Made for Mothers: A Podcast For Moms in Business

This Moms Who Build episode features Katie Higginbotham, founder of Katie Higg Design, a creative studio helping CEO moms build colorful, strategic brands that reflect both their expertise and their real lives.

Katie opens up about her journey from agency life to full-time entrepreneurship, what it’s like to build a thriving design business while raising (soon to be) four kids, and how community support helped her make bold moves like self-funding her maternity leave.

Together, Mariah and Katie talk about redefining ambition in motherhood, finding alignment with your clients, and creating the kind of freedom that lets you be fully present for both your business and your babies.

If you’ve ever dreamed of building a business on your terms or wondered how to balance creativity, motherhood, and growth, this conversation will remind you that it’s all possible.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How Katie transitioned from agency life to full-time entrepreneur while raising her family
• The story behind her biggest leap of faith (and what helped her finally take it)
• Why community and connection were key to building her confidence and client base
• How she’s preparing for a self-funded maternity leave with systems that support her
• The mindset shift that allows her to build boldly and celebrate both motherhood and ambition

Connect with Katie:

• Instagram: @katie_higg_design 
• Website: katiehiggdesign.com

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/

In the first episode of the Moms Who Build mini-series, Mariah introduces Carolina Martinez, a financial coach helping faith-driven women build wealth that aligns with their values. Carolina shares how she went from financial advisor to entrepreneur, paid off $87,000 of debt, and launched her business while her son was just seven weeks old.

This conversation brings a refreshing and grounded take on money. Mariah and Carolina explore how faith, stewardship, and trust intersect with wealth building, why financial systems create more freedom (not restriction), and how moms can take simple steps toward generational abundance.

If you’ve been craving peace with money or are ready to take the next step toward financial confidence, this episode will remind you that it’s never too late to start. You don’t have to do it perfectly to build something lasting.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Carolina’s journey from financial advisor to money coach and what inspired her leap of faith
• Why money systems create freedom, not restriction
• How to align your finances with faith and purpose
• The habits that build real, lasting wealth for your family
• How investing in yourself often opens doors you never expected

Connect with Carolina:

• Instagram: @cashflowwithcarolina
• Investing Made Simple Course: cashflowwithcarolina.com/waitlist

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/

What if building wealth has less to do with hustle and more to do with your nervous system?

In this episode, best-selling author and wealth mentor Angie Garner joins Mariah to explore how safety, regulation, and trust in your body are the true foundation for wealth and impact. Angie shares her journey of breaking free from hustle culture, creating financial freedom, and reclaiming wealth as something deeply connected to wholeness rather than burnout.

This conversation will leave you rethinking the way you approach money, motherhood, and success, reminding you that true wealth isn’t just about the number in your bank account, it’s about how supported and safe you feel along the way.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• What it really means to be “nervous system rich” and why it changes everything
• How hustle culture keeps moms stuck in survival mode (and what to do instead)
• A fresh perspective on money as energy, safety, and stewardship
• Why nervous system regulation is the missing link in sustainable wealth creation
• How to redefine wealth in a way that supports both your business and your motherhood

Connect with Angie:

• Instagram: @angieunsubscribed
• Website: angiegarner.com

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/

Planning maternity leave as a business owner isn’t the same as planning one in a 9–5. There’s no HR department handing you a guidebook, and often the pressure feels heavier. How will you step away from clients, keep revenue consistent, and still allow yourself time to rest?

In this episode, Mariah is joined by Alyson Caffrey, founder of Master Maternity Leave, systems strategist, and mom of two, to talk about what it really looks like to create a supportive, flexible, and sustainable maternity leave as a mom in business. Alyson shares her own journey from burnout and guilt to building systems that not only gave her peace of mind but also transformed her business.

Whether you’re pregnant now, dreaming about another baby, or simply craving more balance between work and motherhood, this conversation will show you how maternity leave can become a springboard into a better, more sustainable version of your business.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why maternity leave for business owners doesn’t have to be all or nothing
• The first step every mom should take when planning her leave (hint: it’s not financial)
• Alyson’s personal story of hitting rock bottom (and how it became the catalyst for building a stronger business)
• The surprising ways systems and community can create space for both rest and creativity
• How to plan maternity leave that actually leaves you with a better business when you return

Connect with Alyson:

• Website: mastermaternityleave.com
• Instagram: @mastermaternityleave
• Maternity Leave Budget Planner: mastermaternityleave.com/budget-planner

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/

You don’t have to choose between creativity and profitability in business.

In this episode, Michelle McAfee, photographer, studio owner, and business mentor, joins Mariah for a conversation about weaving artistry and strategy together in a way that actually works. With more than 17 years of experience, Michelle shares how following curiosity has shaped her career, why systems are essential for freedom, and what it looks like to build a business around your life instead of the other way around.

