Baby, Bump, & Business

Introduction

In this episode of Baby Bump and Business, host Bee Trofort-Wilson speaks with Kate Parker, a commercial photographer and bestselling author, about her journey as a creative mom. They discuss the challenges of balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship, the importance of advocating for oneself in the workplace, and the transformative power of photography in Kate’s life. Kate shares her experiences with postpartum challenges, the evolution of her photography career, and how she has built a brand around empowering young girls. The conversation highlights the beauty and struggles of motherhood, creativity, and finding one’s identity.

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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

• The journey of motherhood is filled with challenges and beauty.
• Finding a creative outlet can help in balancing motherhood and work.
• Advocating for oneself in the workplace is crucial for working moms.
• Mom guilt is a common struggle, but it’s important to prioritize family.
• Building a career around your passions can lead to unexpected opportunities.
• It’s essential to create boundaries between work and family life.

Guest Bio

Kate T. Parker is a mother, wife, Ironman, professional photographer/director and New York Times Bestselling author who shoots both personal projects and commercial work for her clients. Her STRONG IS THE NEW PRETTY book led to collaborations with brands such as Disney, Athleta, Kellogg’s, and NBC. It has also inspired Kate to launch a philanthropic arm of SITNP, partnering with organizations such as Girls on the Run, Girl Up, The Arthur Blank Family Foundation, Disney, Glam4Good, and The Bully Project by investing in childrens’ health and education. Kate is also the author of Strong is the New Pretty: The Guided Journal, The Heart of a Boy Play Like A Girl and Force of Nature.

Resources

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• Strong is the New Pretty
• Book: Force of Nature

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