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Becoming a parent for the first time can feel overwhelming.There are endless baby products, conflicting advice, and no clear expectation on what's coming into your life. The challenge isn't finding information—it's knowing what actually matters.In this episode of SaaSy Moms, we share the practical lessons we wish we had known before becoming parents.We discuss pregnancy preparation, newborn sleep, breastfeeding, introducing solids, developmental milestones, daycare planning, baby gear essentials, and the products that genuinely made life easier versus the purchases we could have skipped.Whether you're pregnant, building your baby registry, preparing for maternity leave, researching daycare options, or simply trying to feel more confident before your baby arrives, this episode is designed to help first-time parents focus on what matters most.Chapters:(00:00:00) What is this episode about?(00:01:17) First-Time parent checklist: what we wish we knew before baby arrived(00:02:18) Do you need to bond with your baby during pregnancy?(00:09:32) Why baby sleep & breastfeeding matter most(00:19:40) Child development and milestones (and sleep as a foundation)(00:24:42) Baby gear: what to buy and what NOT to buy(00:34:28) Daycare, nannies & building your childcare plan(00:42:05) Introducing Solids, Allergies & Feeding Your Baby(00:47:20) Our BIGGEST advice for first-time parents(00:48:18) Wrap Up
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#pregnancy #podcast #podcasts #workingmom #workingmoms #workingwomen #child #parenting #advice #saasymoms #parenthack
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Traveling for work as a mom sounds simple until you are the one packing your bag, leaving your child, checking daycare updates, calling home, and wondering if everything will fall apart without you.
In this episode, we talk about the real emotional complexity of business travel as working moms: mom guilt, control, sick kids, support systems, partner dynamics, and learning to let go.
A very honest episode for moms who love their careers but still feel the pull of home.
Chapters:
(00:00:00) Intro: What this episode is about?
(00:02:18) Tip #1: Don't bring family to a work conference
(00:03:55) Leaving your child for the first time
(00:04:10) Struggling to let go while travelling
(00:06:04) Parenting while being away
(00:08:30) Tip #2: Delegating as a mom
(00:13:50) Tip #3: Over-preparing before leaving
(00:18:22) The best moments of work trip: Getting ready, drinking coffee, and feeling like yourself again
(00:20:13) Missing your child while still enjoying the trip
(00:22:11) Practical tips for traveling moms
(00:24:06) The big lesson: you are not as irreplaceable as you think
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Motherhood can be beautiful, but it can also feel overwhelming, overstimulating, and emotionally intense in ways no one prepares you for.
In this episode of SaaSy Moms, we talk honestly about emotional regulation in moms — from postpartum overwhelm and mom rage to guilt, overstimulation, mental load, and the pressure of trying to stay calm while raising kids and managing work.
We share real experiences of what it feels like when small triggers become too much, why so many moms feel alone in this, and what can actually help when emotional regulation gets harder after becoming a parent.
In this episode:
emotional regulation after becoming a mompostpartum overwhelm, postpartum depression, and postpartum aggressionmom rage and overstimulationguilt, shame, and feeling out of controlhow birth trauma and mental load can affect motherspractical ways to recognize triggers earlierwhy working can sometimes feel easier than parentingIf you are a working mom, a new mom, or a parent struggling with emotional overload, this episode is for you.
Chapters
(00:00:50) Intro
(00:01:40) “I feel like I have tantrums too”
(00:02:31) Why motherhood can make emotions feel bigger
(00:03:41) The pressure of carrying everything as a mom
(00:05:00) What being emotionally out of control actually feels like
(00:08:31) Physical signs of dysregulation before the breaking point
(00:10:34) Anna shares the scariest moment: losing control while holding her baby
(00:11:57) The guilt, shame, and silence moms carry
(00:13:25) Why other moms can make you feel less alone
(00:14:46) Postpartum blues, postpartum depression, and looking back differently
(00:16:35) What helped Anna to get out of depression
(00:18:31) Travel, exhaustion, and why routine disruption hits so hard
(00:21:20) How Wendy tries to de-escalate in the moment
(00:24:52) How partner support can look like in real life
(00:26:43) The challenge of regulating yourself while raising dysregulated kids
(00:27:29) The “cup is already full” theory of emotional overload
(00:30:37) Anna opens up about her traumatic birth experience
(00:32:08) Control, parenting, and why kids trigger deeper emotional patterns
(00:32:57) Postpartum rage vs. postpartum anxiety
(00:36:39) Green, yellow, red: noticing your warning zones sooner
(00:37:52) Decision overload and why future planning can feel too heavy
(00:39:10) Mental load, delegation, and what moms take on silently
(00:40:50) What can be offloaded to your partner
(00:41:30) This episode is about making moms feel less alone
(00:44:29) “Work is my break”About SaaSy Moms:A podcast about motherhood, work, ambition, product leadership, and the real emotional realities behind modern life.