Together, they talk about how to know when it’s time to pivot, the role of community in sustaining your work, and why carving out space for creativity is key to staying profitable for the long haul. This conversation is both inspiring and practical, reminding moms that you can follow the arrows toward what lights you up and still create a thriving, sustainable business.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why creativity isn’t just artistry, but curiosity, play, and exploration
• How to build a profitable business model without sacrificing your life or family
• The systems and automations Michelle swears by to create a high-touch client experience
• What it means to design a career instead of chasing quick wins
• Permission to pivot when something in your business no longer feels aligned

Connect with Michelle:

• Website: michellelindsayphotography.com
• Instagram (Studio): @studioat428
• Instagram (Photography): @michellelindsayphoto

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/

What if the way you talk about your business was the key to unlocking more clarity, confidence, and connection?

In this episode, brand strategist Ashlee Sang joins Mariah for a conversation about going beyond the typical “elevator pitch” and finding the language that truly moves people. Ashlee shares why your messaging is the foundation of your business and how values-driven clarity helps you stand out without having to shout louder.

Together, they explore how moms in business can stop spinning their wheels, simplify their messaging, and use it as a guide for everything from websites to offers to PR opportunities. Whether you’re fumbling through introductions, second-guessing your content, or ready to pitch bigger opportunities, this conversation will help you see messaging in a whole new way.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why your messaging is the foundation that shapes every other business decision
• How to rethink the “elevator pitch” as a conversation starter instead of a sales tactic
• The biggest missed opportunities moms make when introducing themselves and their work
• Why ads, websites, and rebrands don’t work without clear messaging underneath
• A fresh perspective on standing out in saturated spaces by leaning into your values

Connect with Ashlee:

• Website: ashleesang.com
• Instagram: @ashleesangconsulting
• Podcast: Purpose & Progress

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/

Imagine if dreaming bigger didn’t come with guilt, comparison, or the pressure to make yourself smaller.

In this episode, mindset coach Emily Collins joins Mariah for a conversation about rewriting the rules of motherhood and business. Emily shares how curiosity, values, and community can help you step into a bigger vision for your life while staying grounded in what matters most.

Together, they explore what it means to integrate ambition and motherhood, how to release perfectionism, and why giving yourself permission to take up space is one of the most powerful things you can do.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• The mindset shift that opens the door to new possibilities in motherhood and business
• What happens when you stop shrinking your dreams and allow yourself to expand instead
• A behind-the-scenes look at Emily’s journey of launching her podcast and breaking free from perfectionism
• How to find your way back to your values when everything feels noisy or overwhelming
• A fresh perspective on balancing ambition and motherhood without carrying the weight of guilt

Connect with Emily:

• Website: emilycollins.com
• Instagram: @heyemilycollins
• Podcast: High Vibe CEO Mama
• Join The Rocketship Mastermind (Use code MADEFORMOTHERS for $500 off!)

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/

What if the smartest move you can make in your business right now isn’t pushing harder, but allowing yourself to pause?

In this solo episode, Mariah opens up about what it really looks like to feel stuck as a mom in business and how to move through it with honesty, rest, and sustainability. She shares how to recognize when you’re carrying pressure that isn’t yours, and how to create rhythms that actually support you instead of draining you.

If you’ve been questioning your pace or craving a reset, this episode will help you step back, release unrealistic expectations, and re-engage on your own terms.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• The hidden gift inside seasons of feeling stuck
• A simple shift to see whether you’re operating from pressure or purpose
• Why rest can lead to more clarity and creativity than pushing harder
• How small systems can hold your business steady while you take a step back
• A reframe that puts motherhood and ambition at the same table

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/

Feeling good in your body isn’t a luxury. It’s the foundation for how you show up as a mom, a partner, and yourself.

In this episode, Mariah and functional medicine practitioner Mikayla from Modern Holistic explore what really lies beneath burnout, hormone imbalance, and the everyday health struggles so many moms face. Instead of chasing quick fixes, Mikayla shares how to start building a foundation of health that works with your life as a mom.

If you’ve been running on empty, ignoring symptoms, or putting your well-being last, this conversation will remind you that taking care of yourself is not selfish. It is essential.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why common symptoms like migraines or fatigue are often signals of something deeper

• How stress builds up over time and what to do when your body says “enough”

• Simple practices that help you feel better without overhauling your whole life

• A refreshing reframe that shows why caring for your health is caring for your family

Connect with Mikayla:

• Website: modernholistic.org

• Instagram: @modern.holistic.wellness

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/

The missing link in your business might not be another strategy, but a single clear offer.

In this episode, Signature Offer Cultivator Mallory McGary shares why your signature offer is more than just something to sell. It’s the heartbeat of your brand, your thought leadership, and the doorway people walk through to work with you.

Together, Mariah and Mallory explore how to release the pressure of being “an expert in everything,” why niching actually opens more doors instead of closing them, and how to avoid stitching together an offer you don’t even believe in. Mallory’s approach feels both grounding and liberating, helping entrepreneurs cut through the noise, claim their space, and build momentum with clarity.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why a signature offer is the key to growth, visibility, and being seen as a leader

• The three fears that keep entrepreneurs stuck with too many offers

• How niching down can actually expand your opportunities instead of limiting them

• The difference between an offer problem and a messaging problem

• A permission slip to simplify and finally feel clear and confident in your work

Connect with Mallory:

• Website: beautifullyblooming.com

• Instagram: @mallorymcgary

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/