Claim OwnershipMom's Guide to Finding Herself: Rediscovering Identity and Joy in Motherhood
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Have you ever looked in the mirror after another exhausting day and thought, "When did I stop being ME and become just MOM?" Your passions, hobbies, and friendships feel so distant, buried beneath sleepless nights and the never-ending to-do lists of raising young children.I get it. I've been there too. As a mom of two young kids, I've experienced the frustration of losing myself in the chaos of motherhood. I know how overwhelming it can be to find time for yourself, meet other moms, find a supportive mom community, and even entertain the idea of starting a side hustle, creative project, or small business. That's why I created this podcast—to help moms like us rediscover who we are and take the first steps toward meaningful change.Hi, I'm Krissy. I'm a former teacher and teacher coach who has always embraced new opportunities and juggled multiple side gigs. Over the past four years, I've been on a journey to rediscover my identity beyond motherhood—and I've finally figured it out. Along the way, I've helped other moms reconnect with their passions, explore creative ideas, and build meaningful connections with other moms by helping them create practical, realistic plans to rediscover their identities—even through the chaos and busyness of parenting. Whether you're looking for ideas for mom entrepreneurs, tips on balancing parenting and being a mompreneur, inspiration to take that first step, or simply love hearing stories of moms navigating motherhood and building something extraordinary, this podcast is your guide to rediscovering yourself and creating something amazing.In this podcast, you'll hear honest, relatable stories from moms just like you—women who've navigated the challenges of parenting, discovered new passions, built businesses, and launched side hustles. Each episode offers practical self-care advice, uplifting moments, and fresh ideas to help you take small steps toward rediscovering yourself. You'll find inspiration and support for all the mom guilt, parenting challenges, and the struggle to balance personal development. The demands of family life can leave you feeling lost in the midst of motherhood challenges. It's time to take control of your personal growth and find ways to prioritize self-care for moms like us.Whether you're lost in a mountain of diapers or longing for hope and connection, each episode will leave you feeling seen, inspired, and supported on your motherhood journey.
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Did you ever feel totally prepared for motherhood… and then completely wrecked by it? You read the books. You made the plans. You felt confident in your expertise. And then motherhood hit—and nothing went the way you expected. In this raw and honest conversation, Dominika shares how becoming a mom to twins shook the very foundation of who she thought she was. From pregnancy complications and NICU trauma to postpartum anxiety and a terrifying moment with her family dog, this is the side of early motherhood we don't talk about enough. If you've ever felt blindsided, overwhelmed, or like you lost your identity as a mom… this episode will make you feel seen. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: • Why even "experts" experience a motherhood identity crisis • How unexpected postpartum challenges can trigger anxiety and identity loss • What it really takes to rebuild trust, confidence, and yourself in early motherhood Motherhood changes you — but you don't have to lose yourself forever. If this episode encouraged you, follow the show and leave a rating + review so more moms can find it. Share it with a friend who needs to hear it. Tag me on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/momidentityproject Have a question or a story you want me to share on air? Leave me a 90 second or less voice message: https://www.momsguidetofindingherself.com Sign up for my Mom Moment Memo: https://www.momidentityproject.com/memo Ready to find your thing, find the time, and make it happen? Grab my Mom Identity Starter Kit for $17: https://www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit LEARN MORE FROM KRISSY BOLD: https://www.momidentityproject.com/ CONNECT WITH DOMINIKA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogmeets_baby Website: https://www.dogmeetsbaby.expert
How are you supposed to raise joyful, secure kids when the world feels like it's falling apart? You're packing lunches, wiping counters, singing bedtime songs… and then scrolling devastating headlines at 9 PM wondering what kind of world your kids are growing up in. You feel like you should be doing more. Caring more. Fixing more. But you're also supposed to be the steady one. The cheerful one. The "fun mom." And that tension? It's exhausting. In this episode of Mom's Guide to Finding Herself, we're unpacking the emotional labor of global awareness — what it's doing to moms, why motherhood feels so heavy right now, and how to carry the weight of the world without losing yourself in the process. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why modern motherhood feels uniquely overwhelming in the 24/7 news cycle What the "emotional labor of global awareness" really is (and why it's draining you) Practical ways to set boundaries, regulate your nervous system, and take sustainable action without burning out You don't have to choose between being informed and protecting your peace. You can care deeply and stay steady. If this episode gave you breathing room, share it with a mom friend who's carrying more than she can name. Follow the show and leave a rating or review — even one sentence helps more moms find support in the middle of their motherhood identity crisis. Have a question or story you want me to share on air? Leave me a 90-second voice message at https://www.momsguidetofindingherself.com Sign up for my Mom Moment Memo at https://www.momidentityproject.com/memo Ready to find your thing, find the time, and make it happen? Grab my Mom Identity Starter Kit for $17 at https://www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit Learn more at https://www.momidentityproject.com/ and connect on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/momidentityproject/
Ever wondered what it would be like to get an actual performance review… as a mom? Let's just say, it's part hilarious, part emotional gut-punch, and 100% what you need to hear today. You're doing more than you realize. But when was the last time anyone noticed? In this episode, I'm walking you through a totally made-up (but deeply validating) mom performance review—rubric style. Because whether it's surviving bedtime or dodging tantrums in aisle nine, you deserve some freakin' recognition. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why your inner mom critic is dead wrong about your "failures" The small everyday moments that actually prove you're thriving How to start seeing yourself with more grace, humor, and honesty This one's for the moms doing all the things and wondering if it's enough. (Spoiler: It is.) 📸 Take a screenshot and tag @momidentityproject on Instagram ⭐ Follow the show and leave a 5-star review so we can keep this content coming your way! 💬 Leave a 90-sec voice message: https://www.momsguidetofindingherself.com 📬 Sign up for the Mom Moment Memo: https://www.momidentityproject.com/memo 🎁 Get the Mom Identity Starter Kit: https://www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit
Starting to sell your crafts or offer services—but not sure when it becomes a real business? You're not alone. The legal side of starting a business can feel super overwhelming, especially when you're a mom doing all the things. In this episode, attorney and mom of five Amber Gilormo shares exactly what to do (and when) to protect your business, your family, and your peace. Whether you're still dabbling on Etsy or starting to grow an actual client list, this episode will help you go from overwhelmed to confident. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: When to file an LLC—and why it's not about how much money you're making The legal protections you actually need (and what can wait) How to protect your personal info, set up contracts, and avoid rookie mistakes 👩⚖️ GUEST: Amber Gilormo, Esq. Founder of The Boutique Lawyer | shop.theboutiquelawyer.com Instagram: @theboutiquelawyer Follow the show and leave a 5-star review so more moms can find support on their business journey. 🔗 More support from Krissy: Leave a voice message Sign up for the Mom Moment Memo Get the $17 Mom Identity Starter Kit
Ever felt like motherhood flipped your life upside down—and not in a cute, Instagram-worthy way? You're not alone. In this episode of Mom's Guide to Finding Herself, attorney and mom of five Amber Gilormo shares the raw truth about going from a "childfree by choice" career woman to navigating postpartum anxiety, unexpected identity shifts, and the stroke that forced her to slow down. Amber's story is a wake-up call for any mom trying to do it all—and paying for it with her health. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL FIND OUT: Why postpartum anxiety isn't just about sadness—and how it showed up for Amber How ignoring her body led to a literal stroke (and the changes she had to make) What it really looks like to rebuild your identity after motherhood hits full force 👩⚖️ GUEST: Amber Gilormo, Esq. Founder of The Boutique Lawyer | theboutiquelawyer.com Instagram: @theboutiquelawyer Follow the show and leave a 5-star review to help more moms find this conversation. 🔗 Want more? Leave a voice message Sign up for the Mom Moment Memo Get the $17 Mom Identity Starter Kit
Do you feel like "me time" is just another thing you don't have time for? Mom Identity Starter Kit Mom Moment Memo Instagram We've been sold the idea that you have to get away to feel like yourself again, but what if your "thing" can happen while your toddler is next to you eating Cheerios? Feeling like the only way to reconnect with yourself is to escape your house? I've been there. But in this episode, I share how I redefined what me time actually looks like—and how I found my thing in the most unexpected moment (hint: it involved a Bluetooth headband and bedtime chaos). BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why your "thing" doesn't have to be done in silence or solitude How to stop numbing out and start filling up Small, real-life ways to reclaim your identity—even in the thick of mom life You don't need more guilt. You need a plan. And joy? It's closer than you think. 💕 Like this episode? Follow, rate, and review the show! 💬 Have a question or a story to share on air? Leave me a voice message at Mom's Guide to Finding Herself 📬 Sign up for the Mom Moment Memo 🎁 Ready to find your thing, find the time, and make it happen? Grab the Mom Identity Starter Kit for $17 7AVcNb0pl0xGd93FGzKy
