to empower you to do the same. My goal is to help you feel more confident and at ease on your fertility journey. Today’s pep talk is all about doing something just for you that truly makes you happy and feel like yourself. We di...

I'm sharing my own experiences with infertility, and what I would have either wished someone would have told me or what I would say to past me hoping it can help you feel empowered and confident on your journey. In this episode, I go into it being absolutely OK to not be positive all the time; you're allowed to feel angry, sad, and frustrated. Don't gaslight yourself into thinking you...

This is Part 2 of my little pep talk series. It is my way of encouraging you to stop making excuses and take control of your joy and well-being. We'll challenge timelines and plans that didn't go as expected and focus on enjoying life now, not waiting for that baby to arrive. I invite you all to embrace the present, find fun activities, and join our support community for future moms. Let's feel em...

This is part one of a 5 part mini series where I want to get real with you. Where we’re no longer going to play small. We’re going to take back control over our lives and BE in the present moment. Waiting to live your life until you have the baby in your arms puts way too much pressure on the whole thing! As if you’re telling yourself you need to be suffering and in pain the until then. Yes, havin...

Don't think you're cut out to be a mom because infertility makes you feel like a hot mess all the time? Then it's time for you to pause and RESET. Because the truth? Life with infertility and kiddos will always feel like a hot mess. There won't be a perfect time where everything will be serene and perfect. There will always be something. But the reset is what helps you do the hardest thing on your...

Even if you've thought about adoption as an option to grow your family, how do you actually know when it's time to explore that path? To move on and commit to that route? I share how I knew when I was ready to pursue adoption in this episode because I know first hand how conflicting it feels to want to experience pregnancy and carry your children but feel so depleted from infertility consu...

Navigating Setbacks on the Path to Motherhood The emotions and challenges faced during setbacks on the journey to motherhood are so hard but valid. Acknowledging these feelings, honoring past decisions, and not succumbing to fear-driven actions is an important part of this what feels like a never ending marathon called infertility.  My Reset Weeks are so clutch after setbacks to gain clarity and m...

"Is It Possible to Prioritize Myself Without Guilt as a Mom??" Tune in as I share my own experience with letting the mom guilt take over something that helped me heal from infertility. So if you're tossing the things that you once loved doing out the window because you think it makes you a better mom, this one's for you. Come along with me as we redefine what self-care looks like...

Tune into hear how I was reminded today that I too am still a "work in progress". And it is normal and human to fall into the trap of perfection in different scenarios. Use this example to help you recenter as you move through the Reset Week yourself! If you're curious about the Reset Week, you can still join here ! Connect with me 🤎 DM me on IG: @rachel_mangahas Book a free call ⁠h...

This is the last of my 5-part mini-series on debunking myths about motherhood and life after infertility. I talk about the misconception that moms feel like it's their duty to only return to their interests once things 'calm down'. It's so important to refocus on being present and prioritizing yourself amidst chaos so you can show up for your family they way you want. And that starts with figuring...

Today I tackle myth number 4: 'Motherhood is my purpose, I shouldn't need anything else.' We explore the idea that motherhood is a role rather than an entire identity and discuss the importance of pursuing personal dreams, passions, and joy outside of being a mom. The impact of infertility, identity crises, and the journey to and through motherhood is one mom's dismiss. I am guilty of it too -- ta...

Have you ever questioned why you’re not blissfully happy now that the baby you revolved your whole life around is finally here? Whether it is postpartum (which I don’t personally have experience with) or maybe it’s just the transition in responsibilities and demands of motherhood, it’s undeniable that every mom needs a well deserved mental reset. My Reset week is what will help you take those brea...

Have you ever thought that maybe its the act of trying to be organized, lining things up perfectly all the time is what's leading to burnout? I dig deeper into why it's not a scheduling issue but the tendency to put yourself last.  To putting an insane amount of pressure on yourself. Hit 'subscribe' if you want to get notified when the next myth busting episode drops (tomorrow 🤪) If you found thi...

Did you also grow up with the notion that if you had to ALWAYS put your kids first? Meaning, you do everything for them, always. You don't let them feel any struggle, make it easy for them, and have everything in your life revolve around them? I did. And I thought I was failing all the time because I was exhausted all the time from trying to be ahead and over prepared all the time when it came to...

I’m sharing how saying yes to unexpected opportunities—like our move to the Bay Area—completely changed the course of my life. It wasn’t easy, and there were plenty of challenges, but without that leap, I don’t know if we’d have the big, beautiful family we have now. As part of Reset Week, the focus is on practicing small yeses first, building the confidence to embrace bigger, life-changing decisi...

I did my own reset and had to debrief and share the mindset blocks I had to work through and how powerful a reset week truly is real time! You get to do this too with me alongside you on March 10th! Sign up here: 5 Day Reset for Moms, Live Round One main takeaway is that even when I myself am saying yes to things during my own reset, it doesn’t mean I’ll come out the other end being changed and lo...

I talk about the significance behind the timing of February’s Reset week and the importance of self-love, prioritizing your mental well-being, and the emotional challenges that come with infertility and family-building, especially during significant times like Valentine's Day. But it doesn’t end there. Motherhood comes with its own challenges too and I want to help you as much as I can through...

Recovering From A Not So Ideal Valentine's Day? Tune in for ways to reset and redo your valentines with more self-compassion. Let’s talk about Valentine's Day through the lens of motherhood and infertility. I share personal experiences of managing holiday expectations with my kids, the pressure to create memorable moments, and finding the capacity to prioritize my own self-care. Holidays can serve...