Please Hold, I'm Mothering

Becoming a mom changes everything, including who we think we are. In this episode, Brenna, counsellor, and life coach, opens up about navigating postpartum depression and rage, the pressure to “have it all together,” and what it means to be a  rough draft of who you’re meant to be.  Her story is raw, relatable, and full of wisdom for any mom trying to balance identity, healing, and the messy beaut...

In this episode, we dive into the challenges and triumphs of balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship. Join us as Max shares her personal journey, from navigating daycare dilemmas to launching a skincare brand. Discover how community support and creative outlets play a crucial role in her life, and gain insights into the realities of being a mompreneur. Whether you're a parent, an entreprene...

In this solo episode of "Please Hold, I'm Mothering," I open up about the rollercoaster of balancing work and family life as my little one approaches his first birthday. It's a journey filled with emotional highs and lows as I explore childcare options, from nannies to daycares, and grapple with the bittersweet feelings of sharing bedtime duties. Join me as I candidly discuss the...

In this heartfelt episode, we dive into the challenges and triumphs of balancing creative work with the demands of parenting. We share candid stories about the emotional rollercoaster of motherhood, the struggle to maintain a creative identity, and the importance of finding a supportive community. Whether you're a parent, a creative, or both, this episode offers relatable insights and practica...

This one’s for every mama who’s ever wondered if it’s too late to start over. 💭 It’s not. Join us as we dive into a powerful conversation with Beata, a boutique owner and mom who left the corporate world to embrace the beautiful chaos of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Discover how she found herself again through her boutique, her love for chickens, and her upcoming podcast, The Second Tide. Thi...

If you’ve ever felt torn between who you are and who you’re expected to be as a mother, this one’s for you. Welcome to the messy middle of motherhood and ambition. In this raw and honest kickoff episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on why I started  Please Hold, I’m Mothering.  From skipping maternity leave to juggling a baby during client calls, I share the emotional rollercoaster that led to po...