Why does winter feel extra hard when you're a mom? Even with your fuzzy socks and peppermint mocha in hand, you still feel off. You're not alone—and you're not broken. Let's talk about what's really going on and how to feel like yourself again. Ever find yourself more irritable, anxious, or drained in the winter months? You've got the candles lit and your cozy setup ready, but the spark just isn't there. Maybe you're snapping more, canceling plans, or struggling to finish a sentence without brain fog. This episode is your permission slip to stop blaming yourself—and start getting support. Here's the truth: Winter hits moms differently—and it's not just in your head. The lack of sunlight, sensory overload, sick season, post-holiday crash, and invisible loneliness all pile up. But there's a way through—and it starts with a RESET. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN: Why moms are especially vulnerable to the winter blues (and how to spot it before it spirals) The RESET method to feel more grounded and emotionally okay—even in gray, hard seasons Simple, science-backed shifts like light therapy, movement, nourishment, and connection that actually help ✨ Want my full RESET method plus a mini workshop on reclaiming your identity? Grab the Mom Identity Starter Kit for $17 💌 Sign up for my Mom Moment Memo 🎙️ Have a question or story to share? Leave a 90-second voice message 📲 Follow me on Instagram @momidentityproject
Still think movement doesn't "count" unless it leaves you sweaty and sore? Moms are taught that if it's not a full workout, it's not enough. But that's a lie that keeps us stuck in guilt and disconnection from our bodies. In this episode, physical therapist and co-founder of Expecting and Empowered Krystle Howald is back to break down what actually counts as movement in motherhood—and how to reclaim your strength and energy even if you're short on time, healing from birth, or just plain exhausted. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why your "exercise snacks" are way more powerful than you think How to rebuild strength even years after birth The real reason your upper back might be screaming—and what to do about it You don't need a gym. You don't need an hour. You just need this reframed mindset—and a little support to start small. Krystle Howald Bio: Krystle is a physical therapist with over 13 years of experience working with pregnant and postpartum women. As co-founder of Expecting and Empowered, she combines clinical expertise with her own motherhood journey (hello, 3 C-sections!) to help moms move safely, heal well, and feel empowered at every stage. TRY EXPECTING AND EMPOWERED Use code MOMSGUIDEPOD for 15% off the app: https://expectingandempowered.com Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expectingandempowered 👍 Like this video and subscribe 🎧 Share with a fellow mom who needs this 💬 Tag me on IG @momidentityproject 🎙️ Leave a 90-second voice message at https://www.momsguidetofindingherself.com 📝 Get my weekly Mom Moment Memo: https://www.momidentityproject.com/memo 🎯 Grab the $17 Mom Identity Starter Kit: https://www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit
Are you losing touch with the parts of yourself that keep you grounded in motherhood? So many moms pour themselves into raising babies and managing a home... but forget to protect the parts of themselves that actually help them thrive. Today's guest, Krystle Howald, is here to shift that. As a physical therapist and co-founder of Expecting and Empowered, Krystle brings her professional expertise and raw personal experience (hello, 3 C-sections!) to this honest conversation about recovery, identity, and why movement is so much more than fitness. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: What grounding actually means for moms—and why it's non-negotiable Why the "do it all" mindset is sabotaging your healing How Krystle's C-section recoveries shaped her mission to help other moms feel strong and whole again Whether you're in the thick of postpartum or just feeling unsteady, this episode will help you reclaim the version of you that you actually want to protect. Krystle is a physical therapist with 13+ years of experience supporting pregnancy and postpartum women. She co-founded Expecting and Empowered, a platform blending evidence-based PT with real-life mom wisdom. As a 3x C-section mom herself, she's on a mission to help women feel strong, grounded, and empowered in every season of motherhood. TRY THE EXPECTING AND EMPOWERED APP Use code MOMSGUIDEPOD for 15% off a yearly subscription https://expectingandempowered.com CONNECT WITH KRYSTLE Instagram: @expectingandempowered Website: https://expectingandempowered.com 👉 Like this episode? Give it a thumbs up and subscribe! 🎧 Love it? Share with a fellow mom and leave a 5-star review! 📣 Tag me on Instagram @momidentityproject 🎤 Want your voice on the show? Leave a 90-second message at https://www.momsguidetofindingherself.com 📝 Get my Mom Moment Memo: https://www.momidentityproject.com/memo 🎯 Ready to find your thing, your time, and your confidence? Start here: https://www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit
