Still Me, Also Mom

In this episode of Still Me, Also Mom , I’m joined by Julia Lacey, a realtor based in Medicine Hat and mom of two girls, Sophie and Addison. Julia has been in real estate for nearly 15 years, and this conversation is filled with honest perspective on what it looks like to build a long-term career while raising a family. We talk about the realities of balancing motherhood with a demanding industry,...

In this episode of Still Me, Also Mom , I’m joined by fellow Calgary realtor Kristen Scott, a mom of two young daughters, Maeve (4) and Giorgia (2). Kristen shares what life really looks like in this season, balancing the demands of real estate with the realities of motherhood. We talk about her experiences with pregnancy and delivery for both girls, and the honest differences between going from 0...

In this episode of Still Me, Also Mom , Alex sits down with Mila Li, a mom of three young children who is currently navigating life with a newborn, a toddler, and a preschooler. Mila shares what this season of motherhood really looks like, from the daily rhythm of caring for three little ones to the emotional and mental shifts that come with growing your family quickly. With a background as an aes...

Real, relatable, and refreshing. In this episode of Still Me, Also Mom , I’m joined by Erika DeLuca, business owner, creative, and mom to 7-month-old Gia. Erika built her career in a fast-paced, hustle-driven environment, where ambition and work ethic were at the core of who she was. But stepping into motherhood? It shifted everything. We talk about what it actually looks like to go from constantl...

This episode almost didn’t happen. It’s 11 p.m., I’ve had a full day, and I’m sitting here recording this because I told myself I wanted to stay consistent… even when it’s not perfect. Lately, I’ve been feeling overwhelmed, not just busy, but like I can’t catch my breath. And I kept telling myself it’s just the season I’m in. But the more I thought about it, the more I realized… I don’t think I’ve...

In this episode of Still Me, Also Mom , I’m joined by someone very special, my best friend, Stephanie Symonds-D'Arcey, who is right in the thick of her first few months of motherhood. Steph welcomed her baby boy in October, and in this conversation, we dive into what those early months have really looked like, from her C-section birth experience to the emotional, and mental realities of postpa...

In this solo episode of Still Me, Also Mom , Alex reflects on what it really feels like to be a woman navigating career, motherhood, relationships, health, and everything in between. After celebrating International Women’s Day, Alex found herself thinking about the pressure many women feel to “do it all”, to be successful in their careers, present with their families, supportive partners, good fri...

In this episode of Still Me, Also Mom , I sit down with Jennifer Gale, realtor, mom of four daughters, and a woman who built her life with intention. Jennifer started her real estate career when her first daughter was just 3 months old, in a brand-new city, with no car, no phone, and no safety net. Shortly after her second daughter was born, she became a single mom. With the support of her parents...

In this episode of Still Me, Also Mom , I sit down with Jessica Hammell, realtor of 18 years and mom to 18 month old Bianca, who is navigating one of the busiest seasons of her life. Between bottle weaning, daycare transitions, and moving homes, Jessica is in the thick of it. But this conversation isn’t just about chaos, it’s about evolution. After nearly two decades in business, Jessica shares ho...

In this episode of Still Me, Also Mom , I sit down with Olivia Kazma, mama to Amari (3) and newborn Naomi (10 weeks), who is right in the thick of motherhood while also reflecting on the journey that brought her here. From running a full household on maternity leave to building a thriving aesthetics business, Olivia shares what it looked like to choose alignment over burnout. After splitting her t...

Some dreams don’t happen loudly, they happen quietly, in early mornings, small pockets of time, and years of showing up. In this episode of Still Me, Also Mom , I’m joined by Carolyn Mills, a grade 7 teacher, mom of two teenagers, and the author of five published books (three picture books and two adult novels). We talk about what it really looks like to pursue a creative dream alongside full-time...

In this episode of Still Me, Also Mom , I sit down with entrepreneur and mom of three, Torill Myre, for a deeply grounding conversation about presence, resilience, and choosing yourself in a new season of life. Torill shares her journey of building a business in the food space, navigating years of high stress, and moving through life’s inevitable ups and downs. Now in a chapter focused on slowing...

