Overcaffeinated and Out of Effs: For Burned Out, Career-Minded Moms

If you're like so many other busy moms (myself included) when it comes to dinner time, you know the daily stress of deciding what to feed your kids. In this episode of Overcaffeinated and Out of Effs I'm joined by Wendi Bergin — mother of seven, homesteader, and founder of Joyfully Prepared — who teaches women how to cultivate peace of mind through practical preparedness.

Wendi talks about how preparation skills can help busy moms find more peace, confidence and self-trust, while reducing stress and overcoming burnout. She discusses the difference between preparing from panic vs. preparing from peace; how old-fashioned skills help moms feel more capable, confident and in-control; and the simple strategies moms can use even when they have no time or energy.

Find Wendi at:

Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprep

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfulprepper/

Podcast: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/podcast 

Email: [email protected] 

Joyfully Prepared Library: https://www.joyfullypreparedlibrary.com 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendi-bergin/

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In this episode of Overcaffeinated and Out of Effs I'm joined by Georgia Stephens, a Certified Child Life Specialist, postpartum doula and founder of The Pod Family Center; and Topless and in Tears.

Georgia shares her deeply personal story of of spiraling into a mental health crisis marked by severe postpartum depression, anxiety and undiagnosed complex PTSD after giving birth to her daughter. With no local resources available, she made the life-saving decision to board a one-way flight with her newborn and check herself into a maternal mental health program.

Through our conversation, Georgia talks about how she went from rock bottom to rebuilding her life as a single mom, navigating trauma recovery and ultimately creating a safe space for other families to feel supported and less alone.

Find Georgia at:

IG: @toplessandintears

Email: [email protected]

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www.christigmyrcoaching.com

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Free Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/careermindedmom

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In this episode of Overcaffeinated and Out of Effs I'm joined by Stephanie Straub, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Private Practice Owner in Syracuse, New York who specializes in reproductive and maternal mental health, supporting women and families throughout their perinatal journey.

Stephanie shares valuable insights about the emotional and mental toll of returning to work postpartum, unrealistic expectations placed on working moms and how to recognize the signs of Postpartum Depression and Postpartum Anxiety that often go unnoticed. She talks about what they really need when reentering the workforce, how they can ask for help, and ways spouses or partners can offer support to a new mom who's struggling.

This episode will leave listeners with a deeper sense of validation and hope and serves as a powerful reminder that you are not alone.

Find Stephanie at:

Website: www.cnytherapysolutions.com

IG: CNY_Therapy_Solutions

FB : CNY Therapy Solutions

TikTok @MamaTherapy

Looking for extra support? You can find me at:

www.christigmyrcoaching.com

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Free Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/careermindedmom

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In this episode of Overcaffeinated and Out of Effs I sit down with Allison Egidi, a pediatric sleep coach and founder of Sleep and Wellness Coach LLC. Allison helps families reclaim their evenings guilt-free by creating bedtime routines that actually work. We talk about the emotional challenges of bedtime battles, the role of guilt for busy moms and practical strategies you can use tonight to help your kids get better sleep.

Allison helps us understand why evenings are hard for so many moms, what's usually going on beneath the surface when our kids resist bedtime, things we commonly and unintentionally do that make bedtime harder, and how to maintain firm boundaries with kindness.

Find Allison at:

How Long 'Til Bedtime? Podcast

Sleep and Wellness Coach Website

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www.christigmyrcoaching.com

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What happens when you're already overwhelmed by the demands of motherhood and your career, and then your aging parent needs help too?

In this episode of Overcaffeinated and Out of Effs I sit down with Lindsay Kratzer, the Owner and Founder of Reflections Management and Care; and Reflections Memory Cafe. She's also a mom of two as well as an expert in dementia care and aging life management. With more than 20 years of experience, Lindsay helps older adults maintain independence while supporting families through the complex journey of aging.