#EmotionalRegulation #MomRage #Motherhood #WorkingMoms #Postpartum #MentalLoad #ParentingPodcast #SaaSyMoms
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Co-parenting is hard.
Co-parenting in high-conflict situations?That’s a completely different game.
In this episode of SaaSy Moms, we sit down with the founder of a co-parenting app built for real-life chaos — where communication breaks down, emotions run high, and kids are caught in the middle.
We talk about:
What high-conflict co-parenting actually looks like (beyond theory)Why logic doesn’t work in emotional conflictThe hidden psychological toll on parentsHow AI is being used to reduce conflict and improve communicationWhat actually helps (and what makes things worse)This is not a “perfect parenting” conversation.
It’s raw, honest, and grounded in reality.If you're navigating divorce, separation, or just trying to protect your peace as a parent — this episode will hit home.
Chapters:
(00:00:00) What is this episode about?
(00:01:33) Why Co-Parenting Can Become So Difficult
(00:03:10) From Tech Career to Divorce Reality
(00:05:45) The Emotional Shock of High-Conflict Co-Parenting
(00:09:20) Why Communication Breaks Down (And Gets Worse)
(00:13:40) The Core Problem: You Can’t Change the Other Parent
(00:18:05) How Conflict Impacts Children (The Part No One Talks About)
(00:22:30) What Actually Helps in High-Conflict Situations
(00:27:10) Where AI Enters Co-Parenting
(00:31:45) Turning Chaos into Structured Communication
(00:36:20) Real Examples of Conflict De-Escalation
(00:41:00) The Biggest Mistakes Parents Make
(00:45:10) What “Healthy” Co-Parenting Actually Looks Like
(00:48:20) Final Advice for Parents Navigating Conflict
#ai #parenting #workingmoms #parents #work #conflict #coparents #coparenting
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This is not just an episode about “team performance.” High-performing teams are built through intentional people leadership, not control. In this episode of SaaSy Moms, we share the 6 most important tools for building high-performing teams — and the leadership mistakes many managers unknowingly make.
But leadership doesn’t stop at work.
As working moms, we also talk honestly about something many parents struggle with: emotional regulation in kids and adults. From managing strong emotions in toddlers to navigating our own reactions as leaders, we explore how the same principles apply both at home and at work.
If you are a working mom balancing leadership, career growth, and parenting, this episode will give you practical insights on building strong teams while also raising emotionally resilient kids.
In this episode we discuss:
• The #1 mindset shift managers need to build high-performing teams
• Why hiring people exactly like you can hurt team performance
• The leadership mistake that turns managers into bottlenecks
• Why high-performing teams need trust instead of control
• The honest reality of emotional regulation in kids and moms
• Why naming emotions doesn't always work for children between 1 and 5 y.o.
• Practical strategies we use to help children (and ourselves) calm downThis episode blends leadership lessons, motherhood experiences, and honest conversations about managing emotions — something every working parent in leadership eventually faces.
Whether you’re a manager, founder, product leader, marketer, or working mom, these lessons apply both to your team and your family.
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Chapters:
(00:00:50) What this episode is about.
(00:01:30) Tip #1: Understand your team’s ambition
(00:02:05) Tip #2: #1 mistake managers make during hiring
(00:04:45) Tip #3: Challenge the status quo in your team
(00:06:17) Tip #4: Let your team fail (in safe environments)
(00:08:30) Parenting parallel: letting kids "figure it out yourself" builds resilience
(00:10:05) Tip #5: Delegate outcomes, not just tasks
(00:12:50) Tip #6: Give immediate, on-the-spot feedback
(00:14:16) SaaSy Struggles: emotional regulation in kids
(00:15:37) #1 Tip that actually helps to calm a 4 y.o. down
(00:18:20) Demystifying the "naming of emotions" advice
(00:21:44) Emotional regulation advice for moms that works
(00:24:08) Redirecting anger safely (for kids)
(00:25:17) Fear about the future. How is it related to anger?
(00:26:30) Final thoughts: Subscribe to your outube channel!🎙️ SaaSy Moms is a podcast about careers in tech, leadership, and the real challenges of balancing ambitious careers with motherhood.
Follow us for conversations about:
• product management
• marketing leadership
• startup careers
• working motherhood
• emotional resilience in leadership
• building successful teams
#leadership #tip #advice #emotionalregulation #mom #workingmom #highperformance #management
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Being the first marketer at a company sounds exciting… until the founder expects leads in week two.
In this episode of SaaSy Moms, we talk with onboarding and marketing hiring expert Annique Tate, the founder of Tate Digital Consulting agency, about what it really takes to succeed as the first marketing hire at a startup.
Many companies hire their first marketer expecting immediate revenue — but the real job of a first marketer is much deeper: building marketing foundations, defining ICP, aligning sales and product, and setting up the growth engine.
