Summary
In this episode of Mommywood, host Emily sits down with Rachel Rosenbloom, an actor and new mom, to discuss the challenges and joys of balancing motherhood with a creative career. They explore Rachel's journey into motherhood, the adjustments she faced, and the support she found in her community. The conversation touches on the realities of pregnancy, returning to work, and the surprises of motherhood, all while emphasizing the importance of asking for help and relying on friends.
Takeaways
Rachel shares her experience of balancing motherhood and a creative career.
The importance of community support for new parents is highlighted.
Rachel discusses the challenges of pregnancy while working in the entertainment industry.
The conversation emphasizes the need for open communication with partners about parenting.
Rachel reflects on the surprises of motherhood, including the logistics of caring for a baby.
The significance of finding confidence as a new mom is explored.
Rachel encourages new moms to ask for help and rely on their friends.
The episode discusses the emotional journey of returning to work after having a baby.
Rachel shares her hopes for her daughter's memories of laughter and joy.
The conversation concludes with advice for new actor moms navigating their careers.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Mommy Wood and Rachel Rosenblum
01:28 Balancing Motherhood and a Creative Career
07:47 The Journey to Motherhood: Decisions and Challenges
13:29 Navigating Pregnancy and Work
21:12 Returning to Work After Baby
29:02 The Surprises of Motherhood
35:38 Finding Confidence as a New Mom
42:39 Advice for New Actor Moms
56:12 Closing Thoughts and Community Support