Here we talk about the very real struggle of being part of, “The Sandwich Generation” - the increasingly common reality where moms are in the middle of caring for young children and elderly parents at the same time. Lindsay helps us understand how to support aging parents, how to catch the early signs of caregiver burnout, and why prioritizing their own self-care isn't only okay, but necessary.

Find Lindsay at:

https://www.facebook.com/lindsay.clairk

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-kratzer-ms-cmc-cdp-cmdcp-cdsgf-872130148/

https://www.reflectionscny.com/

https://www.reflectionscafe.org 

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www.christigmyrcoaching.com

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In this episode of Overcaffeinated and Out of Effs I'm joined by Sue Donnellan – a military wife, mom of four (including triplets), entrepreneur and author.

From surviving deployments with little ones at home to managing her own business in the middle of chaos, Sue shares what it was really like juggling motherhood and a business while navigating the unique challenges of military life. We talk about what burnout looked like in the early years of motherhood, how military life shaped her parenting and business, and how she stopped yelling all the time and learned new approaches that defined herself as a mother.

Find Sue at:

https://www.instagram.com/askmomparenting/

https://www.facebook.com/AskMomParenting

https://www.youtube.com/@askmomparenting571

Looking for extra support? You can find me at:

www.christigmyrcoaching.com

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Free Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/careermindedmom

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You don't have to choose between raising a family and building wealth. In this episode of Overcaffeinated and Out of Effs I sit down with Khiara Cureton, an Executive Career & Wealth Coach and founder of AncHER Co., to talk about one of the most overlooked burnout triggers for ambitious moms: being underpaid, undervalued and overwhelmed.

We dive into the connection between under-earning and burnout, why so many moms settle for less than they're worth, and what it takes to grow your career and your bank account without sacrificing your presence at home.

Find Khiara at:

Website:https://www.ancherco.com/

Instagram: @theancherco

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www.christigmyrcoaching.com

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In this episode of Overcaffeinated and Out of Effs, I sit down with Katie Gray, a seasoned marketing executive and brand-new mom as she shares her journey to motherhood at age 41.

As an ambitious woman who spent years nurturing her career, for a long time kids weren't part of Katie's plan. But like so many other women, her plans shifted over time. Here Katie opens up about why she changed her mind, the fertility challenges she faced, and what it's been like adjusting to her new role as a first-time mom at 41 years old, only months before starting a brand-new job in a city she'd never lived before.

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In this episode of Overcaffeinated and Out of Effs, I sit down with Sara Nay, the CEO of Duct Tape Marketing, to talk about what it really looks like to grow a thriving career and a family without completely burning out in the process.

As a mom of two young girls and a marketing leader, Sara shares her personal story about her journey from intern to CEO, and the many burnout moments she's faced along the way. She opens up about what she's learned and the systems she put in place to lead sustainably both at work and home.

Find Sara at:

https://unchainedmodel.com/

http://www.ducttapemarketing.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/saranay/

https://twitter.com/ducttape

https://www.facebook.com/ducttapemarketing

https://www.instagram.com/ducttapemarketing/

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You've seen the flawless family photos, the perfect trips to Disney and the moms who look like they've got it all together. Maybe you've even been the person posting the images of a life everybody else wants for themselves. But what's not there are the meltdowns, the stress, and the chaos behind the scenes that never seems to make it on social media.

In this bonus episode of Overcaffeinated and Out of Effs, I get real about the comparison trip so many working moms fall into, myself included.

You'll learn things like:

• Why comparison leaves moms feeling “less than” even when they're doing amazing
• What you don't see and the hidden struggles behind the “perfect” images we see online
• What balance really means and why it doesn't look like spa days or spontaneous weekend getaways
• Practical steps to shift out of comparison and start focusing on what really matters

If you've ever scrolled on social media and been left feeling like you're not doing enough, this episode is your reminder that you're not behind, you're not failing, and you're definitely not alone.

Looking for extra support? You can find me at:

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