In this conversation we break down:
the real challenges of the first marketer role
why founders often misunderstand marketing
the skills that predict success
the questions every marketer should ask before joining a startup
and how a 30-60-90 day plan can help you succeed.
And because this is SaaSy Moms, we also talk about the realities of balancing career ambition with motherhood, including parenting strategies, setting boundaries, and raising bilingual children.
If you're navigating a career in tech, marketing, or leadership while raising a family, this episode will resonate.
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https://open.spotify.com/show/4aP2kVYLIzI6GzyTZ71AAh?si=onUCsLuPTLa9z1t8mTiKjQSubscribe to our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SaaSyMoms
Follow Anna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-perelyhina/
Follow Wendy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendyhar/
Follow Annique: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anniquetate/
Chapters:
(00:00:50) Intro – The challenge of being the first marketer
(00:01:40) Meet Annique – marketing hire & onboarding expert
(00:03:30) What companies expect from their first marketer
(00:07:10) Why founders expect leads too early
(00:12:40) The real job of a first marketing hire
(00:18:20) What to do if business is not yet ready to produce leads
(00:21:50) When founders and marketing expectations clash
(00:29:00) Who actually succeeds as the first marketer
(00:31:00) The traits every first marketing hire needs
(00:34:30) Questions to ask before joining a startup
(00:38:20) How to evaluate if a company is ready for marketing
(00:42:00) SaaSy Moms segment – career and motherhood
(00:43:00) Navigating work after having a baby
(00:46:00) Parenting strategies and setting boundaries
(00:49:00) How to stay calm during tantrums: Strategies that actually work
(00:50:30) Raising bilingual children
(00:55:30) Final advice for first marketing hires -
Corporate politics will impact your career — whether you understand it or not.
In this episode, we break down exactly how to navigate corporate politics strategically without losing your integrity and we explain why corporate not inherently evil.If you’ve ever felt that performance alone should be enough… this conversation will shift your perspective.
We discuss:
• What corporate politics really means (it’s not manipulation)• Why high performers still get overlooked• Influence without authority — is it politics?• How to handle strong personalities at work• Why your boss is your biggest promoter• When to choose your fights• How to build allies strategically• Real corporate stories that led to promotion
Corporate politics isn’t about scheming.It’s about understanding people, power, perception, and timing.
Whether you're in product, marketing, leadership, or growing your career in tech — this episode will help you stop reacting emotionally and start navigating strategically.
Because in corporate environments, you’re playing the game — even if you don’t realize it.
🎧 Listen if you care about:corporate politics, career growth, influence without authority, women in tech leadership, working moms in corporate, product management careers, navigating difficult coworkers, and building professional influence.
Chapters:
(00:00:00) Intro - What this episode is about
(00:00:45) What Corporate Politics Really Is (And Why It’s Not Evil)
(00:04:15) Corporate Politics Rule #1: Play the game
(00:05:00) Corporate Politics Rule #2: Understand People — And Their “Why”
(00:07:00) Corporate Politics Rule #3: Observe Before You Act
(00:09:40) Corporate Politics Rule #4: Recognize Toxic Patterns
(00:10:00) Wendy and Anna's debate: Are “Toxic People” Actually Toxic?
(00:13:15) Real Corporate Politics Story: “Just Sue Them”
(00:15:45) Corporate Politics Rule #5: Boss is your biggest promoter
(00:19:30) Is "Influence without authority" a skill of Politics?
(00:22:30) How to navigate strong personalities?
(00:25:30) Why the Word “Politics” Still Feels Uncomfortable for Wendy
(00:26:00) Corporate Politics rule #6: Choose your fights
(00:27:00) Corporate Politics rule #7: Build allies
(00:27:45) Real Story: The Politics That Led to a Promotion
(00:29:50) Corporate Politics rule #8: Promote yourself (strategically)
(00:33:10) Final Takeaway: Play the Game or Get Played
#CorporatePolitics #WomenInTech #WorkingMoms #CareerGrowth #LeadershipSkills #InfluenceWithoutAuthority #ProductManagement #SaaSMoms #saasymoms
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Working moms in tech: trying to decide between Product Manager (PM) and Product Marketing Manager (PMM)?
In this episode of SaaSy Moms, we break down PM vs PMM responsibilities, where they overlap, what each role owns (roadmap vs go-to-market), and how to choose based on your strengths, personality, and the kind of day-to-day work you want — especially while balancing family life.
Keywords: product manager vs product marketing manager, PM vs PMM, working moms in tech, product management career, product marketing career, go-to-market, sales enablement, roadmap, tech career pivot.
Chapters
(00:00:00) What is this episode about?
