In today’s episode, we’re tackling something so many moms (myself included) do without even realizing it: apologizing for existing. Whether you’ve caught yourself whispering sorry while calming your screaming toddler, taking too long in line, or just daring to exist loudly in a world that tells moms to stay small — this one’s for you.

I’ll share a powerful story about a mama I met in a mall bathroom, the gentle lesson she didn’t even know she taught me, and the ways we can all stop shrinking ourselves just to make others comfortable.

We’re here to take up space — unapologetically.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✨ Why moms feel conditioned to apologize for taking up space
✨ How to pause before saying “sorry” and ask: am I really doing something wrong?
✨ Small mindset shifts to replace apologies with gratitude and confidence
✨ How to model unapologetic presence for your kids
✨ Why we need to support and uplift each other in small, everyday ways

Plus — I’ll tell you about the simple stroller hack I shared with a stranger that made her day (and can make yours too).

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59. Sorry For Existing? Why Moms Apologize For Taking Up Space