08. Finding Childcare as a Mama Business Owner

In this episode of the Mama In Biz podcast, host Rebecca Schor shares her personal journey of finding childcare for her son while managing her business. Rebecca shares insights on various childcare options she’s tried—from in-home daycares to hiring a nanny, and even working from home full-time with her son. She also discusses the emotional hurdles she faced along the way. She also touches on the unique challenges that come with “daycare syndrome,” the constant cycle of sickness that has impacted her family during cold & flu season and why she needs more support with childcare during the winter months. Rebecca also addresses the pervasive 'mom guilt' many mothers experience and offers words of encouragement and advice for finding a supportive community. This episode is a candid look at the real-life struggles and triumphs of being a business-owning mother, filled with practical tips for navigating childcare and maintaining a successful business.

00:00 Introduction to Mama Biz Virtual Social Hour

01:39 Welcome to the Mama and Biz Podcast

02:39 Diving into Childcare Decisions

12:04 The First Day at Daycare

20:25 Transitioning to a Nanny

24:21 Finding the Right Daycare

31:44 Dealing with Daycare Sickness

37:00 Overcoming Mom Guilt

43:34 Final Thoughts and Support

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07. Creating a Sustainable Business and Lifestyle for Motherhood; Birth, Postpartum Support & Returning to Work with Ashton Smith of The Awakening.

In this episode of the Mama In Biz podcast, we chat with Ashton Smith, a new mom and entrepreneur who shares her experiences balancing motherhood and running her business, The Awakening.

Ashton is the Founder of The Awakening, a coaching + education platform that has served hundreds of women worldwide since its inception in 2019. She loves to help women design profitable and sustainable companies from the ground up, but it’s about so much more for her. She is deeply committed to helping women wake up to their power, live fulfilling lives, and create lasting impact on future generations.

Ashton discusses the challenges of adjusting to life with a newborn while maintaining a successful company, including the preparations she made during her pregnancy and her invaluable support system postpartum. She delves into her birth story, the emotional rollercoaster of early motherhood, and the critical role her doula played in her journey. Additionally, Ashton offers insights into sustainable business practices tailored for mothers, emphasizing the importance of knowing one's goals and building a business that supports a desired lifestyle. This episode is rich with heartfelt reflections, practical advice, and the importance of creating a supportive network for both personal and professional life.

Check out Ashton's FREE 90-Day Profit Planner: https://myawakening.co/profit

The Awakening Website: https://myawakening.co

Follow The Awakening on IG: https://www.instagram.com/myawakeningco/

Listen to Ashton's Podcast 'Legacy Creator': https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legacy-creator/id1679349684

00:00 Introduction and Personal Background

00:36 Balancing Motherhood and Entrepreneurship

01:12 Building a Sustainable Business

03:10 Preparing for Maternity Leave

05:26 The Importance of Support Systems

08:52 Client Retention and Business Growth

13:02 The Reality of Social Media Success

19:13 Birth Story and Personal Reflections

27:16 Epidural Experiences and Labor Challenges

29:29 The Importance of Flexibility in Birth Plans

30:54 Postpartum Realities and Support Systems

32:51 The Role of a Doula in Birth and Postpartum

38:53 Navigating Maternity Leave and Returning to Work

43:55 Balancing Motherhood and Business

51:20 Final Thoughts and Where to Follow

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In this episode of the Mama In Biz podcast, we sit down with Erika Millard, a Bookkeeping Coach who loves teaching business owners how to get organized with bookkeeping & actually understand their numbers. She helps entrepreneurs do their own bookkeeping in less than an hour per month, heck yes! She is a mama to 4 kiddos & currently lives in Birmingham, AL where you can probably find her cooling off at an ice cream shop.

Erika shares her inspiring journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, providing valuable insights on balancing motherhood and business. We explore crucial bookkeeping practices, time management strategies, and the importance of understanding your business financials. Erika’s practical tips, such as separating personal and business finances and choosing the right bookkeeping software, empower new and seasoned entrepreneurs to avoid common pitfalls. Additionally, she highlights the significance of having a supportive community and the need for discipline and flexibility in managing dual roles as entrepreneur and Mama. Tune in for an engaging discussion designed to help mompreneurs thrive when it comes to knowing their numbers and actually making bookkeeping FUN (yes, I said fun)!

