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Balancing Motherhood and a Career in Sports (Podcast Ep. 8)

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Balancing Motherhood and a Career in Sports (Podcast Ep. 8)

Introduction

In this conversation, Bee and NFL Photographer Kara Durrette discuss the challenges and triumphs of balancing motherhood with a demanding career in sports photography. They explore the emotional journey of pregnancy, the impact of COVID-19, and the importance of support systems for women in the industry. Kara shares her personal experiences, including navigating maternity leave, dealing with loss, and the adjustments required when transitioning to being a mother of two. The conversation emphasizes the need for women to pursue their dreams while also embracing their roles as mothers, highlighting the importance of self-identity and support from family and peers.

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
  2. Ep.11 – Flexibility, Delegation, and Faith
  3. Ep.10 – Setting Strict Boundaries
  4. Ep.9 – Take It One Step At A Time
  5. Ep.8 – Balancing Motherhood and Career in Sports

Key Takeaways

  • Don’t stop chasing your dream just because your life is evolving.
  • You can be a hot mess and a good mom.
  • Make the moments that you’re there matter.
  • Your title is borrowed; don’t make it your entire self.
  • You can be more than one thing.

Guest Bio

Kara Durrette is a working mother with two boys – nine and four. She work full-time at their school in Raleigh, NC, as a marketing professional and also works on the NFL Focus team as a professional sports photographer. She has spent 12 seasons covering the NFL, including one “normal” season pregnant and the Covid season pregnant!

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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
  2. Ep.11 – Flexibility, Delegation, and Faith
  3. Ep.10 – Setting Strict Boundaries
  4. Ep.9 – Take It One Step At A Time
  5. Ep.8 – Balancing Motherhood and Career in Sports

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