Baby, Bump, & Business

Introduction

In this episode of Baby Bump & Business, host Bee sits down with Brittany Wages, a photographer, mom, and mom entrepreneur, to discuss the realities of balancing motherhood with a creative career. Brittany shares her journey from planning for parenthood to navigating maternity leave, adjusting to life with a newborn, and finding support through childcare solutions, offering practical insights for working moms and creative entrepreneurs.

They discuss:

• managing motherhood while building a creative business
• navigating maternity leave and postpartum adjustments
• the importance of childcare solutions and support systems for mom entrepreneurs
• setting boundaries and embracing flexibility in both work and family life
• giving yourself grace during the transformative journey of motherhood

This conversation highlights the challenges, triumphs, and resilience of mom entrepreneurs, providing guidance and inspiration for women balancing family, creativity, and career.

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Balancing Mom Life and University: My Honest Journey – Baby, Bump, & Business

In this inspiring episode of Baby Bump and Business, host Bee chats with Elsie Kibue-Ngare, a Kenyan-British photographer, about the real challenges and rewards of juggling motherhood with a creative career. They dive into topics every mompreneur can relate to: time management, setting boundaries, and building a supportive community. Elsie opens up about her journey through university as a mother, transitioning to freelance photography, and navigating career changes post-COVID. She shares practical tips on saying no, prioritizing what matters, and leaning on a network of fellow moms and creatives for support. If you’re a parent pursuing your passions or curious about balancing work, motherhood, and creativity, this episode is packed with advice, motivation, and real-life stories you won’t want to miss.

1. Balancing Mom Life and University: My Honest Journey 30:31
2. From Grief to Purpose: A Motherhood Journey Through Photography 52:16
3. Building a Business While Homeschooling: Teacher to Photographer Journey 37:39
4. Juggling Mom Life and Entrepreneurship 39:53
5. Motherhood + Multiple Creative Businesses: What No One Tells You 35:40

Key Takeaways

• Support systems are vital for new mothers.
• Creativity can be found in everyday moments with children.
• Birth plans may not go as expected; flexibility is key.
• Preeclampsia and other complications can arise unexpectedly.
• It’s okay to mourn the loss of your previous self.
• Embracing the present moment is essential for new moms.

Guest Bio

Brittany Wages is an Atlanta-based photographer, artist, mother, gardener, and community organizer. Her commercial work focuses on food, lifestyle, and portraits, and her personal “work” is always centered on human connections.

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