In this episode of Still Me, Also Mom , I sit down with entrepreneur and mom of three, Cheryl Sanguinetti, for a powerful conversation about seasons, systems, and redefining success as life evolves. Cheryl shares what it looks like to grow and maintain a business while raising a family, not by chasing balance, but by building systems that support both her work and her life. We talk about how diffe...

In this episode, I’m joined by my aunt, Tia, a mom of two, longtime business owner, and someone who has lived through many seasons of motherhood, work, and life. Tia shares honest reflections from raising her kids while running businesses, navigating big life changes, and learning what actually matters when everything feels important. We talk about giving yourself permission to stop, to focus on y...

As we step into 2026, I’m sharing a very real reflection on how fast life moves, and how much can change in such a short time. In this solo episode, I talk about one of the biggest shifts our family has made recently: Isabella starting daycare. From the emotions behind that decision, to the privilege of having a nanny during her first year, to what this change means for me personally, this episode...

As the year comes to a close, I wanted to take a moment to pause, reflect, and say thank you. In this solo episode of Still Me, Also Mom , I’m sharing what this past year has taught me about identity, motherhood, slowing down, and learning to hold multiple versions of yourself at once. Thank you for listening, for being part of this space, and for allowing these conversations to exist. I hope this...

In this episode of Still Me, Also Mom, I sit down with Lori Hennessey, a mom and real estate professional navigating the balance between growing a business and raising a young family. Lori shares her journey into real estate, what motherhood has shifted for her personally and professionally, and how she’s learned to redefine success in this season of life. We talk about ambition, boundaries, and t...

In this episode of Still Me, Also Mom , Alex sits down with Winnipeg REALTOR® Nicole Hacault, a top producer, Chairman’s Club member, team leader, and mom to two boys. Nicole shares an honest look at what it really takes to build a successful real estate career while raising a family, from learning how to set boundaries, to managing mom guilt, to redefining what “success” actually means in differe...

In this episode, Alex is joined by Toronto REALTOR® Vanessa Barker , a mom of two who has built her life and business around intention, clarity, and choosing what truly matters. Vanessa opens up about how motherhood reshaped her priorities, how she fits wellness and strength into a busy life, and the mindset shifts that helped her show up more fully, for her kids, her clients, and herself. She spe...

This week on Still Me, Also Mom, I’m joined by the incredible Alexis Hoffman, therapist, content creator, long-time mental health advocate, and mom to 15-month-old Twyla. Alexis is someone who shows up with honesty and emotional clarity, and in this conversation she opens up fully about the parts of motherhood that many women experience, but few talk about. We dive into her journey through trying...

This week on Still Me, Also Mom , I’m joined by the incredibly grounded and thoughtful Jaimie (Robbins) Bolahood, a woman who embodies what it looks like to lead with gratitude, stay true to your priorities, and “just do it” even when life feels full and imperfect. As part of the Robbins family behind RRI, Jaimie grew up inside one of the most influential coaching organizations in real estate. Tod...

This week’s episode is incredibly special, and unlike anything I’ve shared before. Back in June, I sat down to record a conversation with my grandma, who is now 90 years old and had never listened to (or even heard of) a podcast before. What we captured isn’t polished or structured, but it’s one of the most meaningful recordings I’ve ever done. In this episode, my grandma shares stories from her l...

This episode is extra special, I’m joined by my mom, Lisa Hamielec. We chat about what it was like juggling entrepreneurship and motherhood, why she never bought into the idea of “doing it all,” and the lessons she learned raising two kids while running a company. It’s honest, funny, and full of perspective, the kind of conversation that feels like coffee with your mom, if your mom also happened t...

You know that constant, swirling brain energy that never turns off? The lists. The remembering. The planning. The emotional caretaking. The keeping-everything-and-everyone afloat. That’s the mental load…and we do not talk about it enough. In this episode, I’m sitting with the truth of what it feels like to be a mom, a partner, and someone building a career I love… all while navigating ADHD and wha...

Heartfelt & Relatable Round Two in Real Time: Motherhood, Shift-Work Parenting & Toddler Life with Michaela When motherhood teaches you to roll with the punches… and podcasting does the same. In this episode, Alex sits down with her sister-in-law, Michaela, for the second time, after their first recording accidentally cut off halfway. Since then, life has already shifted again: Rowan is no...