(00:01:00) PM vs PMM: What’s the difference (and why people confuse them)
(00:06:00) What PMs own: painful problems, time-to-value, onboarding outcomes
(00:11:00) The overlap: customer understanding + buying decisions + insights
(00:16:00) What PMMs own: positioning, GTM story, and sales enablement
(00:21:00) PM vs PMM KPIs: How to Set Goals and Measure Performance
(00:26:00) “Which role fits me?” How to evaluate a PM vs PMM career match
(00:30:23) PM vs PMM: How Each Role Evaluates a Feature
(00:31:20) PM vs PMM: How Each Role Approaches a Product Launch
(00:32:28) PM vs PMM: Product Category vs Market Category Thinking
(00:36:00) Category & positioning mistakes: why sales struggles when it’s wrong
(00:38:10) If you hate these things, don't be a Product Manager
(00:40:52) If You Hate These Things, Don’t Be a Product Marketing Manager
(00:46:00) Final advice: structure vs ambiguity + what kind of work you’ll thrive in
#pm #pmm #careerswitch #career #workingmom #momintech #careertransition
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AI is transforming product marketing management. In this episode, we get real about what PMMs actually need to stay relevant in 2026:
- how to really use AI (not just talk about it)
- how to scale campaigns without burning out
- how to use AI as your first reviewer
- how to stay responsible when your messaging can be amplified at AI speed.
Then we shift into something deeper: motherhood, daycare, nannies, guilt, and the emotional load of being a mom in tech. We talk about trusting others with your child, why it’s so hard to let go of control, and how to share the load with your partner without sacrificing your career or your sanity.
If you’re a PMM, PM, or tech mom trying to grow your career in an AI world while raising a tiny human—this one will hit close to home.
Chapters:
(00:00:00) Intro – What This Episode Is Really About
(00:00:42) “Is My Career Safe?” PMMs, AI & Job Anxiety
(00:01:42) Why you actually need to use AI as a PMM
(00:04:59) How to turn messy inputs Into clear Messaging With AI
(00:07:42) Briefing AI like a pro: From “Meh” Outputs to Quality
(00:11:44) How to use AI to Multiply Your Content
(00:15:50) Strategic Templates: Turning Your PMM execution Into Repeatable Systems
(00:19:43) AI for managers: “Review This as If You Were Me”
(00:27:46) Reality Checks: When Not to Trust AI’s Answers
(00:31:50) The Future of PMM
(00:35:42) Responsible AI Messaging: overselling or honesty
(00:39:40) Motherhood Confession: Why It’s So Hard to Trust Help With Your Child
(00:43:41) The Invisible Emotional Load of Tech Moms
(00:47:43) Inability to let go and trust others
(00:51:40) Letting Go of Control: Sharing the Load With Your Partner & Playing the Long Game
#ProductMarketing #PMM #AIandPMM #MomsInTech #WorkingMoms #WomenInProduct #SaaSyMoms #TechMoms #advice #tip
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In this episode of SaaSy Moms, Anya and Wendy get brutally honest about what PMs should actually do with AI — and what’s just hype.
They unpack the pressure product managers feel to “learn AI or be replaced,” how interviews are changing, and the real skills PMs need to stay relevant. You’ll hear concrete examples of AI workflows (like automating calendar invites), what’s really involved behind the scenes (data pipelines, APIs, tracking), and why AI features can quietly destroy your COGS if you don’t think about pricing and profitability from day one.
Then the conversation pivots into motherhood: why delegating childcare feels so hard, how to prepare kids emotionally when you travel for work, and the small rituals (notes, drawings, voice messages, clear expectations) that make life softer for both moms and kids.
If you’re a product manager and a mom trying to stay ahead of AI without burning out, this episode will make you feel seen and give you concrete next steps.
Chapters:
(00:00:00) Intro
(00:0049) Honest expectations for Product Managers regarding AI
(00:04:30) "I haven't played with AI" is no longer acceptable for PMs during interview process
(00:09:00) Practical ways PMs can use chat tools in daily work
(00:13:30) The best way to learn AI is designing your own workflow
(00:18:00) Why AI features are not “just a prompt”
(00:22:30) What PMs should watch for when it comes to AI Costs, COGS, and Pricing
(00:27:30) AI will not replace PMs, but it demands better PMs
(00:32:00) Teeing up next week’s product marketing topic
(00:36:30) Mom Guilt & Why Delegating Childcare Feels So Hard
(00:40:30) Practical tips on how to prepare your kids before travelling for work
(00:44:00) Tiny Rituals, Nanny Alignment & Making Mom Guilt Lighter
#ProductManagement #WomenInProduct #TechMoms #AIandPM #WorkingMoms #SaaSyMoms #SaaSPodcast #MomsInTech #advice #tip
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AI isn’t just speeding up marketing — it’s changing what buyers trust, how brands get discovered, and what “good GTM” even means.
In this SaaSy Moms episode with Chae O’Brien, we unpack the biggest marketing trends shaping 2026, including:
How small teams can run mid-market level GTM through AI workflows
Why generative search + citations will change how brands win visibility
The shift from “what can we promote?” to “what can we prove?”
