Mom's Guide to Finding Herself: Rediscovering Identity and Joy in Motherhood

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She Started a Business 6 Months Pregnant, Went Bankrupt, and Built It Anyway with Laura Aura

2026-04-0625:52

Have you ever felt like something in your life needs to change — but you keep talking yourself out of it? Maybe it's a job. A relationship. A version of yourself you've been performing for years. You know something's off. But what's on the other side feels terrifying. Today's guest knows that feeling intimately. Laura Aura is a keynote speaker, personal growth coach, and host of The Gutsy Podcast. She started her business six and a half months pregnant, navigated bankruptcy, and after 16 years of building something successful — decided to sell it all and start over. In this episode, Laura and Krissy talk about: What it's like to become a mom and an entrepreneur at the exact same time How Laura survived bankruptcy, a Velcro baby, and a husband who lost his job — all at once The moment she realized her business was done (and what she did about it) Why our bodies know before our brains do when something needs to change The thing so many moms are stuck on: feeling done — but afraid they're not allowed to be This is part one of a two-part conversation. Next week, Laura is coming back to talk about the voice inside your head that talks you out of your best ideas — and how to finally do something about it. If you've ever felt done with something but terrified of what's next, this episode is for you.

The Rules I Stopped Following After Becoming a Mom (And Why Life Got Lighter)

2026-03-3008:37

Are you secretly exhausted from trying to be a "good mom" all the time? You love your kids more than anything… but motherhood still feels heavier than it should. The pressure to enjoy every moment, keep everything together, stay productive, and never need help is enough to make any mom feel like she's disappearing. In this episode, I'm sharing the invisible rules I stopped following after becoming a mom — the ones quietly fueling mom guilt, burnout, and identity loss — and how letting them go helped me feel lighter, calmer, and more like myself again. Because motherhood isn't meant to be a performance. And you don't have to earn rest, prove your worth, or pretend this season is easy. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: • The "good mom" expectation that creates constant guilt • Why motherhood feels hard (and why it's not a personal failure) • How to stop disappearing inside your role and feel like a person again If this episode hits home, follow the show so you never miss a conversation like this. And if it helped you, leaving a quick rating and review is the best way to support the podcast. Share it with a mom friend who needs permission to breathe. Tag me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momidentityproject/ Have a question or story you want me to share on air? Leave a 90-second voice message: https://www.momsguidetofindingherself.com Sign up for my Mom Moment Memo: https://www.momidentityproject.com/memo Ready to find your thing, find the time, and make it happen? Grab the Mom Identity Starter Kit ($17): https://www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit LEARN MORE FROM KRISSY BOLD: Website: https://www.momidentityproject.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momidentityproject/

How to Protect Your Sense of Self in Motherhood

2026-03-2312:51

Are you slowly disappearing in motherhood… and not even realizing it? You love your kids more than anything—but somewhere between the snack refills, the mental load, and putting everyone else first, you started fading into the background. You're not burned out. You're not in crisis. You just don't feel like a person anymore. That quiet motherhood identity loss is more common than anyone talks about—and it doesn't get fixed by "doing more" or reinventing your whole life. In this episode, I'm sharing how to stop disappearing in the first place and protect your sense of self in small, realistic ways that actually fit mom life. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: • Why motherhood identity loss happens so quietly you don't notice it • The subtle signs you're self-abandoning (that have nothing to do with burnout) • Small, daily practices that protect your sense of self—even with zero free time You deserve to exist inside your life, not just manage it. 💛 Follow the show so you never miss an episode. Love this podcast? Leave a rating and review—it helps more moms find this support. Tag me on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/momidentityproject Have a question or a story you want me to share on air? Leave a 90-second voice message: https://www.momsguidetofindingherself.com Sign up for my Mom Moment Memo: https://www.momidentityproject.com/memo Ready to find your thing, find the time, and make it happen? Grab the Mom Identity Starter Kit ($17): https://www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit LEARN MORE FROM KRISSY BOLD: Website: https://www.momidentityproject.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momidentityproject/

