In this heartfelt episode, Allison Walsh sits down with Vanessa Quigley — mom of seven, co-founder of Chatbooks, and host of the MomForce Podcast — to talk about preserving family memories, overcoming mom guilt, and building a thriving company that makes photo books effortless for busy families.

Vanessa shares her inspiring journey from overwhelmed scrapbooker to award-winning entrepreneur whose app has helped millions of families print their stories. She also dives into her best advice for tackling imposter syndrome, building confidence, and celebrating daily wins — all while raising a big, happy family and leading a beloved brand.

💡 Key Takeaways
→ How Vanessa turned her own mom guilt into a solution that now helps millions of parents
→ Why “something is better than nothing” when it comes to family memories
→ The surprising story behind how Chatbooks got its start with Instagram
→ How to tackle decision fatigue and keep memory keeping simple
→ Vanessa’s practical tips for overcoming imposter syndrome and showing up confidently
→ Why surrounding yourself with the right people accelerates success
→ A sneak peek into HeyFam and Quilt — Chatbooks’ exciting new apps for families

🛠️ Resources & Links
💙 Follow Vanessa: @vanessaquigley
📸 Follow Chatbooks: @chatbooks
🎙️ Listen to The MomForce Podcast: @themomforcepodcast
✨ Discount Code: SBSC12 — Get $12 off your next Chatbooks order (expires end of June!)

💬 Memorable Moments

• “Something is better than nothing. Moms don’t need another project — they need an easy win.”
• “There’s no one right way to be a mom, an entrepreneur, or to tell your family’s story. Do it your way.”
• “Confidence is showing up as who you really are — knowing you can figure it out, even if you don’t know it all today.”
• “If it feels scary, lean in. There’s growth on the other side of that discomfort.”

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