This week on The Mom Salon, we had such a fascinating conversation with the founder of ConceiveAbilities, Nazca Fontes.

We talked about the world of surrogacy and egg donation, what it really takes to build a family in ways that look different from what we traditionally imagine, and the deeply personal stories behind the people who choose these paths.

Nazca also shared what it was like to build ConceiveAbilities from the ground up and what she’s learned after decades of helping people become parents.

It was one of those conversations that opened our eyes to a world we don’t talk about nearly enough. We hope you love this one as much as we did.

WE’RE BACK! After taking a little break since May, Leah and I are finally back at the mic for a much-needed catch-up and a LOT has happened since our last episode.

Leah is pregnant!!! 🤰🏼 We’re talking all about this new chapter, including the reality of feeling depressed during pregnancy, plus back-to-school chaos, kids’ schedules, getting back into routines, and all the little things that have been filling our days lately. Basically, two moms sitting down and catching each other (and you) up on life as it actually is.

The Mom Salon is back, and it feels really good to be here. 🫶🏼

A bit late with our final episode of our Mother's Day series because life got in the way but we went out with a bang with a special guest. We sit down with Emily Ritzer, the creator behind the Calm Minded Mom Instagram community. Emily is a mom of three, entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for helping mothers navigate life's challenges with confidence and clarity.

During our conversation, Emily opens up about her deeply personal journey through marriage, divorce, and the difficult decision-making process that led her to choose a new path for herself and her family. With honesty and vulnerability, she shares the realities of what it looked like to reach that decision, the emotions that came with it, and the challenges she faced along the way.

More importantly, Emily offers a hopeful perspective on what comes after. She discusses the healing process, rediscovering her identity, and rebuilding her life as a single mom and business owner. Her story is a powerful reminder that while major life transitions can be incredibly difficult, they can also create space for growth, self-discovery, and new beginnings.

Emily's refreshing honesty and wisdom will resonate with any mom who has ever felt stuck, uncertain, or questioned what comes next. This conversation is filled with compassion, encouragement, and real-life insights for women navigating change and searching for a path forward.

Join us for an inspiring and heartfelt discussion about resilience, healing, motherhood, and finding yourself again.