In this episode, I’m talking about the identity shift that happens when you become a mum in business, yep, the one no one really prepares you for.

The moment when you look back at who you used to be and realise she doesn’t quite exist anymore. When pride and grief sit side by side. When your body feels unsettled, not because anything is wrong, but because something big is changing.

I unpack what we actually lose when we step into motherhood and business, not just time or freedom, but whole versions of ourselves. The careers we left. The safety of being a beginner. The simplicity of being one thing instead of many.

We talk about why this kind of grief doesn’t always look like sadness, but shows up as restlessness, tightness, overwhelm, or nervous system shutdown. And why identity shifts aren’t just emotional reactions, instead they’re physical, embodied experiences.

I also explore the internal conflict so many mums carry:


The devoted mother


The ambitious business owner


The woman you were before kids


The woman you’re becoming

And why the goal isn’t to choose between them, rather it’s integration.

This episode dives into how operating against your natural way of working can deepen that sense of disorientation, and how part of becoming who you’re meant to be is relearning your own rhythm, decision-making style, and energy.

We finish with what integration actually looks like in real life: not balance, not perfection, but allowing all parts of you to coexist without apology.

If you’ve ever felt like you don’t fully recognise yourself anymore, this conversation is for you.

Links + Resources
→ Come say hi on Instagram: @‌balancedbizmama
→ Book in a 1:1 mentoring session
→ Join The Balanced Biz Mama Circle (monthly coaching + community for mums in business)
→ Subscribe to never miss an episode!

In this episode, I&rsquo;m talking about the identity shift that happens when you become a mum in business, yep, the one no one really prepares you for.
The moment when you look back at who you used to be and realise she doesn&rsquo;t quite exist anymore. When pride and grief sit side by side. When your body feels unsettled, not because anything is wrong, but because something big is changing.
I unpack what we actually lose when we step into motherhood and business, not just time or freedom, but whole versions of ourselves. The careers we left. The safety of being a beginner. The simplicity of being one thing instead of many.
We talk about why this kind of grief doesn&rsquo;t always look like sadness, but shows up as restlessness, tightness, overwhelm, or nervous system shutdown. And why identity shifts aren&rsquo;t just emotional reactions, instead they&rsquo;re physical, embodied experiences.
I also explore the internal conflict so many mums carry:
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The devoted mother
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The ambitious business owner
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The woman you were before kids
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The woman you&rsquo;re becoming
</li>
</ul>
And why the goal isn&rsquo;t to choose between them, rather it&rsquo;s integration.
This episode dives into how operating against your natural way of working can deepen that sense of disorientation, and how part of becoming who you&rsquo;re meant to be is relearning your own rhythm, decision-making style, and energy.
We finish with what integration actually looks like in real life: not balance, not perfection, but allowing all parts of you to coexist without apology.
If you&rsquo;ve ever felt like you don&rsquo;t fully recognise yourself anymore, this conversation is for you.
Links + Resources &rarr; Come say hi on Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/balancedbizmama" data-testid="link-with-safety" data-renderer-mark="true">@&zwnj;balancedbizmama</a> &rarr; <a href="https://balancedbizmama.com.au/mama-momentum">Book in a 1:1 mentoring session</a> &rarr; Join <a href="https://balancedbizmama.com.au/bbm-circle" data-testid="link-with-safety" data-renderer-mark="true">The Balanced Biz Mama Circle</a>&nbsp;(monthly coaching + community for mums in business) &rarr; Subscribe to never miss an episode!

A Mama's Guide To Balancing Parenthood & Working From Home

Coffee, Clients, and Naptime, the ultimate podcast for ambitious parents ready to build a fulfilling business while raising their families. Hosted by Sarah Maree - mother, entrepreneur, and mentor with 15 years of experience in building successful businesses.

Learn how to find your balance between business and your family, creating your dream life during naptime, or in those precious in-between moments when you're a work from home parent. We share practical tools and proven methods to help you transition from overwhelmed to running a successful business on your own terms.

If you're a parent looking to replace the 9-to-5 with flexibility, freedom, and purpose, this podcast is for you. This is the support you need to create the life you’ve always dreamed of - for yourself and your family.

So, grab your coffee, and let’s make it happen!

 

Follow along on Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/ 

Visit us online:

https://balancedbizmama.com.au

A Mama's Guide To Balancing Parenthood &amp; Working From Home
Coffee, Clients, and Naptime, the ultimate podcast for ambitious parents ready to build a fulfilling business while raising their families. Hosted by Sarah Maree - mother, entrepreneur, and mentor with 15 years of experience in building successful businesses.
Learn how to find your balance between business and your family, creating your dream life during naptime, or in those precious in-between moments when you're a work from home parent. We share practical tools and proven methods to help you transition from overwhelmed to running a successful business on your own terms.
If you're a parent looking to replace the 9-to-5 with flexibility, freedom, and purpose, this podcast is for you. This is the support you need to create the life you&rsquo;ve always dreamed of - for yourself and your family.
So, grab your coffee, and let&rsquo;s make it happen!
&nbsp;
Follow along on Instagram:&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/">https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/</a>&nbsp;
Visit us online:
<a href="https://balancedbizmama.com.au/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://balancedbizmama.com.au&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1738991844534000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0YaHdKBJ9Saj--uHQdEFFg">https://balancedbizmama.com.au</a>

Coffee, Clients & Naptime

A Mama's Guide To Balancing Parenthood & Working From Home

Coffee, Clients, and Nap-time, the ultimate podcast for ambitious parents ready to build a fulfilling business while raising their families. Hosted by Sarah Maree—mother, entrepreneur, and mentor with 15 years of experience in building successful businesses.

Learn how to attract clients during nap-time, after school drop-off, or in those precious in-between moments of parenting meeting your business dreams. We share practical tools and proven methods to help you transition from corporate life to running a successful business on your own terms.

If you're a parent looking to replace the 9-to-5 with flexibility, freedom, and purpose, this podcast is for you. This is the support you need to create the life you’ve always dreamed of—for yourself and your family.

So, grab your coffee, and let’s make it happen!

 

Follow along on Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/ 

Visit us online:

https://balancedbizmama.com.au

A Mama's Guide To Balancing Parenthood &amp; Working From Home
Coffee, Clients, and Nap-time, the ultimate podcast for ambitious parents ready to build a fulfilling business while raising their families. Hosted by Sarah Maree&mdash;mother, entrepreneur, and mentor with 15 years of experience in building successful businesses.
Learn how to attract clients during nap-time, after school drop-off, or in those precious in-between moments of parenting meeting your business dreams. We share practical tools and proven methods to help you transition from corporate life to running a successful business on your own terms.
If you're a parent looking to replace the 9-to-5 with flexibility, freedom, and purpose, this podcast is for you. This is the support you need to create the life you&rsquo;ve always dreamed of&mdash;for yourself and your family.
So, grab your coffee, and let&rsquo;s make it happen!
&nbsp;
Follow along on Instagram:&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/">https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/</a>&nbsp;
Visit us online:
<a href="https://balancedbizmama.com.au/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://balancedbizmama.com.au&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1738991844534000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0YaHdKBJ9Saj--uHQdEFFg">https://balancedbizmama.com.au</a>