Made for Mothers: A Podcast For Moms in Business
Mariah Stockman
Welcome to the Made for Mothers Podcast, your go-to source for candid and relatable conversations about motherhood and entrepreneurship. Think of this show as your new mom friend, where we dive into all things marketing, branding, mindset, money, childcare, and growing your business while you navigate your roles as both CEO and Mom.I'm your host, Mariah Stockman, and I wear all the hats, from being a boy mom to serving as a marketing mentor for mothers and running a 6-figure marketing agency. On top of all that, I'm the proud founder of the Made for Mothers Community.This show is all about sharing real stories and practical strategies from fellow mother-run business owners. We’re diving into that pivotal moment in motherhood when we went back to work as a new mom and said, "Ooooh, it's like this now." but here's the catch, we're all there, all the time, no matter what season of motherhood we're in. Facing unexpected challenges like when our kids get sick or the childcare cancels, and moms are PROS at turning 'uh-oh' moments into 'ah-ha' solutions and THAT’s what we’re going to shine a light on.So, what’s my story? Why Made for Mothers? When I became a mom, I discovered firsthand the lack of support for the "I-have-a-new-baby-and need-to-answer-a-million-emails-and-have-no-childcare-and- work-i- still-really-love” situation. I soon realized how resourceful motherhood had made me and this path of serving moms naturally unfolded for me, and i am just so so glad you're here! When I leapt to pivot into mentoring moms I had no idea what it would look like, I had no idea if it would work, but I just knew that this "season" I'm in, the one where my babies come first might be here to stay. I wanted to surround myself with women who are living the beautiful chaos of balancing motherhood and business, who understand that where early nap wake-ups, teething disruptions, and sleepless nights are part of the package... and on top of that, we're passionate and driven and bold and believe that yes, we can do both. If you just said a resounding "YES" tune in, cause you belong here and these are the stories we share. The Made for Mothers Podcast is your space to connect with the real stories, strategies, and insights that bridge the gap between being a mom and a founder. So, grab your headphones, reheat your coffee, and let's go!Connect with me on Instagram @mariahstockmanLearn more about working with me by visiting my website at www.mariahstockman.com
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Jul 28, 2025 • 45min
57. Rural Motherhood and Building Community with a Modern Twist with Shelby Watson-Hampton
What does it look like to raise a toddler on a farm, manage multiple Ag businesses, and find your footing again after a traumatic postpartum experience?Tune into Mariah’s honest conversation with Shelby Watson-Hampton, fourth-generation farmer, writer, Ag leader, and creator of The Farmed Life, to explore the many layers of modern rural motherhood. From redefining what community means to embracing a more grounded rhythm after the birth of her son, Shelby shares her story with vulnerability, humor, and a whole lot of insight.They also talk about what it’s like to become mothers later in life, why the term geriatric pregnancy needs a rebrand, and how our generation is bringing back village-making - not in the traditional sense, but in a way that truly honors who we are as modern mothers and business owners.This episode is for any mama who's doing things differently, who’s building a life outside the box, and who believes community is essential, not optional.In This Episode, You’ll Hear:• Why community (both online and in real life) is essential for moms in business• What rural motherhood actually looks like behind the highlight reel• How Shelby juggles family, farming, and work outside of her vineyard• Her experience with postpartum complications, NICU time, and navigating early motherhood during the formula shortage• The vision behind The Farmed Life and how she’s using her voice to connect and uplift rural women• A conversation about age, ambition, and the layered decisions women face around timing, pregnancy, and careerConnect with Shelby:• Purchase her book: Grace, Grit & Lipstick• Website: thefarmedlife.org• Instagram: @the_farmed_lifeWays to Connect Outside the Podcast Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/
Jul 21, 2025 • 52min
56. You Don’t Have to Do Everything, You Just Have to Do the RIGHT Things With Lauren Tilden
Lauren Tilden, host of the Making Good podcast and a marketing expert, shares her insights on building a values-driven business while balancing motherhood. She emphasizes that doing less can lead to greater business growth and clarifies the distinction between productive and purposeful work. Tilden discusses strategies to overcome feelings of overwhelm, stressing the importance of focusing on fewer, goal-aligned actions. Her practical advice aims to empower mothers to prioritize what truly matters in both their business and personal lives.