Adding a Baby or a Dog to Your Family? Avoid These Common Mistakes with Dominika Knossalla-Pado

2026-03-1633:05

Bringing home a baby… or bringing home a dog? Either way, your whole family feels the shift. Most parents focus on the cute moments — first snuggles, sweet photos, growing up together. But the transition is emotional, messy, and full of safety decisions no one really prepares you for. In this episode, certified dog trainer and Dog Meets Baby founder Dominika Knossalla-Pado shares what actually helps when you're preparing your dog for a new baby, preparing your children for a new dog, or simply trying to make life with kids and dogs safer and calmer. Because training is only one piece of the puzzle. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: • Why your dog may stop feeling like your "first baby" — and why that's normal • Simple daily habits that make the baby transition easier for your dog • The safest age to bring a dog into a family with young kids • Why fewer, reliable training skills matter more than fancy commands If this episode helped you, share it with a fellow parent ❤️ Follow the show so you never miss an episode. Love the podcast? Leave a rating and review — even one sentence helps more moms find this support. Tag me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/momidentityproject Have a question or a story you want me to share on air? Leave a voice message at https://www.momsguidetofindingherself.com Sign up for my Mom Moment Memo: https://www.momidentityproject.com/memo Grab my Mom Identity Starter Kit: https://www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit Learn more from Krissy Bold https://www.momidentityproject.com/ https://www.instagram.com/momidentityproject/ Connect with Dominika Knossalla-Pado Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogmeets_baby/ Website: https://www.dogmeetsbaby.expert Dominika Knossalla-Pado is a certified dog trainer and founder of Dog Meets Baby, helping families safely and confidently navigate life with kids and dogs.

From Dog Mom to Twin Mom: The Identity Crisis No One Talks About with Dominika Knossalla-Pado

2026-03-0926:33

Did you ever feel totally prepared for motherhood… and then completely wrecked by it? You read the books. You made the plans. You felt confident in your expertise. And then motherhood hit—and nothing went the way you expected. In this raw and honest conversation, Dominika shares how becoming a mom to twins shook the very foundation of who she thought she was. From pregnancy complications and NICU trauma to postpartum anxiety and a terrifying moment with her family dog, this is the side of early motherhood we don't talk about enough. If you've ever felt blindsided, overwhelmed, or like you lost your identity as a mom… this episode will make you feel seen. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: • Why even "experts" experience a motherhood identity crisis • How unexpected postpartum challenges can trigger anxiety and identity loss • What it really takes to rebuild trust, confidence, and yourself in early motherhood Motherhood changes you — but you don't have to lose yourself forever. If this episode encouraged you, follow the show and leave a rating + review so more moms can find it. Share it with a friend who needs to hear it. Tag me on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/momidentityproject Have a question or a story you want me to share on air? Leave me a 90 second or less voice message: https://www.momsguidetofindingherself.com Sign up for my Mom Moment Memo: https://www.momidentityproject.com/memo Ready to find your thing, find the time, and make it happen? Grab my Mom Identity Starter Kit for $17: https://www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit LEARN MORE FROM KRISSY BOLD: https://www.momidentityproject.com/ CONNECT WITH DOMINIKA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogmeets_baby Website: https://www.dogmeetsbaby.expert

