Mom's Guide to Finding Herself: Rediscovering Identity and Joy in Motherhood

Ever looked around at your full life and wondered why you still feel so… empty?

If you've been silencing your dreams because they feel selfish or unrealistic in motherhood, this episode will feel like a deep breath. We're talking about what it means to dream again—even if your confidence is shot, your time is short, and fear keeps saying, "Not now."

Because dreaming isn't about going back to your pre-mom self. It's about making space for who you are now—and honoring what still lights you up.

👉 BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:

• Why so many moms stop dreaming (and what it's actually costing us)
• How to start reclaiming your goals, even if they feel totally out of reach
• A simple mindset shift to flip fear into fuel for growth

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Alexis Adams of Confidently Therapy helps high-achieving moms who feel overwhelmed and stuck in their heads rediscover ease and joy.

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Do you have a notebook full of side hustle ideas…and no clue how to start?

You're not lazy. You're not failing. You're just trying to build something real in 15-minute windows between snack time and sibling fights. And that's exactly what we're tackling in this episode.

Most advice out there? It wasn't made for moms like us. The hustle playbook was built for people with childcare, quiet time, and clean hair. But YOU—you're creating in chaos. You need a new system.

👉 BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:

• Why the old hustle advice doesn't work for moms (and what to do instead)
• How to go from idea spiral to structured side hustle without burning out
• The 3-step system that makes progress possible—even during screen time

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Is it normal to swing between joy and burnout in one afternoon?

One minute you're laughing with your toddler. The next, you're crying into laundry because you haven't spoken to an adult in days. If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you.

We're talking about the mental ricochet of motherhood—and how to stay grounded through it.

From the invisible labor to identity loss to never-ending emotional shifts, it's no wonder moms feel like they're unraveling sometimes.

But here's the truth: You're not broken. You're a mom. And you deserve tools that help.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:

• Why emotional whiplash is so common in motherhood
• What the 3 R's (Recognize, Regulate, Reconnect) can do for your mental health
• Small, doable ways to feel more like yourself again

THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY: ALEXIS ADAMS OF CONFIDENTLY THERAPY

Alexis is a therapist, coach, and founder of Confidently Therapy, who helps high-achieving moms let go of perfection, trust their choices, and enjoy life again—without it all falling apart.

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What do you do when your baby's checkup turns into a specialist referral—and your life turns upside down?

That's what happened to Brittany Nassery (@teachertotoddlers) when her daughter was diagnosed with hip dysplasia at just two months old. What followed was a two-year journey of harnesses, surgery, casting, and recovery—while Brittany was still adjusting to new motherhood.

This episode is a raw and honest look at what it means to mother through medical uncertainty.

No gloss. No sugarcoating. Just one mom's story of choosing her gut over statistics, advocating for her daughter, and finding her strength when she didn't think she had any left.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:

• What hip dysplasia actually is, how it's diagnosed, and early signs to watch for
• The emotional toll of conflicting medical advice and advocating for your child
• How Brittany found resilience through community, movement, and perspective

If you've ever felt alone navigating a hard diagnosis—or want to support a mom who is—this episode will stay with you.

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Feel like motherhood turned your brain to mush?

One minute you're a multitasking queen with a planner full of goals, the next you're calculating how many snacks fit in a diaper bag.

In this episode, we're talking with Brittany Nassery (@teachertotoddlers), a former teacher turned stay-at-home mom, about what happens when your brain craves more than diapers and nap schedules—but you're not quite sure how to find yourself again.

This isn't about doing more. It's about doing what feels like you.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL FIND OUT:

• What it really feels like to go from teacher brain to mom brain (and why they don't mix)
• How Brittany made peace with leaving the classroom to raise her daughter full-time
• The power of small creative sparks (like sharing simple toddler activities) to help you feel like you again

This one's for every mom who's ever said, "I miss using my brain."

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Are your kids home for the summer and your brain already fried?

You're not alone. The chaos hits hard, and early. Between the snack requests, sunscreen battles, and spontaneous meltdowns, it can feel like you're running a cruise ship with zero staff.