Jul 14, 2025 • 52min
55. Chelsea Petersen of Modern Agent Social Club Talks Motherhood, Money, and Legacy
Can we talk about what it really takes to build a business, raise babies, and leave a legacy without losing ourselves in the process?In this raw and relatable conversation, Mariah sits down with Chelsea Petersen, founder of the Modern Agent Social Club, to dive into the messy, magical intersection of motherhood, money, and legacy. From navigating identity shifts to scaling a 1,000+ member community, Chelsea opens up about how becoming a mom sharpened her focus and redefined her ambition.This episode is packed with wisdom for every CEO mama who is building something that lasts not just in the bank account, but in the hearts and lives of her family.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:Why motherhood doesn’t dilute ambition — it deepens itHow to build a business that supports your life, not runs itWhat it really takes to scale a membership while raising toddlersLetting go of “launching” and choosing aligned strategies insteadRedefining wealth and legacy as a modern momNavigating identity loss and reclaiming power in postpartum seasonsWays to Connect Outside the Podcast Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/
Jul 7, 2025 • 15min
54. We're Having a Baby: Pregnancy + Leadership
In this solo episode of Made for Mother’s Podcast, Mariah opens up about her second pregnancy and how it's reshaping the way she leads herself, her business, and her community. From navigating burnout during her first pregnancy to leading with calm confidence today, this episode is filled with insights every mom in business needs to hear.This isn’t just a pregnancy announcement. It’s a heartfelt and honest reflection on what it means to lead with intention while growing your family and your legacy.In This Episode, You'll LearnHow Mariah’s second pregnancy transformed her mindset as a CEO and momWhy slowing down can be the most powerful leadership moveThe surprising way pregnancy helped her refine her business visionThe importance of creating a business that supports your life, not the other way aroundHow to get clarity on your purpose without adding more to your plateWhat it really means to lead with both ambition and motherhoodWays to Connect Outside the Podcast Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/
Jun 16, 2025 • 54min
53. Should You Start a Podcast as a Mom in Business? How to Grow, Monetize & Make Real Connections with Alesia Galati
If you’ve ever dreamed about starting a podcast or are wondering how to get your current one to actually work for your business this episode is for you. Mariah sits down with Alesia Galati, founder of Galati Media, a full-service podcast management agency dedicated to helping impact-driven entrepreneurs create connection, community, and cashflow through their shows.Alesia shares her real-life journey from working in manufacturing to launching her own podcast agency, all while raising two kids and navigating business with heart. She and Mariah talk about how podcasting builds deeper trust than social media, how to strategically use your podcast to generate leads, and why consistency (not downloads!) is the real secret to success.This one is packed with strategy, stories, and so many mic-drop moments for moms ready to amplify their voice and vision.On Today’s Episode, You’ll Learn:How Alesia went from wine-mom blogging to building a 6-figure podcast agencyThe power of podcasting as a lead gen and community-building toolWhy you don’t need 10K downloads to have a profitable showHow to launch a limited series podcast and avoid burnoutCreative ways to monetize your podcast without sponsorshipsThe 3 C’s Alesia looks for in every guest: Connector, Collaborator, or ClientWhy podcasting gives you a longer content shelf life than social mediaConnect with Alesia:Website: helpmypod.comInstagram: @galatimediaBook A CallWays to Connect Outside the Podcast Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/
Jun 9, 2025 • 48min
52. From Nanny to CEO: Building a Boutique Agency with Tiffany Green
In this inspiring episode of Made for Mothers, Mariah Stockman sits down with Tiffany Green, CEO, founder, and former professional nanny behind Nou Nou Nanny, a boutique nanny placement agency in the D.C. metro area. Tiffany shares her incredible journey from nannying during college to launching her own thriving business that serves high-achieving families with white-glove childcare solutions.Together, they explore what it takes to step into your CEO power as a mom, the real behind-the-scenes work of being a household staffing matchmaker, and why childcare isn’t just a personal choice, it’s a business decision. This conversation is a love letter to every mom juggling nap schedules, inboxes, and big dreams.Whether you're a mother building during nap time or scaling with a team of support, this episode will leave you feeling seen, encouraged, and fired up.What You'll Hear:How Tiffany turned her college nannying hustle into a polished agencyWhy childcare is the greatest ROI in a mother-owned businessThe mindset shifts Tiffany made to own her worth and raise her ratesLessons learned from being both the caregiver and the CEOThe unseen emotional labor of helping families learn how to be a familyReal talk on pricing, boundaries, burnout, and building in seasonsConnect with Tiffany:Website: https://www.nounou-nanny.com Instagram: @ nounou_nannyWays to Connect Outside the Podcast Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/
Jun 2, 2025 • 42min
51. Why Trademarking is an Act of Believing in Yourself with Berkeley Sweetapple