82 The Weight of Motherhood in a Scary World

2026-03-0209:17

How are you supposed to raise joyful, secure kids when the world feels like it's falling apart? You're packing lunches, wiping counters, singing bedtime songs… and then scrolling devastating headlines at 9 PM wondering what kind of world your kids are growing up in. You feel like you should be doing more. Caring more. Fixing more. But you're also supposed to be the steady one. The cheerful one. The "fun mom." And that tension? It's exhausting. In this episode of Mom's Guide to Finding Herself, we're unpacking the emotional labor of global awareness — what it's doing to moms, why motherhood feels so heavy right now, and how to carry the weight of the world without losing yourself in the process. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why modern motherhood feels uniquely overwhelming in the 24/7 news cycle What the "emotional labor of global awareness" really is (and why it's draining you) Practical ways to set boundaries, regulate your nervous system, and take sustainable action without burning out You don't have to choose between being informed and protecting your peace. You can care deeply and stay steady. If this episode gave you breathing room, share it with a mom friend who's carrying more than she can name. Follow the show and leave a rating or review — even one sentence helps more moms find support in the middle of their motherhood identity crisis. Have a question or story you want me to share on air? Leave me a 90-second voice message at https://www.momsguidetofindingherself.com Sign up for my Mom Moment Memo at https://www.momidentityproject.com/memo Ready to find your thing, find the time, and make it happen? Grab my Mom Identity Starter Kit for $17 at https://www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit Learn more at https://www.momidentityproject.com/ and connect on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/momidentityproject/

81 If Motherhood Had Performance Reviews: A Totally Biased Report Card

2026-02-2310:51

Ever wondered what it would be like to get an actual performance review… as a mom? Let's just say, it's part hilarious, part emotional gut-punch, and 100% what you need to hear today. You're doing more than you realize. But when was the last time anyone noticed? In this episode, I'm walking you through a totally made-up (but deeply validating) mom performance review—rubric style. Because whether it's surviving bedtime or dodging tantrums in aisle nine, you deserve some freakin' recognition. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why your inner mom critic is dead wrong about your "failures" The small everyday moments that actually prove you're thriving How to start seeing yourself with more grace, humor, and honesty This one's for the moms doing all the things and wondering if it's enough. (Spoiler: It is.) 📸 Take a screenshot and tag @momidentityproject on Instagram ⭐ Follow the show and leave a 5-star review so we can keep this content coming your way! 💬 Leave a 90-sec voice message: https://www.momsguidetofindingherself.com 📬 Sign up for the Mom Moment Memo: https://www.momidentityproject.com/memo 🎁 Get the Mom Identity Starter Kit: https://www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit

80 Legal Basics Every Mom Needs to Know Before Starting a Business with Amber Gilormo

2026-02-1628:10

Starting to sell your crafts or offer services—but not sure when it becomes a real business? You're not alone. The legal side of starting a business can feel super overwhelming, especially when you're a mom doing all the things. In this episode, attorney and mom of five Amber Gilormo shares exactly what to do (and when) to protect your business, your family, and your peace. Whether you're still dabbling on Etsy or starting to grow an actual client list, this episode will help you go from overwhelmed to confident. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: When to file an LLC—and why it's not about how much money you're making The legal protections you actually need (and what can wait) How to protect your personal info, set up contracts, and avoid rookie mistakes 👩‍⚖️ GUEST: Amber Gilormo, Esq. Founder of The Boutique Lawyer | shop.theboutiquelawyer.com Instagram: @theboutiquelawyer Follow the show and leave a 5-star review so more moms can find support on their business journey. 🔗 More support from Krissy: Leave a voice message Sign up for the Mom Moment Memo Get the $17 Mom Identity Starter Kit

79 Postpartum Anxiety, Burnout, and Learning to Slow Down with Amber Gilormo

2026-02-0928:08

Ever felt like motherhood flipped your life upside down—and not in a cute, Instagram-worthy way? You're not alone. In this episode of Mom's Guide to Finding Herself, attorney and mom of five Amber Gilormo shares the raw truth about going from a "childfree by choice" career woman to navigating postpartum anxiety, unexpected identity shifts, and the stroke that forced her to slow down. Amber's story is a wake-up call for any mom trying to do it all—and paying for it with her health. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL FIND OUT: Why postpartum anxiety isn't just about sadness—and how it showed up for Amber How ignoring her body led to a literal stroke (and the changes she had to make) What it really looks like to rebuild your identity after motherhood hits full force 👩‍⚖️ GUEST: Amber Gilormo, Esq. Founder of The Boutique Lawyer | theboutiquelawyer.com Instagram: @theboutiquelawyer Follow the show and leave a 5-star review to help more moms find this conversation. 🔗 Want more? Leave a voice message Sign up for the Mom Moment Memo Get the $17 Mom Identity Starter Kit

