In this solo episode, Emily gets honest about that one dream role—the one she hasn’t booked yet, but still believes is out there. She dives into what the role is, why it matters so much, and how becoming a mom has shifted the vision.

From industry detours to internal doubts, she shares the quiet truths many actor-moms carry—and how claiming a dream out loud is sometimes the boldest move of all.

This episode is your permission slip to name what you want, unapologetically. Because it’s never too late, and you’re never too far behind.

✨ In This Episode:

• What Emily’s dream role actually is—and what it says about her

• Why she stayed quiet about it for so long

• How motherhood deepened her creative vision

• Limiting beliefs she’s still working through

• What it means to claim a dream while also juggling motherhood

• An invitation to listeners to share their dream roles, too

  
  

What’s the dream role you’re still holding onto? DM us or share it in your IG Stories and tag @mommywoodpodcast—we want to manifest with you. ✨

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In this solo episode, Emily gets personal about something so many moms in entertainment rarely say out loud: “I didn’t know who I was anymore.” From sleepless nights to missing auditions, feeling disconnected from your creativity to not recognizing yourself in the mirror, she dives into the blurry, beautiful, and bumpy path of rediscovering your identity after having a baby.

Emily shares the real story of how becoming a mom shook—and ultimately reshaped—her sense of self as a woman and actor. She talks about what helped her feel like herself again, how motherhood has changed her work, and why reclaiming your identity is not a return to the past but an evolution.

Whether you’re deep in the baby years, pregnant and panicked, or years out and still figuring it out—this one’s for you.

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🔥 In This Episode:

• When the identity shift really hit

• The grief and beauty of letting go of your “before” self

• What surprised her about the timeline of “coming back”

• How creativity shifted post-baby

• The small things that made her feel like Emily again

• Words of encouragement to any mom feeling invisible right now

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This week on Mommywood, it's just the two of us—Emily and Cecilia—pulling back the curtain and catching up on all the beautiful chaos of working mom life. No guests, no filters, just real talk. We’re diving into everything from preschool drop-offs and career curveballs to late-night edits and early-morning tantrums (from us or the kids? You decide).

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing it all and somehow still missing something, this one’s for you. It’s raw, funny, and just a little messy—like motherhood itself.

Takeaways

Life can get busy, and scheduling can be challenging.

Finding time for self-care is essential for parents.

Schooling choices can be overwhelming for parents.

Community support plays a crucial role in parenting.

Balancing work and family life requires constant adjustment.

Children's school experiences can greatly impact family dynamics.

Sharing parenting experiences can help alleviate feelings of isolation.

The importance of having a support system in parenting.

Future aspirations can evolve as children grow older.

Engaging with guests can provide new insights into motherhood. Motherhood is often described as the hardest job.

Celebrity parents face unique challenges in balancing work and family.

Family planning discussions can be complex and emotional.

The pressure to have multiple children varies among parents.

Every parent's threshold for managing children is different.

Creating a loving environment is a key parenting win.

Apologizing to children after losing patience is important.

Parents often feel guilty about their parenting choices.

The importance of communication with children about feelings.

Celebrating the unique qualities of our children is essential.

Chapters

00:00 Reconnecting After Time Apart

03:00 Navigating Parenting and Work Life

05:59 Schooling Decisions and Experiences

11:56 The Impact of Community and Support

15:10 Future Aspirations and Guest Ideas

20:14 The Reality of Motherhood

23:45 Family Planning Conversations

26:02 The Pressure of Parenting

30:32 Wins and Fails in Parenting

41:05 Celebrating Our Kids