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Mom's Guide to Finding Herself: Side Hustles, Hobbies, and Surviving While Parenting Young ChildrenAuthor: Krissy Bold
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. Ive been there too. As a mom of two young kids, Ive 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. Thats why I created this podcastto help moms like us rediscover who we are and take the first steps toward meaningful change.Hi, Im Krissy. Im a former teacher and teacher coach who has always embraced new opportunities and juggled multiple side gigs. Over the past four years, Ive been on a journey to rediscover my identity beyond motherhoodand Ive finally figured it out. Along the way, Ive 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 identitieseven through the chaos and busyness of parenting. Whether youre 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, youll hear honest, relatable stories from moms just like youwomen whove 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. Youll find inspiration and support for all the mom guilt, parenting challenge Language: en Genres: Kids & Family, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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76 What Counts as Movement in Motherhood with Krystle Howald
Episode 76
Monday, 19 January, 2026
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 thinkHow to rebuild strength even years after birthThe real reason your upper back might be screaming—and what to do about itYou 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