Why trust signals matter more than polished content in the AI era
How campaigns, content, and personalization are being rebuilt (fast)
The emotional reality behind all of it — especially for working moms in tech
If you’re a founder, marketer, PMM, or a solo marketer trying to keep up, this episode is a grounded playbook for what to focus on next.
Chapters:
(00:01:00) Meet Chae: why marketing playbooks are being rewritten
(00:05:00) Budget-friendly GTM: start with your ICP (not channels)
(00:10:00) Trust signals that work when buyers are skeptical of “marketing”
(00:14:00) Marketing trend 2026: “the year of the workflow” for small teams
(00:18:00) Generative search + citations: the new visibility game in 2026
(00:22:00) Brand in the AI era: why AI strips “creative language”
(00:26:00) The big shift: stop promoting — start proving
(00:30:00) Campaigns will change: from 12-week assets to rapid testing loops
(00:34:00) What AI can’t replace: POV, segment nuance, and real differentiation
(00:39:00) Buyer attention is fractured: how decision-making is evolving
(00:43:00) Modeling scenarios + testing signals: using AI without losing strategy
(00:47:00) Working-mom reality: switching modes, guilt, and mental load
(00:52:00) Productivity after kids: urgency, resilience, and redefining “success”
(00:57:00) Closing reflections: marketing, motherhood, and staying human
#ai #workingmom #workingmoms #saasymoms #startup #marketing #gtm #podcast #advice #2026 #trend #marketingtrends #aitrend #scale #mom #parenthood #womenintech #techcareers
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Looking for Christmas gift ideas that moms actually want?
In this episode, we share our Top 10 Christmas Gifts for moms, babies, and kids — focused on practicality, simplicity, and meaning.
Skip the junk. Skip the noise.These gifts truly make everyday life easier.
And of course we talk about women that inspire us, because ... everything is possible in this life!
Chapters:
(00:00:00) Christmas gift ideas for moms, babies & kids – what this episode covers
(00:00:40) Intro: A special SaaSy Moms Christmas gift guide episode
(00:03:40) Celebrating inspiring women and motherhood during the holidays
(00:07:40) Why Christmas shopping feels overwhelming for moms
(00:10:40) Gift ideas #1–2: Practical Christmas gifts for expecting moms
(00:14:40) Gift ideas #3–4: Everyday gifts expecting moms actually use
(00:18:40) Gift idea #5: The most valuable Christmas gift (and it’s free)
(00:20:40) Gift ideas #6–7: Best Christmas gifts for babies (0–12 months)
(00:23:40) Gift idea #8: Best Christmas gift for toddlers (1–2 years old)
(00:26:40) Gift ideas #9–10: Christmas gifts for kids (3–8 years old)
(00:29:40) Final thoughts: How to approach Christmas with less pressure
#podcast #saasymoms #pregnant #christmas #gift #giftideas #workingmom #workingmoms #present #holiday #mom #baby #kid #technology
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Being a working mom today feels like running a marathon that never ends.
In this raw and unfiltered episode, Anya and Wendy open up about the emotional and physical load mothers carry — from sleepless nights and tantrums to guilt, burnout, and the invisible mental checklist that never stops.We talk about the real mental load of motherhood, the exhaustion no one sees, mom guilt, burnout, and the emotional overload that working moms carry every single day.
You’ll hear:
Why “self-care” isn’t enough
How mom-guilt shows up daily
The hidden emotional load behind childcare
Why society is compassionate to everyone except parents
The importance of tag-teaming with partners
Real stories of frustration, grief, judgment, and survival
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or wondered if you’re the only one struggling — this episode will make you feel seen, supported, and understood.
You're not alone.
This is the episode for exhausted moms who feel like they’re running on empty, juggling work, kids, cleaning, daycare, and everything in between.Chapters:
(00:00:00) Intro. What is this episode about?
(00:00:59) The honest reason this episode exists: two exhausted moms hitting their limit
(00:04:00) A ever-ending cycle: work, kids, daycare prep, cleaning, cooking, laundry, activities
(00:07:00) Emotional and Physical exhaustion
(00:11:00) Yoga? Walks? Meditation? Why self-care tips don't really work
(00:14:50) The second you fill your cup ... It empties again!
(00:18:20) Is doing a trip away from your family a good idea?
(00:21:15) Why exhaustion accumulates, not disappears. Sharing of personal stories
Stories of being judged in public when kids cry…(00:39:00) Unfair blame of moms by society. Kids' Brains aren’t even developed yet
(00:45:30) How couples cope differently. Men vs. Women when coping with exhaustion
Normalize the struggle. Lower expectations. Ask for help. Prioritize yourself. Protect your mental health.