Are your 2026 goals already collecting dust? You are so not alone. This episode is your permission slip to stop trying to "do more" and instead focus on what truly fits your life right now. Feeling like you're already behind on your new year goals? That planner you bought? The routines you swore you'd stick to? If they're already gathering dust, it's not because you failed—it's because those systems weren't made for moms. In this episode, Krissy introduces her refreshing 10-Day Challenge Method, a gentle approach to goal-setting that bends with your real life, not against it. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why traditional goal-setting fails moms (and what works instead) How to create goals based on how you want to feel, not just what you want to do The simple "comforter/socks" method to layer goals by size and effort Whether your goal is to drink more water, find joy again, or just not cry today, this episode will help you build rhythms that reflect who you really are. Tag me @momidentityproject if this resonated, and share it with another mom who needs a gentler way to grow in 2026. 🛠️ RESOURCES MENTIONED: Mom Identity Starter Kit Sign up for the Mom Moment Memo Leave me a voice message
Do you feel like you lost yourself in motherhood this year? If your year feels like one long blur of bedtime battles, snack crumbs, and second-guessing yourself—you're not alone. This episode is a gentle year in review for moms, designed to help you reflect on the invisible labor, emotional load, and quiet wins that don't show up on your Instagram grid. Motherhood identity loss is real—and so is your growth. We're ditching the pressure to reinvent ourselves in January and making space to honor everything you carried this year. This isn't about productivity or resolutions. It's about reclaiming your identity after motherhood and noticing the ways you showed up—again and again. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN: Why moms tend to focus on what went wrong (blame the negativity bias!) How to spot your invisible wins and quiet progress 5 gentle, non-overwhelming reflection questions for moms who are doing their best You don't need a new you. You need to see you. 💌 Subscribe to the Mom Moment Memo 🎁 Grab your $17 Mom Identity Starter Kit 📢 Tag me on IG @momidentityproject 🗣 Leave a voice message Like this show? Pay it forward and share it with a friend. Love this show? Follow and leave a 5-star review to help other moms find this space.
Do the holidays bring up more than just joy for you? If you're carrying joy and grief, gratitude and exhaustion this week—you're not broken. You're a mom. And you're allowed to feel all of it. This Christmas episode is a poetic pause for your soul. I'm sharing two poems from From One Mom to a Mother by Jessica Urlichs—words that gently hold space for the mess, the missing, and the becoming. If you've ever looked in the mirror and wondered who you are now… this one's for you. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL: Feel seen in your motherhood identity crisis—especially this time of year Learn why you don't need to "tie it all up with a bow" emotionally Be reminded that you are not lost—you're becoming ✨ Preorder Jessica's new book They Bloom Because of You (March 2026): https://amzn.to/3LfyLSG Order From One Mom to A Mother and all of Jessica's books https://amzn.to/3YK58Ml ✨ More support from Krissy: → Mom Identity Starter Kit → Mom Moment Memo Newsletter → Leave a Voice message for the show Tag me on Instagram @momidentityproject and share your thoughts.
Is sick season turning your house into a germy battleground—and your brain into mush? If you're barely holding it together between school call-outs, snot-covered toddlers, and the emotional weight of being the one who handles everything, this episode is for you. Sick season hits moms hard, and it's not just the fevers—it's the burnout, the decision fatigue, and the constant guilt. That's why I called in pediatrician and mom Dr. Mona Amin from PedsDocTalk to walk us through how to survive sick season as a mom without losing yourself in the process. We're talking: What red flags mean it's time to keep your kid home—and what's just a harmless runny nose How to navigate parenting while sick yourself, without guilt or burnout Practical strategies to reduce the mental load, protect vulnerable family members, and still find moments of peace Whether you're deep in the flu season shuffle, managing sick kids back-to-back, or just trying to care for your family without abandoning yourself, this episode is your permission slip to rest, reset, and protect your peace. 📲 Tag me on Instagram @momidentityproject 💬 Leave me a message: momsguidetofindingherself.com 📝 Get my Mom Moment Memo: momidentityproject.com/memo 🧰 Grab the $17 Mom Identity Starter Kit: momidentityproject.com/starterkit 🎧 Like the show? Share it with a fellow mom in burnout mode. 💛 Love the show? Leave a 5-star review—it helps us keep going!
