In this emotional solo episode, Emily explores her internal struggle about whether to have another child. She reflects on her contentment with her current family, the financial implications of expanding, and the emotional weight of her decision. Throughout the conversation, she shares her fears, hopes, and the societal pressures she feels, ultimately seeking peace with the uncertainty of her future family dynamics.TakeawaysEmily grapples with the decision of having another child.She feels a push and pull between contentment and curiosity.Financial implications weigh heavily on her decision.Living in LA adds to the financial stress of having another child.Emily expresses guilt about potentially not giving her daughter a sibling.She worries about her ability to be a good mom to two children.The emotional toll of the decision is significant for her.She acknowledges the societal pressures surrounding motherhood.Emily reflects on her own childhood and sibling dynamics.Ultimately, she seeks peace with the uncertainty of her decision.Chapters00:00 The Dilemma of Expanding the Family08:32 Financial and Logistical Considerations11:54 Emotional and Psychological Factors19:24 Finding Peace with Uncertainty
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Side Hustles that Saved Me
In this episode, Emily discusses the often unspoken reality of survival jobs and side hustles that many actors, including herself, take on to support their artistic pursuits. She emphasizes the importance of flexibility in these roles, especially for parents balancing work and family life. Emily shares her personal experiences with various jobs, including babysitting and teaching, and reflects on how these roles have shaped her as an actor and a parent. She encourages listeners to embrace their side jobs without shame and to find joy in their hustle while pursuing their passions.TAKE AWAYSSurvival jobs are essential for many actors to pay the bills.Flexibility in work is crucial for balancing parenting and acting.There should be no shame in having a side job.Teaching and working with kids can be fulfilling for actors.The emotional journey of being a parent impacts acting.It's important to pursue passions alongside day jobs.Finding joy in side hustles can enhance creativity.Transparency about financial struggles in acting is needed.Actors can have multiple sources of income without compromising their art.The stigma around side jobs in the acting community needs to be addressed.00:00 The Reality of Survival Jobs12:01 Balancing Act: Parenting and Acting20:37 Embracing the Hustle: No Shame in Side Jobs
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What's You Dream Role? Let's Manifest!
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 herWhy she stayed quiet about it for so longHow motherhood deepened her creative visionLimiting beliefs she’s still working throughWhat it means to claim a dream while also juggling motherhoodAn invitation to listeners to share their dream roles, tooWhat’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. ✨✨ In This Episode:📲 Join the Conversation:
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Reclaiming My Identity After Baby
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.⸻🔥 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⸻📲 Connect with us:Follow @mommywoodpodcast on Instagram for behind-the-scenes, reels, and updates.Leave us a review if this episode made you feel seen—we read every single one!
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Life Check & Real Talk: Catching Up with Emily & Cecilia
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.TakeawaysLife 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.Chapters00:00 Reconnecting After Time Apart03:00 Navigating Parenting and Work Life05:59 Schooling Decisions and Experiences11:56 The Impact of Community and Support15:10 Future Aspirations and Guest Ideas20:14 The Reality of Motherhood23:45 Family Planning Conversations26:02 The Pressure of Parenting30:32 Wins and Fails in Parenting41:05 Celebrating Our Kids
Welcome to Mommywood, an unfiltered journey through the highs and lows of balancing Hollywood dreams with the realities of motherhood. Join our candid conversations about the joys, struggles and sacrifices of being a working mom in Hollywood.
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