Kelly Clemente is one of the sweetest, most genuine people I've ever met -- and her story is incredible. You don't often hear from birth moms, the women who put their babies up for adoption after an unexpected pregnancy. Today, you'll hear from one. Kelly became pregnant at 18 and knew she wasn't ready to be a mother or provide her son with what he needed. In the podcast episode, we talk about the tough decisions Kelly had to make, pressure she faced while pregnant, and the beautiful story she has of giving birth to her son, Alex and maintaining a thriving relationship with he and his adoptive family. Kelly talks about what it was like to choose a mother for her son, and you hear how that choice came full circle for her 10 years … [Read more...]
Tragedy to Triumph: Doing Hard Things with Britney Cooper
Britney Cooper is my hair stylist, but I'm glad to say she's also my friend. As I was sitting her chair one day, I felt compelled to let her know what a bada** chick I thought she was. She's an entrepreneur with two adorable little girls that she is raising as a single mom and absolutely killing it in life and business. "You can either claw your way out of this uncomfortable place...or you can literally sit down in it and get yourself comfortable in the cold and dirt and darkness -- and learn every single thing you can while you are in the pit and know that when you get the opportunity to walk out, that you are walking out of it with gold in your hands." After I told her how inspiring I thought she was, she went ahead and spit out some … [Read more...]
Worth Your Time: The Story Behind My New Podcast
I've joined the world of podcasting! Before you say it -- yes, I know -- everyone has a podcast these days. The ideas has certainly ramped up in popularity in the last couple of years. But I can't get it out of my head -- and this is a true passion project. They say when you can't stop thinking about something, you should just do It reminds me of when I started blogging years ago. I just felt compelled and interested and excited and motivated to do it. My little blog brought me a lot of new friends and lots of learning experiences. I'm hoping this podcast can do some similar things. But mostly, I want to introduce others to some of the phenomenal women I know (and hope to know!) Everyday I think of another woman who is conquering the … [Read more...]
Mom Guilt Be Gone: Lindsey Hein on Life, Motherhood and Podcasting
For the first episode of "Worth Your Time," I speak with my sister, Lindsey Hein -- host of the "I'll Have Another" podcast. We talk about all things podcasting, motherhood, entrepreneurship and a few non-traditional philosophies Lindsey has about life. "I don't believe in mom guilt." -- Lindsey Hein, entrepreneur mother of 4 boys ages 6 and under This episode will be especially notable to those interested in the podcasting world -- but also for moms trying to live their dreams and balance those out with babies, husbands, social lives and a little trash TV watching too. It's important that your kids don't define your entire identity -- and that you put one foot in front of the other when it comes to accomplishing what's on your heart. … [Read more...]