#workingmom #MomBurnout #tip #advice #MomsWhoWork #saasymoms #MomSupport #MomsInTech #WomenInTech #CareerAndKids #PodcastForMoms #MorningCommute #WorkdayMotivationForMoms -
In this episode of SaaSy Moms, Anya and Wendy sit down with Ben Somers, co-founder of Recess (https://recess.gg) — the project-based learning platform redefining modern education.
We explore why homeschooling is exploding, how AI is reshaping childhood learning, what schools fail to teach, and why entrepreneurial thinking is now a core life skill.
This conversation is a deep dive into how kids learn, how to prepare them for an AI-driven future, and why traditional schooling is no longer enough.If you're a working mom in tech balancing career, burnout, and raising future-ready kids — this episode is for you.
Chapters:
(00:00:00) Intro: Why We’re Suddenly Thinking About Homeschooling
(21st Episode of SaaSy Moms about AI inspired the homeschooling curiosity)(00:01:50) What Is Homeschooling Today? Not the 1980s Version
Modern homeschooling vs old religious models, rise in popularity(00:03:50) Why 1 in 16 Families Are Now Homeschooling
Status signaling, tech parents, better tools, school trust decline(00:07:50) Policy, ESAs & Why States Are Paying Parents to Homeschool
(00:11:10) Math Gaps: Is this true with homeschooling?
Concerns about math gaps in homeschoolers, tutoring, mastery learning(00:15:34) Becoming Top 1% in Math: Ben’s Exact Formula for homeschooled kids
Beast Academy, Math Academy, spaced repetition, mastery-based learning(00:19:10) Gaps in Soft Skills, Socialization & Reddit Horror Stories
Does homeschooling create socially awkward kids?(00:23:50) Why Bullying Exposure Still Matters
Parents over-protecting → long-term resilience challenges(00:27:50) Does the Legal System Protect Homeschooled Kids?
State-by-state oversight & child protection(00:32:00) Building a “Whole Day” for Your Child: Curriculum, AI Agents & Customization
How Recess automates curriculum creation(00:37:24) AI in Education: How Recess Curates Teachers, Materials & Skill Paths
From NVIDIA engineers to top YouTubers(00:42:00) Cost of Homeschooling: Is It Really $15,000 a Year?
Actual averages and misconceptions(00:45:55) Can a Full-Time Working Mom Actually Homeschool?
The honest answer for dual-career households(00:52:00) Final AMA + AI Ethics in Child Learning Apps
QA, accuracy, and safety in AI-curated curriculum#Parenting #Education #AI #WorkingMoms #Homeschooling #EdTech #MomsInTech #ChildDevelopment #FutureSkills
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What happens when AI experts predict the end of humanity—but working moms in tech see a different future?
In this episode of SaaSy Moms, Anna and Wendy break down Dr. Roman Yampolsky’s appearance on The Diary of a CEO. While the podcast teased “AI job predictions,” it fell flat—so we’re filling in the gaps.
We dig into:
🤖 Narrow AI vs General AI vs Super AI — and why the real risks aren’t what you think.
💡 Why human empathy, creativity, and ethics can’t be replaced by machines...yet.
⚖️ Why AI governance matters more than fearmongering.
👩💻 How working moms (and all professionals) can prepare for the AI era.📈 And most importantly the future of jobs or 5 jobs that will remain in 2030, 2040 and even 2060
If you’re worried about how AI will impact your career—or your kids’ future—this conversation will give you clarity, confidence, and tools to thrive.
🎧 Watch, comment, and join the debate!
Chapters
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:40) What is this episode about?
(00:03:49) SaaSy moms take on the AI Episode from The Diary of a CEO
(00:06:31) Understanding AI: Narrow vs General vs Super AI
(00:10:34) The Current State of AI and Job Security
(00:16:51) Preparing our kids for the Future Job Market
(00:26:44) Job #1
(00:34:07) Job #2
(00:36:08) Job #3
(00:38:34) Job #4
(00:41:01) Job #5
#AI #FutureOfWork #DiaryOfACEO #AISafety #ArtificialIntelligence #WorkingMomsInTech #SaaSyMoms #AIJobs #TechPodcast #WomenInBusiness #Leadership #moms #career #AI #chatgpt #genai #narrowai #diaryofaceo #job -
Today, we all feel the pressure to use AI. It seems like if we don't, we'll lose our edge—and how can you raise AI-oriented kids if you don't lead by example? The pressure is real, but where do you start? How can you use it effectively without getting lost in the noise?
In this episode of SaaSy Moms, Wendy and Anya chime in with real, experience-based advice to help every working mom stay on top of the trend. They'll show you the true value you can get from AI, from work to home, and explain why both ChatGPT and Gemini are far from outdated.
Here's a glimpse of the real-life hacks you'll learn:
👩💻 Workplace Efficiency: Learn how to draft tough emails, summarize meeting notes in seconds, and even act as a professional "coach" to prepare for difficult conversations.