78 Finding Your Thing as a Mom Doesn't Have to Mean Alone Time

2026-02-0209:29

Do you feel like "me time" is just another thing you don't have time for? Mom Identity Starter Kit Mom Moment Memo Instagram We've been sold the idea that you have to get away to feel like yourself again, but what if your "thing" can happen while your toddler is next to you eating Cheerios? Feeling like the only way to reconnect with yourself is to escape your house? I've been there. But in this episode, I share how I redefined what me time actually looks like—and how I found my thing in the most unexpected moment (hint: it involved a Bluetooth headband and bedtime chaos). BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why your "thing" doesn't have to be done in silence or solitude How to stop numbing out and start filling up Small, real-life ways to reclaim your identity—even in the thick of mom life You don't need more guilt. You need a plan. And joy? It's closer than you think. 💕 Like this episode? Follow, rate, and review the show! 💬 Have a question or a story to share on air? Leave me a voice message at Mom's Guide to Finding Herself 📬 Sign up for the Mom Moment Memo 🎁 Ready to find your thing, find the time, and make it happen? Grab the Mom Identity Starter Kit for $17 7AVcNb0pl0xGd93FGzKy

77 The Winter Blues for Moms & How to Feel Like Yourself Again

2026-01-2613:05

Why does winter feel extra hard when you're a mom? Even with your fuzzy socks and peppermint mocha in hand, you still feel off. You're not alone—and you're not broken. Let's talk about what's really going on and how to feel like yourself again. Ever find yourself more irritable, anxious, or drained in the winter months? You've got the candles lit and your cozy setup ready, but the spark just isn't there. Maybe you're snapping more, canceling plans, or struggling to finish a sentence without brain fog. This episode is your permission slip to stop blaming yourself—and start getting support. Here's the truth: Winter hits moms differently—and it's not just in your head. The lack of sunlight, sensory overload, sick season, post-holiday crash, and invisible loneliness all pile up. But there's a way through—and it starts with a RESET. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN: Why moms are especially vulnerable to the winter blues (and how to spot it before it spirals) The RESET method to feel more grounded and emotionally okay—even in gray, hard seasons Simple, science-backed shifts like light therapy, movement, nourishment, and connection that actually help ✨ Want my full RESET method plus a mini workshop on reclaiming your identity? Grab the Mom Identity Starter Kit for $17 💌 Sign up for my Mom Moment Memo 🎙️ Have a question or story to share? Leave a 90-second voice message 📲 Follow me on Instagram @momidentityproject

76 What Counts as Movement in Motherhood with Krystle Howald

2026-01-1934:44

Still think movement doesn't "count" unless it leaves you sweaty and sore? Moms are taught that if it's not a full workout, it's not enough. But that's a lie that keeps us stuck in guilt and disconnection from our bodies. In this episode, physical therapist and co-founder of Expecting and Empowered Krystle Howald is back to break down what actually counts as movement in motherhood—and how to reclaim your strength and energy even if you're short on time, healing from birth, or just plain exhausted. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why your "exercise snacks" are way more powerful than you think How to rebuild strength even years after birth The real reason your upper back might be screaming—and what to do about it You don't need a gym. You don't need an hour. You just need this reframed mindset—and a little support to start small. Krystle Howald Bio: Krystle is a physical therapist with over 13 years of experience working with pregnant and postpartum women. As co-founder of Expecting and Empowered, she combines clinical expertise with her own motherhood journey (hello, 3 C-sections!) to help moms move safely, heal well, and feel empowered at every stage. TRY EXPECTING AND EMPOWERED Use code MOMSGUIDEPOD for 15% off the app: https://expectingandempowered.com Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expectingandempowered 👍 Like this video and subscribe 🎧 Share with a fellow mom who needs this 💬 Tag me on IG @momidentityproject 🎙️ Leave a 90-second voice message at https://www.momsguidetofindingherself.com 📝 Get my weekly Mom Moment Memo: https://www.momidentityproject.com/memo 🎯 Grab the $17 Mom Identity Starter Kit: https://www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit

75 Protecting the Things That Keep You Grounded as a Mom with Krystle Howald

2026-01-1225:40

Are you losing touch with the parts of yourself that keep you grounded in motherhood? So many moms pour themselves into raising babies and managing a home... but forget to protect the parts of themselves that actually help them thrive. Today's guest, Krystle Howald, is here to shift that. As a physical therapist and co-founder of Expecting and Empowered, Krystle brings her professional expertise and raw personal experience (hello, 3 C-sections!) to this honest conversation about recovery, identity, and why movement is so much more than fitness. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: What grounding actually means for moms—and why it's non-negotiable Why the "do it all" mindset is sabotaging your healing How Krystle's C-section recoveries shaped her mission to help other moms feel strong and whole again Whether you're in the thick of postpartum or just feeling unsteady, this episode will help you reclaim the version of you that you actually want to protect. Krystle is a physical therapist with 13+ years of experience supporting pregnancy and postpartum women. She co-founded Expecting and Empowered, a platform blending evidence-based PT with real-life mom wisdom. As a 3x C-section mom herself, she's on a mission to help women feel strong, grounded, and empowered in every season of motherhood. TRY THE EXPECTING AND EMPOWERED APP Use code MOMSGUIDEPOD for 15% off a yearly subscription https://expectingandempowered.com CONNECT WITH KRYSTLE Instagram: @expectingandempowered Website: https://expectingandempowered.com 👉 Like this episode? Give it a thumbs up and subscribe! 🎧 Love it? Share with a fellow mom and leave a 5-star review! 📣 Tag me on Instagram @momidentityproject 🎤 Want your voice on the show? Leave a 90-second message at https://www.momsguidetofindingherself.com 📝 Get my Mom Moment Memo: https://www.momidentityproject.com/memo 🎯 Ready to find your thing, your time, and your confidence? Start here: https://www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit

74 Mom-Friendly Goal Framework for 2026 (No Crashing Out!)

2026-01-0511:55

Are your 2026 goals already collecting dust? You are so not alone. This episode is your permission slip to stop trying to "do more" and instead focus on what truly fits your life right now. Feeling like you're already behind on your new year goals? That planner you bought? The routines you swore you'd stick to? If they're already gathering dust, it's not because you failed—it's because those systems weren't made for moms. In this episode, Krissy introduces her refreshing 10-Day Challenge Method, a gentle approach to goal-setting that bends with your real life, not against it. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why traditional goal-setting fails moms (and what works instead) How to create goals based on how you want to feel, not just what you want to do The simple "comforter/socks" method to layer goals by size and effort Whether your goal is to drink more water, find joy again, or just not cry today, this episode will help you build rhythms that reflect who you really are. Tag me @momidentityproject if this resonated, and share it with another mom who needs a gentler way to grow in 2026. 🛠️ RESOURCES MENTIONED: Mom Identity Starter Kit Sign up for the Mom Moment Memo Leave me a voice message

