It all begins withI was supposed to launch this podcast back in December 2020, right after I found out I was pregnant with Rylo. But then hyperemesis decided to ruin my life (hi, puking 18 times a day). Then came birth, then motherhood, then building a business… and, well, life had other plans.

But I’m here now, and honestly? I want this podcast to feel like you pulled up a chair with your best friend to just shit talk, learn a little, and laugh a lot. Nothing too stiff, nothing too serious, just real talk. an idea.

If you’ve ever struggled with birth disappointment, changing birth plans, or the weight of postpartum healing, I hope my story reminds you that you’re not alone. Every birth is unique. Every journey is worth honoring. And sometimes the most unexpected paths are the ones that teach us the most.

This episode is extra special because I’m joined by one of my closest friends, Kim—the person who hears all the crazy thoughts in my head on a daily basis. She’s a functional nutritionist, founder of Root and Branch Nutrition, and one of the women I admire most in this world. Oh, and she’s also a mom of two, which means she gets it on every level.

We’re diving into burnout, stress, and resilience in motherhood, and let’s be real—this conversation is for anyone who feels like they’re running on fumes. Kim opens up about her own burnout journey, including the mental and physical toll of exclusively pumping for both of her boys. That experience shifted everything for her and changed the way she supports moms in her practice.

We get into why so many of us fall into mom martyrdom, how society glorifies productivity, and the impossible pressure to constantly “do more and be better.” Spoiler: it’s not sustainable, and it’s not your fault.