But what if you had a behind-the-scenes assistant helping you stay sane?

No, not a nanny. Not another Pinterest-perfect craft board. I'm talking about ChatGPT. Yep, I'm using AI to make this summer lighter, smoother, and (dare I say) actually fun.

In this episode, I'm sharing how I use ChatGPT to get more ease and less decision fatigue.

Spoiler: it's not about productivity. It's about presence.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:

• How I use ChatGPT to plan meals that don't make me want to scream
• How to come up with zero-prep boredom busters on the fly
• How to create a summer rhythm that feels good (no rigid schedules here)

This isn't a hack. It's a helper.

And if you're tired of being the cruise director, snack queen, and emotional regulator all before 10am, this one's for you.

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What's the most mortifying mom moment you've had in public?

If it involved your child melting down in the middle of Target while strangers stared—you're not alone.

In this episode, we're getting real about mom shame: why your nervous system spirals when your kid loses it in public, what those looks from strangers really mean, and how to shift out of fear and into connection.

Because tantrums are normal—but shame doesn't have to be.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:

• Why your child's behavior feels like it reflects on you (even though it doesn't)
• How to calm your body when your brain is screaming "Everyone's watching!"
• Simple scripts and grounding tools to use in the middle of a meltdown

You are not failing. You are not broken. You are not the only one. And you deserve support that actually helps.

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You're with your kids all day—so why does it still feel so lonely?

If you've ever looked around your chaotic, love-filled home and thought "why do I feel so unseen?"—this episode is for you.

Because the truth is: motherhood can be isolating, even when you're surrounded by people.

In this heartfelt conversation, Krissy unpacks why loneliness in motherhood is so common, how it silently sets in, and what you can do to rebuild connection—even if you feel awkward, tired, or totally out of practice.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:

• Why loneliness in motherhood hits so hard (even when you're "never alone")
• What makes typical mom groups and playdates feel even more isolating
• Small, actionable ways to build meaningful, grown-up connection again

Because you're not broken—you're just human. And you deserve friendship, support, and real conversation.

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What are the unspoken challenges dads face in today's world?

While much attention is given to the struggles of motherhood, the emotional journey of fathers often remains in the shadows. In this eye-opening conversation with Adam Flaherty, host of Modern Dadhood, we delve into the silent battles many dads endure—from feelings of isolation to the complexities of evolving relationships.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:

• The prevalent sense of loneliness among new fathers and its impact
• How fatherhood reshapes personal identity and relationships
• The importance of open communication in navigating parental challenges

This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the deeper emotional layers of fatherhood.

ABOUT OUR GUEST:

Adam Flaherty is a proud dad of two powerful daughters, a husband to an equally powerful wife, and a creative professional based in southern Maine. He's a commercial director and video editor by trade, a podcast developer and host by passion, and a voice artist by side hustle.

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Do dads go through identity crises too? If you've ever wondered what the other half of your parenting partnership is really thinking (but not always saying), this episode is for you.

We often talk about the identity shift moms go through, but what about dads? What happens when a guy who used to live for his band and the stage suddenly finds himself sleepless, emotionally raw, and unsure of his place in this new family dynamic?

In today's episode, Adam Flaherty of the Modern Dadhood podcast gets real about:

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:

• Why his passion for music took a backseat to parenting—and why he's okay with it
• How becoming a father completely changed how he saw himself
• The grief of losing his mom while raising young kids—and how that grief shows up in parenting

This episode is a must-listen for moms who want to better understand their partners, and for dads who are navigating this identity-shifting ride too.

ABOUT OUR GUEST:

Adam Flaherty is a proud dad of two powerful daughters, a husband to an equally powerful wife, and a creative professional based in southern Maine. He's a commercial director and video editor by trade, a podcast developer and host by passion, and a voice artist by side hustle.

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CONNECT WITH ADAM FLAHERTY: 🎙 Modern Dadhood Podcast 🌐 Adam's Website 📸 @moderndadhood