Ep 50: I Hired a House Manager: The Best Investment I've Made as a Working Mom

Ep 50: I Hired a House Manager: The Best Investment I've Made as a Working Mom

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2534688/fan_mail/new] Can you really "have it all"... or do you just need a bigger village? In this solo episode of Who Let Me Do This?, I'm pulling back the curtain on one of the best investments our family has ever made: hiring a house manager. If you've been wondering: *  What is a house manager?  *  How is it different from a nanny or personal assistant?  *  What does a house manager actually do?  *  How much help is "too much"?  *  Is it worth the money?  ...I'm answering all of it. I share exactly how we found our house manager, what tasks she handles each week, how much she's changed our daily lives, and why this decision wasn't about "doing less"—it was about creating more time for what actually matters. But this episode goes much deeper than household help. I also open up about the overwhelming guilt so many ambitious working moms carry, the impossible expectation that we're supposed to do it all ourselves, and the emotional moment that reminded me why none of us were ever meant to raise families without a village. Whether your village is family, friends, childcare, cleaning services, grocery delivery, or a house manager, this conversation is about giving yourself permission to build the support system your family actually needs—not the one society tells you you should have. If you've ever felt like you're failing because you can't do everything yourself, this episode is for you.  If you vibed with this episode, here’s how you can keep the chaos going:  * Hit Follow so new episodes show up without you having to remember (because who has the brain space?) * Share it with your favorite boss bestie so they know they’re not alone 🍷 * Leave a rating & review — it’s basically the podcast version of a compliment, and you know I live for those 💕 * Pop by instagram @saideegrimley or tiktok @wholetmedothispod and tell me what no ones saying out loud as a high achieving working mom

Ep 49: Perimenopause, Chore (fore)Play, and Why Your Hormones Are Running Your Calendar with Dr. Tiffany Ruder

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2534688/fan_mail/new] If you've ever felt like your energy, mood, and motivation change week to week — they do, and there's a reason.  This week I'm joined by Tiffany Ruder, perimenopause pharmacist and hormone health coach (@optimizeherpharmacist), and she is changing the way I think about my body, my cycle, and my marriage. We get into everything: what perimenopause actually is (and why it starts earlier than you think), how to use your cycle to schedule your biggest career moves, why your libido has everything to do with your to-do list, and the term "chore play" that I will be using for the rest of my life. If you're a working mom in your 30s or 40s who has ever wondered why some weeks you feel unstoppable and other weeks you can barely function — this episode is for you. And if you are catching this before June 29th, 2026 -  Click below to join Tiffanys FREE Masterclass: Normal Labs. No Energy. Now What? [https://tiffanyruder.myflodesk.com/masterclass] In this episode: * What perimenopause actually is and when it starts * Cycle syncing: how to schedule your biggest asks, meetings, and creative work around your hormones * Chore play — why taking something off her list gets you on her list * The invisible labor connection to libido (yes, really) * The saguaro cactus and the most beautiful metaphor for a woman's growth I've ever heard Connect with Tiffany: @optimizeherpharmacist  If you vibed with this episode, here’s how you can keep the chaos going:  * Hit Follow so new episodes show up without you having to remember (because who has the brain space?) * Share it with your favorite boss bestie so they know they’re not alone 🍷 * Leave a rating & review — it’s basically the podcast version of a compliment, and you know I live for those 💕 * Pop by instagram @saideegrimley or tiktok @wholetmedothispod and tell me what no ones saying out loud as a high achieving working mom

Ep 48: Boomer Mom's Kristen Knutson on Motherhood, Entrepreneurship, and Finding Your Voice