In this episode of Made for Mothers, Mariah chats with business and trademark attorney Berkeley Sweetapple, who helps women entrepreneurs protect their work with proactive, accessible legal support. Berkeley shares how legal tools like trademarks, contracts, and copyrights are actually about claiming ownership, building confidence, and setting your business up for longevity.They talk about what makes trademarks so powerful, why contracts aren’t just boring paperwork, and how protecting your ideas is an act of self-respect and belief in your vision. They also get personal: from postpartum lawsuits to the reality of growing a business while raising kids (including twin toddlers!), this is a rich conversation full of empowering takeaways for any mompreneur.On Today’s Episode:When to trademark your business or offer nameThe difference between trademarks and copyrightsCommon legal mistakes and horror storiesContracts every business owner needsHow legal protection can boost your confidenceWhat to consider before sharing a new idea publiclyConnect with Berkeley:Instagram: @berkleysweetappleWebsite + Template Shop: berkeleysweetapple.comWays to Connect Outside the Podcast Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/
May 26, 2025 • 16min
50. The Six Lessons That Built This Podcast - And Made for Mothers
This week marks a major milestone, Episode 50 of the Made for Mothers podcast! In this special solo episode, Mariah reflects on the journey so far and the powerful lessons she's learned from 50 conversations with powerhouse mothers and CEOs. If you’re a mom building something meaningful, these truths will feel like a permission slip and a power boost.Mariah unpacks six core takeaways that keep rising to the surface across every conversation from confidence and community to boundaries and ownership. Whether you’ve been here since day one or this is your first listen, this episode is full of clarity, heart, and the kind of insight that will light a fire under your leadership and motherhood.In this episode, Mariah shares:Why visibility follows ownership (and how to show up with clarity, not just volume)The shift from performing leadership to relational leadershipWhy boundaries aren’t barriers—they’re business strategyHow community isn’t just support it’s your most powerful growth strategyWhy inner work is the real work (and how business is always a mirror)The power of proximity and contagious confidence in your circleWays to Connect Outside the Podcast Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/
May 20, 2025 • 45min
49. The Radical Self-Care of Home Design with Jess of The Styled Domicile
In this vibrant and heartfelt episode, Mariah sits down with interior designer and creative powerhouse Jess of The Styled Domicile, whose mission is to help women turn their homes into personal sanctuaries that are just as bold, quirky, and layered as they are. Jess shares her journey from social work to full-time design, how psychology and storytelling influence her work, and why interior design is the most underrated form of self-care.Together, they explore the intersection of motherhood, mental health, and home design and what it means to create a space that truly reflects who you are right now, not who you think you should be.Whether you’re ready to paint your walls pink, hang wallpaper with swimming French ladies (👀), or simply carve out a corner that feels more like you this conversation is your permission slip.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why Jess calls design a radical act of self-careHow she uses storytelling, psychology, and personal history to shape design projectsWhat to do if your home feels blah and you don’t know where to startWhy function and fun should live together in every roomHow to stop designing for “someday” and start creating a home that delights you nowConnect with Jess:Instagram: @thestyleddomicileWebsite:thestyleddomicile.comWays to Connect Outside the Podcast Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/
May 12, 2025 • 52min
48. Claim It, Mama: How Personal Branding Builds Confidence and Cashflow with Kelsey Hogan
This episode is for every mama who's ever wondered if she can really build a business while raising babies and the answer is a bold YES. Mariah sits down with Kelsey Hogan, founder and CEO of Small Batch Social, mom of two, PR girl turned personal branding mentor, and unapologetic hype woman for ambitious moms. Together, they talk about building magnetic brands, pivoting with purpose, showing up authentically online (even in your Target parking lot), and why your journey—no matter how messy or nonlinear—is your greatest marketing asset.If you're building a personal brand, stuck in the content hamster wheel, or doubting whether you’re "too late" to make real money doing what you love—this conversation will speak straight to your heart and light a fire in your laptop bag.In this episode, you'll hear:How Kelsey went from PR agency life to infertility blogger to six-figure social CEOWhat it really means to “claim it” when it comes to personal brandingHow to pull magnetic content straight from your own life (messy mom bun included)The truth about building a brand as a multi-passionate mom (yes, you can do it all)The platforms and tools Kelsey swears by for CEO moms in 2025 (hint: start with Flodesk and Canva Pro)Why telling your story is the most underrated marketing strategyTangible advice for moms stuck in content overwhelm, imposter syndrome, or comparison trapsConnect with Kelsey: Instagram: @itskels_life Website: smallbatchsocialco.comWays to Connect Outside the Podcast Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/
