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Join host Elsa in this captivating episode of It's a Circus Podcast as she talks with Jessica Cummings, the founder of Augment Your Business and COO of Revel CPA. Jessica delves into her unique approach to parenting, balancing a high-powered career, and living through extraordinary experiences such as living abroad and navigating motherhood during the pandemic. Jessica shares invaluable insights on the importance of community, advocating for oneself, and making personal choices that benefit her family's well-being. Listen as she opens up about the trials of miscarriage, the joy of travel, and her commitment to creating a life filled with purpose and adventure.

00:00 Introduction and Host's Message

01:06 Guest Introduction: Meet Jessica Cummings

02:11 Jessica's Family and Parenting Journey

04:47 Deciding to Start a Family

05:58 Life in Mexico and the COVID-19 Pandemic

10:05 Moving to Boston and Adjusting to Parenthood

17:17 Finding Community and Moving to Baltimore

19:45 Birth Plans and Experiences

24:36 Balancing Career and Motherhood

29:17 Challenges of Finding Childcare

33:52 Deciding on a Second Child

38:25 Miscarriage and Coping with Loss

42:06 Pregnancy and Life in Mexico

56:58 Deciding on the Epidural

58:46 Unexpected Labor and Delivery

59:59 Reflecting on the Birth Experience

01:02:20 Plans for More Children?

01:03:49 Moving Back to Baltimore

01:08:09 Traveling with Kids

01:15:15 Balancing Career and Family

01:19:47 The Importance of Community

01:48:51 Therapy and Self-Care

01:52:02 Parenting Insights and Reflections

Find her on her LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicacummingspmp/

And on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/mindfuljesstravels/

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