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2534688/fan_mail/new] This week on Who Let Me Do This, Saidee sits down with Kristen Knutson—better known as Boomer Mom (@callmekristenmarie)—to discuss her journey from corporate professional to full-time content creator, comedian and entrepreneur. Known for her viral Boomer Mom sketches that hilariously capture the relationship between millennials and their parents (boomers), Kristen shares the story behind the brand, her unexpected talent discovered during the depth of premie babies, and why she believes she found her voice during one of the most challenging seasons of her life. Together, Saidee and Kristen explore motherhood, parenting in the age of social media, career transitions, entrepreneurship, identity shifts, building a support system, and what it really takes to be a modern mother in todays world. In this episode, you'll learn: • How Kristen built the Boomer Mom brand • The realities of becoming a full-time content creator • Lessons from motherhood and raising young children • How preemie parenthood shaped her journey • Why finding your voice often comes through difficult experiences • The importance of community, friendship, and building a village • Navigating career changes and entrepreneurship in your 30s Whether you're a parent, entrepreneur, creator, or someone figuring out your next chapter, this conversation is filled with humor, honesty, and practical insights about building a life that's true to who you are. Connect with Kristen: Instagram/Tiktok: @callmekristenmarie Follow Who Let Me Do This for more conversations about careers, identity, motherhood, and the unexpected paths that shape our lives.  If you vibed with this episode, here’s how you can keep the chaos going:  * Hit Follow so new episodes show up without you having to remember (because who has the brain space?) * Share it with your favorite boss bestie so they know they’re not alone 🍷 * Leave a rating & review — it’s basically the podcast version of a compliment, and you know I live for those 💕 * Pop by instagram @saideegrimley or tiktok @wholetmedothispod and tell me what no ones saying out loud as a high achieving working mom

Ep 47: Top Female Loan Officer, IVF, Mom Guilt & Building a Village | Allison Larson on Career Success & Motherhood

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2534688/fan_mail/new] Can you build a successful career, raise four kids, navigate IVF, and still feel like yourself? In this episode of Who Let Me Do This?, I sit down with Allison Larson, one of Minnesota's top loan officers, a business leader, speaker, entrepreneur, and mom of four, to talk about the realities of working motherhood, infertility, ambition, and building a life you're proud of. Allison shares how she started her mortgage career while still in college, grew into a nationally recognized leader in the mortgage industry, and now coaches other professionals while raising a blended family. We also dive into her fertility journey, including IVF, miscarriage, pregnancy after infertility, and the unexpected surprise of having two babies just over a year apart. But this conversation goes far beyond careers and motherhood. We talk honestly about mom guilt, the isolation many mothers experience, finding your village, maintaining your marriage, asking for help, and why success looks different in every season of life. If you're a working mom, entrepreneur, business leader, or woman trying to balance career growth with family life, this episode is for you. Topics We Cover: • Working motherhood and career growth  • IVF, infertility, miscarriage, and fertility treatments  • Building a successful mortgage business  • Leadership, coaching, and entrepreneurship  • Blended families and step-parenting  • Mom guilt and maternal identity  • Marriage, parenting, and family life  • Building your village and support system  • Ambition, success, and personal fulfillment  • Raising young children while growing a career  If you vibed with this episode, here’s how you can keep the chaos going:  * Hit Follow so new episodes show up without you having to remember (because who has the brain space?) * Share it with your favorite boss bestie so they know they’re not alone 🍷 * Leave a rating & review — it’s basically the podcast version of a compliment, and you know I live for those 💕 * Pop by instagram @saideegrimley or tiktok @wholetmedothispod and tell me what no ones saying out loud as a high achieving working mom

Ep 46: Moving With Kids, Working Full-Time & Building Your Dream Life Without Losing Your Mind

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2534688/fan_mail/new] Moving with three young kids, two full-time careers, packed schedules, and a whole lot of ambition? Saidee is breaking down exactly how her family moved into their dream home while trying to keep life, work, and motherhood from completely unraveling. In this episode of Who Let Me Do This, Saidee shares the real behind-the-scenes of moving as a working mom: hiring packers and movers, building a “moving village,” decluttering before the move, what went wrong, what was worth every penny, and the things she wishes she had planned for sooner. From patting dry with an old college tshirt and wire transfer panic to learning how to accept help and make space for rest, this episode is part moving checklist, part motherhood pep talk, and part reminder that building your dream life does not mean doing it all alone. Perfect for working moms, ambitious women, families moving with kids, or anyone trying to create a more functional life with less chaos. If you're moving soon or just moved - or just have a ton of shit cause...kids. Make sure you check out Kristyn [@sorted_mpls] who literally saved my sanity heading into this move.   If you vibed with this episode, here’s how you can keep the chaos going:  * Hit Follow so new episodes show up without you having to remember (because who has the brain space?) * Share it with your favorite boss bestie so they know they’re not alone 🍷 * Leave a rating & review — it’s basically the podcast version of a compliment, and you know I live for those 💕 * Pop by instagram @saideegrimley or tiktok @wholetmedothispod and tell me what no ones saying out loud as a high achieving working mom