Have you ever had a gut feeling something was wrong—and everyone told you it was "just anxiety"? Dr. Mona Amin is a pediatrician and parenting expert. But when she became a mom, everything she thought she knew was turned upside down. In this powerful episode, she shares her traumatic birth story, her son's NICU and stroke diagnosis, her own ICU stay, and how motherhood forced her to stop doubting herself—and start trusting her intuition more than anything else. If you've ever felt dismissed, overwhelmed, or like you were losing yourself in early motherhood, this conversation is for you. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN: Why even the most "prepared" moms can face unexpected trauma after birth How to recognize and reclaim your maternal intuition, even when no one else listens What reparenting yourself really looks like—and how it helps you show up for your kids We're diving into birth trauma, postpartum identity loss, medical trauma, intuitive parenting, and what it means to rebuild yourself after everything falls apart. CONNECT WITH DR. MONA AMIN: Website: https://www.pedsdoctalk.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pedsdoctalk/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pedsdoctalk-podcast-child-health-development/id1501057527 LEARN MORE FROM KRISSY BOLD: Website: https://www.momidentityproject.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momidentityproject Starter Kit: https://www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit Voice message: https://www.momsguidetofindingherself.com Memo signup: https://www.momidentityproject.com/memo Follow the show and leave a 5-star review to help more moms find honest, empowering conversations about motherhood identity, postpartum mental health, and trusting yourself again.
Does the holiday season make you feel even more disconnected from yourself? You're not just overwhelmed, you're likely facing a motherhood identity crisis. In the rush to create joy for everyone else, you might be losing sight of your own. This episode offers real talk and relief for moms struggling with identity after motherhood, especially during the busiest season of the year. You'll hear a raw story about the moment I realized I'd completely disappeared under the weight of holiday expectations—and how I started reclaiming myself in small, intentional ways. If you're feeling like you've lost who you are since becoming a mom, you're not broken. You're just overdue for your own magic. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN: 🎄 The real reason holiday stress feels heavier after kids—it's tied to motherhood identity loss 🎄 How to stop saying yes out of guilt and start honoring what matters to you 🎄 A realistic plan to protect your peace and rediscover what lights you up 🎄 How to create a more joyful season by including yourself in it You are more than a holiday magic maker. You deserve to feel like you again. Let this episode guide you back toward clarity, calm, and joy. 💬 Leave a message: momsguidetofindingherself.com 💌 Get the Memo: momidentityproject.com/memo 🎁 Reset your identity: momidentityproject.com/starterkit 📲 Follow @momidentityproject on Instagram ⭐ Follow + review to help other moms find this episode
Ever had a stranger mom show up for you when you needed it most? In this feel-good, emotionally honest episode, Krissy sits down with Kaitlin Becker, known for her roles on Sprout's Sunny Side Up and Meekah on Blippi, to share real stories of mom-to-mom support that changed everything. From NICU struggles to grocery store tears, these are the moments that remind us we're not alone. You'll laugh, cry, and walk away with your heart full. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Real stories of mom kindness that will renew your faith in people Why small moments can have a huge emotional impact How Kaitlin navigated postpartum and found community in unexpected places 💗 Loved it? Follow, rate, and review to help us keep creating these episodes. 🎤 CONNECT WITH KAITLIN BECKER: Instagram: @kaitlinbecker Have Kaitlin send a message of kindness and support: https://www.cameo.com/kaitlinbex 🎧 LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Harmony by Fyutch & Aura V featuring Kaitlin Becker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qn7nlBGhieo&list=OLAK5uy_kUCbQof6AuMkZp5MSBDEffLzN60i1e1HQ Morris and the Magic Bell (Yoto): https://us.yotoplay.com/products/morris-and-the-magic-bell Every Body's Talkin' (Tonies): https://us.tonies.com/products/clever-tonies-set-every-bodys-talkin?variant=46108859760791 📲 Tag me on Instagram @momidentityproject 💬 Leave a voice message: https://www.momsguidetofindingherself.com 📝 Get my Mom Memo: https://www.momidentityproject.com/memo 🎁 Starter Kit: https://www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit
Running on coffee, snacks, and fumes? You're not alone, but you don't have to feel this way. This week, I'm joined again by dietitian and IBCLC Allegra Gast to talk about how moms can fuel their bodies in real, doable ways… even in the chaos of everyday motherhood. This episode isn't about diets or perfection. It's about supporting your energy so you can stop running on empty. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why so many moms feel depleted, ragey, or crash by mid-afternoon How to increase your protein without turning into a gym bro Simple nutrition upgrades (like electrolytes!) that help you feel like a human again 🎧 Follow the show, leave a review, and share with a friend who's ready to feel better. 💛 Grab the Mom Identity Starter Kit → www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit 📬 Subscribe to the Mom Moment Memo → www.momidentityproject.com/memo 🗣️ Drop your story or question at → www.momsguidetofindingherself.com Meet Allegra Gast Allegra is a functional registered dietitian and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who leads a team of five at her practice, Aloha Nutrition. She offers virtual consultations worldwide and is passionate about helping moms nourish themselves in a way that feels realistic—not overwhelming. She lives in Texas with her husband and four kids, including twins, and shares amazing, judgment-free education over on Instagram. Connect with Allegra Gast: Website: www.aloha-nutrition.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/aloha.nutrition TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@aloha.nutrition
What does support in motherhood actually look like? For Allegra Gast, it looked like saying "yes" to help, finding nourishment that gave her energy back, and learning how to prioritize her own well-being without guilt—even with four kids. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: How asking for help changed Allegra's experience of motherhood Why postpartum support isn't just for new moms Simple shifts in nourishment and boundaries that helped her feel like herself again Follow the show, rate and review, and share this episode with a friend who's trying to do it all alone. 🎙 Tag me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/momidentityproject 🌍 More episodes and info: www.momsguidetofindingherself.com 📦 Get the Mom Identity Starter Kit: www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit 📝 Subscribe to the free Mom Moment Memo: www.momidentityproject.com/memo 🎤 Meet Our Guest: Allegra Gast Allegra Gast is a functional registered dietitian and an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) dedicated to supporting families through their postpartum health and breastfeeding journeys. She leads a team of five experienced registered dietitians and lactation consultants, providing virtual consultations to families worldwide. Allegra founded her practice, Aloha Nutrition, during her time in Hawaii and now resides in Texas with her husband and four children, including twins. She shares valuable educational content on nutrition and breastfeeding on her Instagram page, @aloha.nutrition. Connect with Allegra: Website: www.aloha-nutrition.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/aloha.nutrition TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@aloha.nutrition
Ever feel like a bad mom for wanting five minutes alone in the car or skipping pretend kitchen for the fifth time? You're not actually feeling guilt—you've just been told that's what you should feel. In this episode, we're busting open the myth of "mom guilt" and breaking down why mislabeling your emotions keeps you trapped in a shame spiral that's exhausting, isolating, and completely unnecessary. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: What "real guilt" is vs. the emotional overload moms often call guilt How to name the actual emotions you're experiencing (spoiler: it's usually fear, sadness, FOMO, or overwhelm) Simple ways to start giving yourself permission to rest, recharge, and reconnect with your humanity You're not a bad mom. You're a human being with needs—and this episode will help you honor them. ✨ Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear this truth. 📦 Grab the Mom Identity Starter Kit: www.momidentityproject.com/starterkit 📬 Subscribe to the Mom Moment Memo: www.momidentityproject.com/memo 💬 Want your story featured or have a question? Visit: www.momsguidetofindingherself.com LEARN MORE FROM KRISSY BOLD: 🌐 momidentityproject.com 📸 Instagram
Ever look in the mirror and wonder—where the heck did you go? If motherhood has left you feeling like a shell of your former self—exhausted, overextended, and invisible—this episode is your gentle wake-up call. Most moms don't need a total overhaul… they just need a reset. The Reset Method is a 5-step, mama-friendly process to help you reconnect with your identity, feel joy again, and stop drowning in a life that revolves around everyone but you. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why going back to your "old self" isn't the answer—and what to do instead The hidden grief and loss of identity we don't talk about enough as moms How to use the RESET method (Recognize, Express, Simplify, Explore, Trust) to gently come back to you ✨ Subscribe to the free Mom Moment Memo: https://www.momidentityproject.com/memo 🎤 Leave a voice message: https://www.momsguidetofindingherself.com 📱 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momidentityproject
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