Sigi (Yes, like the yogurt...) is a bicoastal and bilingual Swiss-Israeli-American triple citizen. (Did you follow?) You almost saw her on Unprisoned, This Is Us, Henry Danger, and Jessie, but those roles ended up on the cutting room floor. You can, however, still catch her on Call Your Mother, Girl Meets World, The Middle, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and the hit Apple+ series Lessons in Chemistry.

Sigi has created lots of digital content and won Best Actress for her film Optimistic Realist at the Portland Comedy Film Festival for playing an aspiring actress slash Hebrew school teacher. It was a real stretch. Sigi is a member of Theatre of NOTE and has performed on stages all over LA. Favorite critically-acclaimed productions include The Diary of Anne Frank (Best Leading Actress), Bad Jews, The Immigrant, and Askance (Outstanding Understudy in a Drama). Aside from making people laugh, Sigi can often be seen carrying seven beverages at once and an overpriced diaper bag that conveniently has no beverage holders.

On this episode of Mommywood, Sigi shares her experience navigating the complexities of motherhood, from the transition of having one child to two, to the challenges of balancing personal identity with parenting. We discuss the emotional and physical aspects of pregnancy, the dynamics between siblings, and the societal pressures surrounding maternal instinct. The conversation also touches on the realities of being a working mom in the creative industry, the importance of support systems, and the joy found in small moments with children. Ultimately, we emphasize the value of connection, creativity, and the unique journey of motherhood.

00:00 The Journey of Motherhood Begins

02:49 Navigating the Transition from One to Two

05:53 Sibling Dynamics and Playtime

08:51 Pregnancy Experiences: The Same Yet Different

11:26 The Myth of Maternal Instinct

14:28 Balancing Identity: Mom, Actor, and Comedian

17:15 The Decision to Start a Family

20:10 The Reality of Working Moms

22:59 The Challenges of Returning to Work

26:01 Finding Joy in the Chaos

29:02 The Role of Support Systems

31:53 The Impact of Pets on Family Life

34:35 Creative Pursuits Amidst Motherhood

37:18 Advice for Aspiring Actor Moms

40:29 Finding Balance and Fulfillment

43:16 The Importance of Connection and Joy