Check out Erika's FREE Bookkeeping Checklist: https://erikamillard.com/bookkeeping-checklist

Get Comfy with QuickBooks program: https://erikamillard.com/get-comfy-with-quickbooks

Listen to Erika's Podcast "Get Comfy With Numbers":

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-comfy-with-numbers-making-bookkeeping-quickbooks/id1707561040

Check out Erika's Website: https://erikamillard.com/

Follow Erika on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erika_millard/

00:00 Introduction: Balancing Motherhood and Business

01:24 Guest Introduction: Meet Erika Millard

01:35 Erika’s Journey: From Corporate to Entrepreneurship

05:24 Advice for Aspiring Mompreneurs

08:55 Balancing Act: Managing Business and Motherhood

13:02 Bookkeeping Basics for Business Owners

26:50 Setting Up Business Accounts

27:47 Bookkeeping Software and Training

28:58 QuickBooks Support and Customization

30:03 Budgeting for Your Business

33:38 Organizing Receipts and Financial Documents

38:56 Common Bookkeeping Mistakes

47:48 End-of-Year Bookkeeping Tips

50:18 Final Thoughts and Advice for Mama Business Owners

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In this episode of the Mama In Biz podcast, host Rebecca Schor shares her personal journey of balancing motherhood with her thriving wedding photography business. Rebecca, a seasoned wedding photographer and business coach, talks about the challenges she faced with her premature son's health issues, postpartum depression, and managing her business without prior preparation for maternity leave. She emphasizes the need for establishing support systems, such as the Mama In Biz Facebook community, and automating business processes for expecting mothers and entrepreneurs. Through her story, she offers actionable tips and strategies she's learned during her transition into motherhood to achieve a balanced and thriving business-life blend.

00:00 Introduction to Mama In Biz Community

00:36 Welcome to the Mama In Biz Podcast

01:17 Rebecca's Journey to Motherhood and Business

03:18 Challenges of Balancing Business and Newborn

04:02 Practical Tips for Streamlining Your Business

12:38 The Importance of Planning for Maternity Leave

13:13 Creating a Supportive Community for Mama Entrepreneurs

19:03 Navigating Client Expectations During Personal Challenges

28:33 The Role of Therapy and Mental Health Support

32:02 Steps to Simplify and Automate Your Business

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45:04 The Benefits of Raising Prices and Reducing Workload

49:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Mama In Biz podcast, I chat with Chelsea Lehmann, owner of Home Town Events in Hamilton, New York. Chelsea shares her journey of balancing her roles as a mother, a business owner, and an involved community member. She discusses the inception of her business, the challenges of managing a wedding and event planning company, and her efforts to cultivate a thriving small town business and network in the same town that she was born and raised. Chelsea also shares her personal experiences of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum depression, offering advice and insight for other mothers. This real & raw conversation delves into the realities of juggling family life and entrepreneurial ambitions, while emphasizing the importance of community and support systems.

About Chelsea (in her words):

"I’m Chelsea (she/her), Certified Wedding and Event Planner with Home Town Events. I am excited to handle the details of your next event, especially your wedding day! When you hire me as your event planner, I will be on your team, advocating for what you want and how you want it done. I promise to plan your day with honesty, respect, and collaboration while providing my expertise and knowledge to make your day as stress-free as possible. FUN FACTS I am a die-hard Buffalo Bills fan; my family and I went to New Zealand for the women’s world cup; I was born and raised in the town I live in now; I live with my high-school sweetheart, our daughter, two cats, and a dog. MEMBERSHIPS Certified Wedding and Event Planner through The Certified Wedding Planner Society, the world’s leading wedding certification company. Recognized by the Better Business Bureau of New York State. Partner of Madison County Tourism. Member of the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce. Board member for Chenango Nursery School. Event coordinator for the CNY Women’s Network."