📊 Data Analysis: Discover how AI can help analyze complex spreadsheets to find key trends, and why it's crucial to understand its limitations when it comes to nuance and decision-making.
👶 Mom Hacks: Get a look into how AI can serve as a "sleep consultant" when you're exhausted, plan weekly meals for picky eaters, and create custom worksheets and coloring pages for your kids.
But remember, as they discuss, AI isn't magic. It only works if you know how to guide it and provide the right context. It can never replace a mom's instinct or the leadership skills that make you uniquely valuable.
🎧 Tune in for a real conversation on AI, motherhood, and the future of work for our kids.
Chapters
(00:01:09) AI in the Workplace: Drafting Emails & Tough Conversations
(00:02:12) ChatGPT vs. Gemini
(00:05:36) Automating Work Tasks: Meeting Agendas, Notes & More
(00:07:43) AI for Brainstorming & Presentations
(00:09:50) Why You Can’t Trust AI Blindly
(00:15:34) AI for Data Analysis: Trends vs. True Insights
(00:19:25) AI for Moms: from Sleep Consultant to Emotional Support
(00:23:45) Where AI can’t help
(00:26:17) AI for Mom Life: Meal Planning, Colouring sheets & Trips
(00:33:20) AI Is Reshaping the job market—How Can Parents Future-Proof Their Kids?
#WorkingMoms #AI #ChatGPT #MomLife #WomenInTech #Parenting #SaaS #FutureOfWork #Productivity #MomsInBusiness #career #mom #motherhood #dad #psychology #podcast
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Children don’t need perfect parents. They need connection.
In this episode, parenting coach Todd shares the roadmap every #mom and #dad can use to raise confident, resilient kids: secure attachment, predictable routines, and compassionate discipline. We dive into separation anxiety, morning meltdowns, screen-time struggles, and why staying calm matters more than being “perfect.”
Practical, science-backed, and full of real stories—this episode is your guide to building stronger relationships with your kids while keeping your own sanity.
[00:05:43] Becoming the Alpha Parent
[00:09:43] The 3 Realms for Successful Parenting
[00:15:54] Morning Meltdowns & Separation Anxiety: How to Fix It
[00:26:10] The 5–7 Shift: What Science Reveals About Your Child’s Brain
[00:29:02] Why “Goodbye” Matters: The Power of Bridging Rituals
[00:31:17] Gentle Parenting vs. Authoritarian: Finding the Balance
[00:34:42] Discipline Isn’t Punishment: Raising Kids with Leadership
[00:37:24] Why Kids Lash Out: The Science of Frustration
[00:43:09] The Crying Release: How Tears Build Resilient Kids
[00:52:34] Tech & Kids: What Steve Jobs Knew That Parents Forget
[00:54:10] The Dopamine Trap: Screens vs. Childhood Joy
[00:58:11] Parents’ #1 Struggle: Staying Calm When Kids Push Buttons
[01:04:21] Education Changes Everything: Why Kids “Can’t Just Use Their Words”
[01:07:30] Kids don't need Perfect Parents, they need Connection#stevejobs #Podcast #LifeLessons #ParentingJourney #MentalHealth #ChildDevelopment #FamilyFirst #EmotionalIntelligence #LeadershipAtHome #ParentingWins #ParentingCommunity
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What if your life had a “free plan” — and one day, it got downgraded? In this episode, SaaS experts Anna and Wendy dissect Black Mirror Season 7 Episode 1: “Common People”, through the lens of tech, ethics, and motherhood.
We unpack how the episode mirrors real SaaS monetization, sales psychology, and subscription addiction — and why this future isn’t as fictional as it seems.
Plus: Our SaaSy Struggles segment is packed with mom life chaos — from surviving road trips with toddlers to Disneyland hacks that actually work.
🎯 Whether you're a working mom in tech, a SaaS founder, or just a Black Mirror fan — this one’s for you.
Chapters:
(00:00:27) A Human Life as a Subscription
(00:01:59) Brutal Reality Check: When SaaS Kills
(00:03:27) Future or Satire? The Tech We Can't Escape
(00:04:22) SaaS Is Everywhere—Even in Our Bodies
(00:05:29) The Illusion of Ownership in SaaS
(00:06:59) Freemium Isn’t Free
(00:08:13) Hooked and Locked In
(00:10:13) Sales Psychology Done Right (or Wrong?)
(00:14:59) Selling Without Selling
(00:16:02) Upsell Features or Human Rights?
