Hey Besties! Buckle up! This episode is part maternity leave survival guide, part life update, and all real talk. Kristen is sharing what it looks like to prep for baby #2 as an entrepreneur (spoiler: there’s no corporate leave, just caffeine and chaos), and we’re reflecting on what we’ve learned the hard way about rest, boundaries, hustle culture, and giving yourself grace in the messy middle.

We’re diving into the big shifts, tiny snuggles, and business mindset changes that happen when you go from boss mode to baby mode, and how we’re learning to let the pressure go and embrace the season we’re in.

In this episode, we talk about:

• What Kristen’s doing differently with maternity leave the second time around

• The emotional tug between ambition and being present

• Hustle culture unlearning + what “doing enough” really looks like

• The wild timing of moving + giving birth on the same day (yes, really)

• Tips for staying grounded when everything feels like it’s changing
  

Key Takeaways:

• Boundaries are a gift. Protecting your peace matters, especially during big life transitions.

• You don’t have to earn your rest. Rest is productive, too.

• Every season has value. Even the slow, sleepy, stretchy ones.

• Done is better than perfect. Trust your gut, adjust as you go, and give yourself the grace to grow.

If you’re a business owner thinking about motherhood (or already in it), this episode is for you. From baby bottles to brand calls, we’re sharing what’s working, what’s not, and what we wish we’d known sooner. Come join the conversation, and bring a glass of wine or an iced coffee. You’re doing better than you think.