Check out Chelsea and her amazing work here:

Website: https://www.hometownevents.biz/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/home_town_events/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hometownevents315

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clehmann21/

Chelsea also mentioned she is involved with the CNY Women's Network: https://www.cnywomensnetwork.com/

In this episode of the Mama In Biz podcast, I continue sharing my intense journey to motherhood, with my sense of humor thrown in there (yep, the postpartum constipation saga continues); from leaving the hospital with our newborn, finding myself back in the ER that same night, to facing a terrifying health scare with our baby the very next day. The episode covers my experience with postpartum complications following a C-section, leading to an ER visit (or a few). I detail the harrowing account of discovering our son's dangerously low oxygen levels, the frustrating encounter with a gaslighting ER doctor, and the eventual transfer to a children's hospital. The episode recounts our week-long hospital stay filled with numerous tests, emotional turmoil, and the relief of being able to return home with strict oxygen monitoring for our son in place. I can't emphasize enough the importance of advocating for your child's health and for your own health. This episode is packed with raw, emotional moments and advice for new parents. This was not an easy episode for me to record, as I speak about some very traumatic past events, recalling the scariest moment of my entire life, but I hope by pulling back the curtain on my own story, it resonates with you in some way, inspires you and maybe helps you feel less alone. We were never meant to do it all alone, and we don't have to, Mama!

00:00 Introduction and Recap

02:06 Leaving the Hospital

03:31 First Night at Home

08:09 Emergency Room Visit

13:24 Pediatrician Checkup

17:32 Ambulance Ride

18:53 ER Gaslighting

21:33 Advocating for Your Child

23:45 Ambulance Ride to Children's Hospital

24:46 Arrival and Emergency at the Children's Hospital

25:43 Critical Condition and Stabilization

29:21 Hospital Stay and Tests

35:28 My Health Scare

42:18 Wedding Anniversary in the Hospital

44:06 Discharge and Homecoming

46:18 Conclusion and Future Episodes

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In this episode of the Mama in Biz Podcast, I continue my journey from Episode 1, sharing my son's birth story for the first time. After an unexpected early induction due to low amniotic fluid levels, my husband and I rushed to the hospital unprepared for what was ahead. From wearing compression boots for my blood clotting disorder to the painful Foley catheter insertion, labor was full of surprises and challenges. I take you through the intense and quick progression of contractions, the moment when things took a turn after my water broke and caused me to have an emergency c-section, and the unforgettable moment of meeting my son. I'll also share everything that happened in the hospital after giving birth to my son, including some hiccups and oversights that made me really have to advocate for myself and for my son.

If you haven’t listened to Episode 1 yet, I highly recommend going back to hear the full backstory leading up to this moment. Tune in as I reflect on my birth story, the importance of documenting those early memories, and how, even in the chaos, it was all worth it.

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It's the FIRST ever episode of Mama In Biz!! In this episode, I pull back the curtain on my personal journey through business, loss, and motherhood. From the early days of launching my first business to navigating the challenges of balancing entrepreneurship with the joy and heartache of becoming a mother, I share it all.

Trigger Warning: Mention of miscarriage in this episode. Although it is tough for me to talk about, it is a part of my story and my journey to motherhood. I don't go too in-depth about it, but I do mention the two miscarriages that I experienced.

This episode is the first in a multi-part series where I take you through the highs and lows of my journey, including the pivotal moments that shaped me as both a mother and a business owner. I discuss the hurdles I faced in managing my business during pregnancy, the emotional toll of experiencing two miscarriages, navigating a high risk pregnancy and everything leading up to the birth of my son.

If you're a Mama in business or on your way to becoming one, this episode will resonate with you. It's a raw and real look at the intersection of motherhood and entrepreneurship, with lessons learned along the way.

Be sure to subscribe and tune in next week for Part 2, where share the birth story of my son and what postpartum was like, trying to balance business with a newborn.

🎉 Giveaway Alert! To celebrate the launch of the Mama In Biz podcast, I’m hosting a special giveaway! One lucky listener will win a free 60 minute 1-on-1 coaching session with me. This is your chance to ask anything about business, motherhood, time management, or any area where you need support.

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You have until September 11th, 2024 to enter, and the winner will be notified by email on that day. Good luck, and thank you so much for listening!

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