(00:19:04) Morality vs Monetization
(00:22:07) When the Free Plan Gets Downgraded
(00:25:07) Paying to Escape Engineered Pain
(00:28:17) SaaS Dependency Is Already Here
(00:30:02) Real Talk: Road Tripping with Kids
(00:39:00) Disneyland Hacks and Parenting Pro Tips#BlackMirror #CommonPeople #SaaSFounders #WorkingMoms #TechMoms #MomLifeInTech#SaaSyMoms #WomenInTech #FemaleFounders #SaaSAddiction #SubscriptionLife#ParentingInTech #DisneylandWithKids #MomHacks #TechEthics #FreemiumTrap
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Feeling stuck in middle management? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to stay there.
In this episode of SaaSy Moms, we sit down with executive coach Anna Cosic to unpack the real strategies women (especially moms) can use to break into the C-Suite.
We cover:
Why skills alone aren’t enough—behaviors and habits matter.
How to overcome imposter syndrome & perfectionism.
Building executive presence through confidence and self-awareness.
Navigating the motherhood penalty and setting boundaries at work.
The art of strategic relationship building in male-dominated environments.
Salary negotiation tips that ensure you’re paid what you’re worth.
Anna shares practical, no-fluff advice rooted in real coaching experiences, giving women leaders a roadmap for career advancement without sacrificing personal growth or motherhood.
🎙️ Whether you’re at an inflection point in your career or aiming for the next big role, this conversation will help you step into leadership with clarity and confidence.
Chapters
(00:00:00) Introduction to Empowerment for Women in Management
(00:02:53) Anna's Journey: From Ambition to Executive Coaching
(00:06:08) Overcoming Challenges in Middle Management
(00:09:00) Skills vs. Behaviors: The Path to Executive Presence
(00:11:46) Understanding Executive Presence and Its Importance
(00:14:42) Building Relationships and Networking for Success
(00:17:59) Navigating Company Culture and Expectations
(00:20:45) Setting Boundaries and Managing Workload
(00:24:04) The Role of Confidence in Career Advancement
(00:26:54) Taking Responsibility for Your Career Path
(00:29:42) Statistics and Gender Dynamics in Leadership
(00:36:44) The Demotivating Landscape for Women in the Workplace
(00:39:08) Empowerment and Career Advancement Strategies
(00:40:34) Navigating Salary Conversations and Self-Worth
(00:45:49) The Motherhood Penalty and Career Impact
(00:50:50) Balancing Work and Motherhood: A Type A Perspective
(01:08:53) Final Thoughts and Resources for Aspiring Executives
#women #tech #podcast #career #executive #management #how to stepup
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What happens when a working mom experiences a childcare scare — and decides to build the solution herself? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Sarah Nadimpalli, founder of BookLilli, a SaaS-enabled childcare marketplace on a mission to make vetted, high-trust care accessible for modern families.
Sarah opens up about her path from nurse to researcher to entrepreneur, and how BookLilli grew out of her lived pain as a mom. We explore:🚀 How to validate product-market fit🧸 How to vet nannies and navigate guilt💡 Why the right caregiver can be life-changing💰 How childcare expenses tie into long-term ROI
If you’re a mom trying to balance career ambitions with family, or a founder interested in building trust-based marketplaces, this is the episode for you.
📍 Learn more: BookLilli.com🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share with fellow SaaSy moms!
Chapters:
(00:00:00) Meet the Woman Reinventing Childcare Tech
(00:00:47) How a Nurse Turned a Personal Crisis Into a Startup
(00:02:55) The Hidden Anxiety Every Working Mom Faces
(00:08:33) Moms, Trust Your Gut — It Builds Great Startups
(00:14:50) Cracking Product-Market Fit in Childcare SaaS
(00:20:32) Inside BookLilli: The Matchmaker for Modern Parents(00:23:19) Why BookLilli Is Not ‘Uber for Nannies’
(00:24:09) Behind the App: How Caregiver Booking Really Works
(00:27:01) How to Build Parental Trust Into Your Product
(00:28:11) What Happens When the Nanny Isn’t a Fit?
(00:29:20) Short-Term Care or Full-Time Nanny? Here’s How It Works
(00:32:40) Making Luxury Childcare Surprisingly Affordable
(00:34:00) Pricing Like a Pro
(00:36:00) Launching a Startup City by City — Starting with Dallas
(00:38:00) How to Build Viral Growth Without Paid Ads
(00:44:00) Skip the Panels — Talk to Customers Instead
(00:45:12) Every Founder Needs This One Grounding Voice
(00:46:23) Why Moms Feel Guilty for Asking for Help
(00:47:30) Full-Time Childcare Feels Like a Financial Step Back
(00:48:57) How the Right Nanny Can Change Your Life
(00:50:00) Paid Help Isn’t a Luxury — It’s a Career Investment(00:53:00) When Family Support Isn’t Enough
(00:54:10) Daycare or Nanny? Ask These 5 Questions First
(00:56:00) Hidden Costs of Childcare No One Talks About
(00:57:20) How to Vet a Nanny Like a Pro
(00:59:00) Today’s Moms Are Carrying an Unfair Load - Visa fler
