In this podcast episode, host Lo Millie and her mother Catherine LeBlanc engage in a heartfelt discussion about the challenges and decisions surrounding motherhood and career. Catherine recounts her journey of balancing work and raising children, including taking a semester off college to give birth. She reflects on the desire to be a stay-at-home mom, the criticism faced for defying traditional gender roles, and the importance of maintaining good relationships with ex-spouses for the children's sake. Lo Millie shares her experience of growing up in a blended family and the longing for more maternal presence. They both advocate for living a life true to one's values, even if it means breaking from convention. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to join the conversation on navigating career and motherhood.