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E51: Systems, Sanity & Showing Up: How Moms Can Ditch the Overwhelm with Courtney Cecil of the Working Moms Movement

Release Date: 05/20/2025

E59: Why Change Feels So Hard (and Necessary): Jessie Harold on Matrescence and the Evolution of Motherhood

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If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and thought, “Who even am I anymore?” — this one’s for you. In today’s episode, we’re joined by author, coach, doula, and researcher Jessie Harold, who’s spent nearly two decades walking alongside women through one of the most profound identity shifts of their lives: becoming a mother. We dive deep into matrescence — the emotional, psychological, and spiritual transformation of motherhood — and why understanding it might just be the permission slip you’ve been waiting for. Whether you’re still in the baby trenches or facing new...

E58: Back-to-School Boundaries: How Moms Can Reclaim Time, Energy & Purpose with Jeanelle Teves

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The lunchboxes are packed, the inbox is full, and the emotional load of another school year is setting in. If you’re craving a reset—one that prioritizes your needs, too—this episode is for you. Re-airing one of our favorites from the vault: Jeanelle Teves, General Manager of Bugaboo and mom of two, joins us to talk about the intentional routines and unapologetic boundaries that help her lead a team, raise a family, and stay grounded in her values. This episode isn’t about perfection—it’s about practical mindset shifts that actually work in the chaos of modern motherhood. 🎙️...

E57: Motherhood Isn’t a Sprint: Anne Welsh on Slowing Down to Reclaim Yourself for the Long Haul

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Ever feel like you’re climbing a ladder you didn’t choose—or running on a bedazzled hamster wheel you can’t seem to step off? You’re not alone, mama. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Anne Welsh—clinical psychologist, executive coach, and mom of four—to talk about why modern motherhood demands a shift from the relentless “ladder” model of ambition to a more sustainable “web” model that honors the many directions life can take. Anne brings two decades of expertise helping leaders navigate major career and life transitions—think parental leave, return-to-work, and...

E56: Redefining Your Power and Belonging at Work with Daisy Auger-Domínguez

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What does it mean to lead with heart while holding your power? To show up fully at work and at home without losing yourself along the way? In this illuminating conversation, we’re joined by trailblazing people and culture strategist, author, and fellow mama Daisy Auger-Domínguez—whose career includes leadership roles at Google, Disney, and Viacom, and whose mission is to make work work better for everyone. Daisy shares powerful insights from her two game-changing books: Inclusion Revolution, a call for leaders to embed equity and belonging into the DNA of their organizations, and her...

E55: What Most Women Don't Know About Their Hormones - with OBGYN Dr. Stephanie Davis

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In this must-listen episode of Mighty as a Mother, we’re joined by California-based OBGYN Dr. Stephanie Davis—an integrative women’s health expert, Columbia University graduate, fellow mama, and passionate advocate for sexual wellness and hormonal literacy. Dr. Davis offers a refreshing, holistic perspective on the female hormonal landscape, and breaks down what’s really happening in our bodies from adolescence through menopause. From energy and libido to brain fog, weight changes, and mood swings—this conversation is your crash course in understanding what your hormones are trying...

E54: From Tech Exec to Wellness Founder: Barbara Mighdoll on Rewriting Ambition in Motherhood

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In this empowering episode of Mighty as a Mother, we’re joined by Barbara Mighdoll—former tech marketing executive turned wellness founder, motherhood advocate, and host of the New Modern Mom podcast. Barbara shares how motherhood sparked a radical redefinition of success and led her to launch MNT Studio, San Francisco’s first wellness social club designed to support working moms, entrepreneurs, and women craving connection, balance, and well-being. Barbara opens up about leaving behind the illusion of a "safe" corporate career, navigating burnout, and building a purpose-driven life and...

E53: Big Feelings, Little Kids—Helping Children (and Parents) Regulate Emotions with Dr. Kahlila Robinson

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Today, we sit down with Dr. Kahlila Robinson, a licensed clinical psychologist, parent coach, and co-author of The Self-Regulation Workbook for Children Ages 5 to 8: A Parent-Child Resource for Engaging in Healthy Coping Skills and Building. Known for her grounded, compassionate approach, Dr. Robinson brings over 20 years of experience helping families navigate the emotional rollercoaster of childhood—and parenthood. Kalila shares powerful and practical strategies for supporting our children’s emotional development while keeping our own cool in the process. She reminds us that parenting...

E52: Screen Time and Online Safety: How to Raise Tech-Savvy Kids Without Losing Your Mind with Krystina O'Bryant of Parent ProTech

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Today, we’re diving headfirst into one of the hottest parenting topics out there: kids and technology. Laura sits down with Krystina O’Bryant, Lead Curriculum Designer at , a platform that empowers parents and educators to help kids navigate the digital world with confidence and safety. With a background in education and instructional technology, Krystina brings a refreshing, no-judgment lens to topics like screen time, digital boundaries, and what really goes down on YouTube Kids. Whether you're a no-tech household, a screen-on-the-go family, or somewhere in between, this episode is...

E51: Systems, Sanity & Showing Up: How Moms Can Ditch the Overwhelm with Courtney Cecil of the Working Moms Movement

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If you’ve ever felt like you’re crushing it at work but falling apart at home—or vice versa—this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, Laura sits down with Courtney Cecil, founder of the Working Moms Movement, Fortune 50 executive, coach, speaker, and mom of two, who’s on a mission to make motherhood and ambition sustainable. Courtney shares her own breaking point as a mom working 80-hour weeks and how she turned that low into a leadership platform that’s helping thousands of moms rewrite the rules of modern motherhood. From creating systems that bring more peace to your...

E50: Ending Gun Violence Starts with Moms — A Conversation with March Fourth Founder Kitty Brandtner on Safer Schools and Communities

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Gun violence is now the leading cause of death for children and teens in the United States. Every day, 12 children are killed and 32 more are injured by firearms—a devastating truth that weighs heavily on parents across the country. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kitty Brandtner, founder of March Fourth, a nonprofit on a mission to end gun violence through federal policy reform and grassroots advocacy. Kitty’s journey began after surviving the Highland Park mass shooting on July 4, 2022—an experience that changed her life as a mother and ignited a movement. Now, she’s...

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Courtney shares her own breaking point as a mom working 80-hour weeks and how she turned that low into a leadership platform that’s helping thousands of moms rewrite the rules of modern motherhood. From creating systems that bring more peace to your day, to redefining what “having it all” really means, this episode is packed with real talk, practical tips, and permission to let go of perfection.

Whether you’re in burnout mode, juggling too many roles, or simply looking for a more grounded way to live and work—Courtney offers a blueprint for reclaiming your time, energy, and self.

Join us as we cover:

How to support your kids through emotional storms—especially when you’re running on empty
What co-regulation really looks like in everyday parenting
Why letting your child “have a good cry” is sometimes the most healing option
The myth that working moms don’t want growth—and why we need to stop assuming
How systems at home (even something as simple as the dishwasher) can create more presence and peace
The power of B-minus work, values-aligned decision-making, and letting go of unrealistic standards
What it actually means to “have it all” (hint: it’s different for everyone)
Why delegation, community, and boundaries are key to avoiding burnout

Links:

Website: workingmomsmovement.com
Instagram: @workingmomsmovement
Podcast: The Life Management System for Working Moms

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