73 A Gentle Year in Review for Moms

2025-12-2908:45

Do you feel like you lost yourself in motherhood this year? If your year feels like one long blur of bedtime battles, snack crumbs, and second-guessing yourself—you're not alone. This episode is a gentle year in review for moms, designed to help you reflect on the invisible labor, emotional load, and quiet wins that don't show up on your Instagram grid. Motherhood identity loss is real—and so is your growth. We're ditching the pressure to reinvent ourselves in January and making space to honor everything you carried this year. This isn't about productivity or resolutions. It's about reclaiming your identity after motherhood and noticing the ways you showed up—again and again. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN: Why moms tend to focus on what went wrong (blame the negativity bias!) How to spot your invisible wins and quiet progress 5 gentle, non-overwhelming reflection questions for moms who are doing their best You don't need a new you. You need to see you. 💌 Subscribe to the Mom Moment Memo 🎁 Grab your $17 Mom Identity Starter Kit 📢 Tag me on IG @momidentityproject 🗣 Leave a voice message Like this show? Pay it forward and share it with a friend. Love this show? Follow and leave a 5-star review to help other moms find this space.

72 A Gift of Stillness in the Middle of Motherhood

2025-12-2207:57

Do the holidays bring up more than just joy for you? If you're carrying joy and grief, gratitude and exhaustion this week—you're not broken. You're a mom. And you're allowed to feel all of it. This Christmas episode is a poetic pause for your soul. I'm sharing two poems from From One Mom to a Mother by Jessica Urlichs—words that gently hold space for the mess, the missing, and the becoming. If you've ever looked in the mirror and wondered who you are now… this one's for you. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL: Feel seen in your motherhood identity crisis—especially this time of year Learn why you don't need to "tie it all up with a bow" emotionally Be reminded that you are not lost—you're becoming ✨ Preorder Jessica's new book They Bloom Because of You (March 2026): https://amzn.to/3LfyLSG Order From One Mom to A Mother and all of Jessica's books https://amzn.to/3YK58Ml ✨ More support from Krissy: → Mom Identity Starter Kit → Mom Moment Memo Newsletter → Leave a Voice message for the show Tag me on Instagram @momidentityproject and share your thoughts.

71 Surviving Sick Season as a Mom Without Burning Out with Dr. Mona Amin

2025-12-1534:05

Is sick season turning your house into a germy battleground—and your brain into mush? If you're barely holding it together between school call-outs, snot-covered toddlers, and the emotional weight of being the one who handles everything, this episode is for you. Sick season hits moms hard, and it's not just the fevers—it's the burnout, the decision fatigue, and the constant guilt. That's why I called in pediatrician and mom Dr. Mona Amin from PedsDocTalk to walk us through how to survive sick season as a mom without losing yourself in the process. We're talking: What red flags mean it's time to keep your kid home—and what's just a harmless runny nose How to navigate parenting while sick yourself, without guilt or burnout Practical strategies to reduce the mental load, protect vulnerable family members, and still find moments of peace Whether you're deep in the flu season shuffle, managing sick kids back-to-back, or just trying to care for your family without abandoning yourself, this episode is your permission slip to rest, reset, and protect your peace. 📲 Tag me on Instagram @momidentityproject 💬 Leave me a message: momsguidetofindingherself.com 📝 Get my Mom Moment Memo: momidentityproject.com/memo 🧰 Grab the $17 Mom Identity Starter Kit: momidentityproject.com/starterkit 🎧 Like the show? Share it with a fellow mom in burnout mode. 💛 Love the show? Leave a 5-star review—it helps us keep going!

