Baby, Bump, & Business

Introduction

In this episode of Baby, Bump, & Business, host Bee Trofort-Wilson speaks with Koereyelle, a successful entrepreneur and “now” mother of three, about the challenges and realities of balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship. They discuss the emotional journey of pregnancy, the lack of maternity leave for entrepreneurs, the identity crisis that can occur after childbirth, and the importance of self-care and support. Koereyelle shares her experiences with postpartum challenges, the lessons learned from her first pregnancy, and how she has adapted her business strategies to accommodate her growing family. The conversation emphasizes the need for grace, flexibility, and the importance of embracing one’s unique motherhood journey.

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Ep.12 – You Gotta Let Go – Baby, Bump, & Business

In this episode of Baby, Bump, & Business, host Bee Trofort-Wilson speaks with actress Walnette Carrington about her journey into motherhood and the creative entrepreneurial space. They discuss the challenges and joys of balancing acting and motherhood, the importance of mental health, and the need for a supportive community. Walnette shares her experiences with pregnancy, postpartum, and the significance of surrendering to the journey. The conversation also highlights her initiative, Sip and Success with Mama, aimed at empowering mothers to celebrate themselves and their experiences.

1. Ep.12 – You Gotta Let Go 31:32
2. Ep.11 – Flexibility, Delegation, and Faith 34:44
3. Ep.10 – Setting Strict Boundaries 45:57
4. Ep.9 – Take It One Step At A Time 38:02
5. Ep.8 – Balancing Motherhood and Career in Sports 42:52

Key Takeaways

• Being pregnant can disrupt personal and business plans.
• Maternity leave is often non-existent for entrepreneurs.
• Postpartum experiences can lead to identity crises.
• Every mother’s journey is unique and should be embraced.
• It’s important to give yourself grace as a new mom.
• Business strategies may need to evolve with motherhood.
• Trusting the process is key to managing motherhood and entrepreneurship.

Guest Bio

Koereyelle is a happily married mom of two (soon to be three), Atlanta-based Realtor, and founder of Ellevate Travel, a boutique travel agency dedicated to helping Black women transform their love for travel into profitable businesses. She hosts the award-winning Girl Stop Playin® Podcast, empowering women to “make the money and get the honey.”

Resources

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