In this special bonus episode of The Mama Making Podcast, recorded in collaboration with Nurture 19’s Faces of Nurture campaign, Jessica talks with Alexandra Bradberry and Chelsie Bruggeman—two moms, entrepreneurs, and advocates for rethinking how we support working parents.

They get honest about what burnout really feels like (spoiler: it’s not always obvious), how they’ve learned to prioritize rest and connection, and why building community is non-negotiable for modern motherhood.

If you’ve ever wondered how you’re supposed to do it all—or why you even think you should—this episode is the reminder you need that you're not alone, and you're not doing it wrong. It’s just that hard.

Main Topics Covered

• What it actually looks like to nurture yourself as a mom and entrepreneur
• How motherhood redefines your identity
• Burnout symptoms, signals, and why rest feels so hard
• Learning to ask for help without guilt
• Boundaries around work, life, and self-care
• Building communities where moms can tell the truth
• Why mentorship and shared experiences matter
  
  

Resources Mentioned

• The Sparkle Bar – Alexandra’s business
• Momentum for Working Moms – Chelsie’s company
• Nurture 19’s Faces of Nurture campaign

Connect with the Guests
Alexandra Bradberry

• Instagram: @alexbradberry
• Business: @thesparklebar
• Website: thesparklebar.com

Chelsie Bruggeman

• LinkedIn: Chelsie Bruggeman
• Instagram: @working_with_momentum
• Website: momentumforworkingmoms.com

This episode is sponsored by Collabs Creative - a digital marketing company supporting makers, creatives, and small business owners with all things digital and design.

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