70 How This Pediatrician Learned to Trust Her Intuition with Dr. Mona Amin

2025-12-0829:50

Have you ever had a gut feeling something was wrong—and everyone told you it was "just anxiety"? Dr. Mona Amin is a pediatrician and parenting expert. But when she became a mom, everything she thought she knew was turned upside down. In this powerful episode, she shares her traumatic birth story, her son's NICU and stroke diagnosis, her own ICU stay, and how motherhood forced her to stop doubting herself—and start trusting her intuition more than anything else. If you've ever felt dismissed, overwhelmed, or like you were losing yourself in early motherhood, this conversation is for you. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN: Why even the most "prepared" moms can face unexpected trauma after birth How to recognize and reclaim your maternal intuition, even when no one else listens What reparenting yourself really looks like—and how it helps you show up for your kids We're diving into birth trauma, postpartum identity loss, medical trauma, intuitive parenting, and what it means to rebuild yourself after everything falls apart. CONNECT WITH DR. MONA AMIN: Website: https://www.pedsdoctalk.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pedsdoctalk/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pedsdoctalk-podcast-child-health-development/id1501057527 LEARN MORE FROM KRISSY BOLD: Website: https://www.momidentityproject.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momidentityproject Starter Kit: https://www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit Voice message: https://www.momsguidetofindingherself.com Memo signup: https://www.momidentityproject.com/memo Follow the show and leave a 5-star review to help more moms find honest, empowering conversations about motherhood identity, postpartum mental health, and trusting yourself again.

69 Reclaiming Your Sanity This Holiday Season Without Skipping the Magic

2025-12-0112:20

Does the holiday season make you feel even more disconnected from yourself? You're not just overwhelmed, you're likely facing a motherhood identity crisis. In the rush to create joy for everyone else, you might be losing sight of your own. This episode offers real talk and relief for moms struggling with identity after motherhood, especially during the busiest season of the year. You'll hear a raw story about the moment I realized I'd completely disappeared under the weight of holiday expectations—and how I started reclaiming myself in small, intentional ways. If you're feeling like you've lost who you are since becoming a mom, you're not broken. You're just overdue for your own magic. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN: 🎄 The real reason holiday stress feels heavier after kids—it's tied to motherhood identity loss 🎄 How to stop saying yes out of guilt and start honoring what matters to you 🎄 A realistic plan to protect your peace and rediscover what lights you up 🎄 How to create a more joyful season by including yourself in it You are more than a holiday magic maker. You deserve to feel like you again. Let this episode guide you back toward clarity, calm, and joy. 💬 Leave a message: momsguidetofindingherself.com 💌 Get the Memo: momidentityproject.com/memo 🎁 Reset your identity: momidentityproject.com/starterkit 📲 Follow @momidentityproject on Instagram ⭐ Follow + review to help other moms find this episode

68 Stories of Mom Support That Will Restore Your Faith in Humanity with Kaitlin Becker

2025-11-2430:22

Ever had a stranger mom show up for you when you needed it most? In this feel-good, emotionally honest episode, Krissy sits down with Kaitlin Becker, known for her roles on Sprout's Sunny Side Up and Meekah on Blippi, to share real stories of mom-to-mom support that changed everything. From NICU struggles to grocery store tears, these are the moments that remind us we're not alone. You'll laugh, cry, and walk away with your heart full. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Real stories of mom kindness that will renew your faith in people Why small moments can have a huge emotional impact How Kaitlin navigated postpartum and found community in unexpected places 💗 Loved it? Follow, rate, and review to help us keep creating these episodes. 🎤 CONNECT WITH KAITLIN BECKER: Instagram: @kaitlinbecker Have Kaitlin send a message of kindness and support: https://www.cameo.com/kaitlinbex 🎧 LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Harmony by Fyutch & Aura V featuring Kaitlin Becker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qn7nlBGhieo&list=OLAK5uy_kUCbQof6AuMkZp5MSBDEffLzN60i1e1HQ Morris and the Magic Bell (Yoto): https://us.yotoplay.com/products/morris-and-the-magic-bell Every Body's Talkin' (Tonies): https://us.tonies.com/products/clever-tonies-set-every-bodys-talkin?variant=46108859760791 📲 Tag me on Instagram @momidentityproject 💬 Leave a voice message: https://www.momsguidetofindingherself.com 📝 Get my Mom Memo: https://www.momidentityproject.com/memo 🎁 Starter Kit: https://www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit

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Mom's Guide to Finding Herself: Rediscovering Identity and Joy in Motherhood