The Tightrope: Balancing Career, Motherhood, and Everything In Between

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Jess Feldt and Daniella Cornue

9 episodes

6 months ago

Send us a text What if you could turn the chaos of summer travel with kids into a fun, memorable adventure? Join us on the Tightrope as we celebrate the start of summer and the joy of balancing career, motherhood, and everything in between. Hosts Daniella Cornue and Jess Feldt share their personal stories and practical tips on planning the perfect family vacation. From scheduling dedicated planning lunches with your partner to incorporating educational activities that broaden your child's hor...

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Episodes (9/9)

The Tightrope: Balancing Career, Motherhood, and Everything In Between

Thriving during Travel with Kids

1 year ago

41 minutes

The Tightrope: Balancing Career, Motherhood, and Everything In Between

Navigating the Silent Struggles of Fertility and Finding Resilience in Motherhood

Send us a text This episode is the most personal we've ever recorded. We often talk about motherhood as if it starts with a baby. Our motherhood journeys actually begin much, much earlier. In this episode, Daniella shares her personal fertility journey, from miscarriage to baby to infertility. Together, we cover all the emotions of fertility challenges, from the weight of decision-making to the rollercoaster that is trying to conceive, all while navigating work and your career at the same tim...

1 year ago

48 minutes

The Tightrope: Balancing Career, Motherhood, and Everything In Between

Conquering Coworker Guilt

Send us a text Have you ever grappled with the guilt of not living up to your pre-parental work persona? Join Jess Feldt and Daniella Cornue, as we peel back the layers of coworker guilt that many working parents face. Our heart-to-heart on The Tightrope delves into the complex emotions of striving to succeed both at the office and at home. We tackle this emotional tug-of-war—sharing stories, insights, and a generous helping of self-compassion—to guide you through reshaping your identity in t...

1 year ago

37 minutes

The Tightrope: Balancing Career, Motherhood, and Everything In Between

Parental Burnout Cannot Be the New Normal

Send us a text The juggle is real, and this episode is all about confronting the chronic stress that's silently plaguing working parents: Parental Burnout. We're sharing our own tales from the trenches, reflecting on the intensity of trying to be everywhere for everyone, and the personal journeys that follow when we realize something's got to give. As we dissect the World Health Organization's criteria for burnout, it's an eye-opener to see just how deeply this condition can affect our lives...

1 year ago

40 minutes

The Tightrope: Balancing Career, Motherhood, and Everything In Between

Where's My Village???

Send us a text Ever pondered the profound truth within the African proverb "It takes a village to raise a child"? Join co-hosts Jess Feldt and Daniella Cornue as we unravel this concept, highlighting the collective responsibility we hold in fostering the future generation. Our chat goes beyond the surface, addressing the pressures that working moms face in American society's individualistic climate. Through our personal journeys, we peel back the layers on how societal expectations can hinder...

1 year ago

28 minutes

The Tightrope: Balancing Career, Motherhood, and Everything In Between

Modern Fatherhood: Part 2 - Expectations of Fatherhood Today

Send us a text What does it mean to be a father in today's ever-evolving world? This is the question we tackle in our latest podcast episode as we journey through the intricate tapestry of modern fatherhood. Guiding us on this exploration, we have three extraordinary fathers – Ryan, Jorge, and Nate – each bringing a unique perspective to the table. Through their personal anecdotes and reflections, we dive into the fascinating changes fatherhood has undergone over the years, from traditional f...

1 year ago

54 minutes

The Tightrope: Balancing Career, Motherhood, and Everything In Between

Modern Fatherhood: Part 1 - The Newborn Phase

Send us a text In this episode, Daniella and Jess invite their favorite fathers to share their experiences as working parents. The conversation revolves around the need for equity in the household and the workplace, as well as the lack of support systems for fathers. The guests introduce themselves and reflect on their "oh shit" moments when they first realized they were dads. This episode sets the stage for a two-part series on modern fatherhood and the expectations fathers face today compar...

1 year ago

47 minutes

The Tightrope: Balancing Career, Motherhood, and Everything In Between

Parenting Equity: A Solution for Workplace Gender Equity?

Send us a text In this episode of The Tightrope, hosts Daniella Cornue and Jess Feldt discuss the concept of parenting equity and its potential impact on workplace gender equity. They explore the roles of mothers and fathers in caregiving responsibilities and the idea of the "default parent" who often carries the mental load of parenting. The hosts share personal stories and experiences to illustrate the challenges and importance of finding understanding and agreement between partners. Tune i...

2 years ago

39 minutes

The Tightrope: Balancing Career, Motherhood, and Everything In Between

Breaking the Mold: Non-Traditional Working Motherhood

Send us a text In the first-ever episode of "The Tightrope - Balancing Career, Motherhood, and Everything In Between" hosts Daniella Cornue and Jess Feldt discuss the evolution of working motherhood. They reference a New York Times article from 1988 that proclaimed working moms as the norm, highlighting the ongoing challenges and expectations placed on working mothers. The hosts delve into their personal experiences and perceptions of traditional and non-traditional working motherhood, explor...

2 years ago

40 minutes