The summer chaos is real. From early-morning drop-offs to late-night pick-ups, it feels like I’m driving in circles all day—and getting nothing done.

In this episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All, I’m talking about the mid-summer slump: when the to-do list grows, the work piles up, and the guilt creeps in because you still haven’t taught your kids any of the things you swore you’d cover this summer.

If you feel like you’re just surviving the schedule and barely holding it together—you are not alone. Let’s talk about the real chaos of summer break, and how to let go of the pressure to “do it all.”

From soccer teams to diving coaches, from school options to summer activities it feels like every decision we make as moms could change the course of our kids’ lives. And the pressure? It’s exhausting.

In this episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All, I’m opening up about the emotional weight of trying to make the “right” choice every single time, and what I’ve learned through decisions that didn’t go the way I planned.

If you’ve ever second-guessed yourself, felt mom guilt over a program you picked, or wondered whether you’re setting your child up for success...or failure...this episode is for you.

This is your reminder that you’re not alone… and maybe there’s no such thing as a perfect decision, just the next right one made with love.

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You manage the meals, the money, the soccer snacks, the school emails, and the side hustle…

This episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All is your wake-up call.

I’m breaking down why moms are already running households like CEOs and how that makes us the perfect people to raise the next generation of entrepreneurs. Including:

✅ Real-life ways you’re already building and managing like a boss

If you’ve ever said, “I’m not business-minded,” mama...this one’s for you. You don’t need a new title. Just new recognition.

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Ever said “yes” when your gut screamed “no”?

In this episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All, I’m sharing a raw moment from my business this past week when I overcommitted to a client, crossed my own boundaries, and paid the price in exhaustion, stress, and family time lost.

This isn’t just about one project it’s about the pattern so many of us fall into as moms, business owners, and women who hate disappointing others.

If you’ve been struggling to draw the line or stick to it...this one’s for you.

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The kids are out of school. Your routine is flipped. And suddenly… all your motivation to work disappears under sunscreen and snack requests.

In this episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All, I’m getting real about the pull of summer: wanting to soak up time with your kids, but also trying to keep your business—and your dreams—moving forward.

Plus, I’ll share what we’re doing in our house to make this summer productive AND empowering—including helping my kids build their own business through Kids Empower Kids, exploring dropshipping and affiliate marketing, and a little sneak peek at a summer entrepreneur camp I might just be launching for kids.

If you’re feeling torn between lazy pool days and launching your next funnel—this one’s for you.

~Nikki

PharmD | MBA | Mom of 3 | Side Hustler

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So many moms tell me their biggest struggle is time management. But what if the real problem isn’t time...it’s how we’re planning?

In this episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All, I’m sharing exactly how I manage my time as a mom of three with a full-time job, a business I’m building, kids in sports and activities, and all the things. Spoiler alert: it’s not perfect. But it is possible.

If you feel like you’re constantly playing catch-up, barely keeping your head above water, or just surviving one chaotic day after another this episode is your breath of fresh air.

What happens when the one day that’s “supposed to be for you”… doesn’t feel like it?

In this raw and honest episode of Struggle & Strength, I’m opening up about my Mother’s Day...how it didn’t go the way I hoped, and why that letdown hit a little harder than I expected.

If you’ve ever felt selfish for wanting a break, wanting to be seen, or just wanting one day where you don’t have to do it all… this episode is for you.

💛 Because sometimes the strongest moms are the ones who carry the weight quietly… and finally admit they’re tired.

What better way to celebrate Mother’s Day than by sitting down with the woman who raised me?

In this special episode of Struggle & Strength, I’m joined by the woman who taught me what it means to be strong, to show up, and to love deeply my mom. We’re getting real about motherhood, the moments that shaped us, the lessons that stuck, and what it’s really like to raise daughters who grow up to chase big dreams.

Whether you’re a mom yourself, missing your mom, or reflecting on the women who helped shape your story this one’s for you.

What happens when your dreams for your family don’t quite fit the world around you?

In this vulnerable episode of Struggle & Strength, I open up about the real loneliness that sometimes comes with chasing big dreams, living by big values, and raising kids to be kind, respectful, and driven in a world that often feels like it’s moving the other way.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re the only one feeling isolated on this journey—you’re not. And maybe…just maybe…loneliness isn’t a sign you’re doing it wrong. Maybe it’s a sign you’re doing something right.

Giving a Voice to the Invisible with Kat Curnow

What if the battles you fought every day were ones no one else could see?

In this powerful episode of Struggle & Strength, I sit down with Kat Curnow, a passionate advocate for both visible and invisible disabilities and chronic illnesses. As a mom to a fiercely independent 12-year-old and two lively Great Danes, Kat’s life is full...but so are the challenges she faces and champions for others.

We talk about what it really means to live with (and advocate for) struggles that are often unseen by the outside world, how Kat balances it all, and the resilience it takes to show up every day when the world doesn’t always understand your journey.

💡 If you've ever felt unseen, unheard, or misunderstood...this conversation is a powerful reminder: your strength matters, even when it’s invisible.