The Working Mother Experience

Episode #64: 'Moving Through Our Seasons' with Pei Ying, Engineer, Immigrant, Entrepreneur, Mother & Artist

Meet Pei Ying, a resilient, transparent and insightful woman who is rediscovering her identity as not solely the 'reliable one' but as a whole and complete person, respecting and honouring all aspects of her soul.  We talk seasons of life, the transitions through each season, the repetition of seasons and how each presents its own unique challenges and opportunities for growth.  Thank you, Pei, for your honesty and generosity of spirit - it was a pleasure chatting with you about all things motherhood and personal evolution.

Episode #63: On Visiting the Bench Solo with Cayla Robinson, Advocate, Medical Parent, Mother of 2, Artist

Today on the podcast, we connect with Cayla Robinson, mother of two boys, advocate for the more vulnerable, medical parent and artist. What has sat with me since our conversation is Cayla's ruthless honesty. Throughout our conversation, Cayla gently but firmly corrected my misinterpretations - she ensures you (our dear listener) know she sits with guilt, that she has made mistakes, and has experienced immense personal growth through this unexpected journey. Cayla's piece is a beautiful, but dark moonlit lake with mountains in the background. While beautiful, the story behind this place is rich and immensely symbolic for the journey she has been forced to move through.  I'm so grateful our paths collided at Camp Kindle, where I met Cayla at a retreat weekend for mothers at different stages of their child's cancer journey. As soon as I met Cayla, saw her piece, and experienced her honest smile, I knew there was something very special about her. You will too...enjoy.

Episode #62: Coming to a Close & Your Call to Action with WME Founder, Morgan Craig-Broadwith

The Working Mother Experience closes its virtual gallery doors at the end of April (or possibly May) this year. After five years, we have decided it's time to close this chapter, giving space to other creative ideas and opportunities.  On the podcast, Morgan, WME Founder talks about the decision, ways to get involved and submit a piece of art before it's too late, and a light reflection on the transformative nature of this project.  To celebrate this close, we have a few unique calls to action and ways to get involved:  * Be part of our Worldwide Evening of Mothers & Art - Host a paint evening with friends on Feb 13, 2026. If this night doesn't work, you can host another night and submit the art before March 31, 2026. You create the space, friends bring the supplies, we send the guide.  * Be part of our Time Capsule, a curated book showcasing the motherhood journey from 2021-2026. Submit your art by March 31 to be included. * Be part of our Final Exhibition. All art submitted to the Time Capsule will be included in our closing exhibition, date to be confirmed, located in Calgary, AB. For other ways to get involved or for details on submitting your art, email us at workingmotherexperience@gmail.com.  Be part of the art!

Episode #61: "We Get To Do This" with Kinia Romanowska, Founder, Entrepreneur, Mother & Artist

Meet Kinia Romanowska, powerhouse entrepreneur, mother of three, founder. I left my conversation with Kinia uplifted and refocused on what matters, hearing her advice exactly at the time I needed to hear it.  Kinia runs and owns the company, Pros & Babes, helping professional STEM mothers find work / home synergy (not balance), helping them to find career, wealth and family abundance and alignment. She has successfully grown her business to a full-time career, employing staff to help her make the magic happen.  In our conversation, Kinia reminds listeners (and me) about the importance of our language. That using phrases like "the motherhood penalty" shifts our focus to the negative vs the incredible wonder and joy of being able to work and mother. She reminds us that "we get to do this" and that not so long ago, this wasn't an option for most women.  I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Any time with Kinia is time well spent and I'm so grateful she does what she does, supporting other women to reach their full potential in all facets of life.  https://www.prosandbabes.com/

Episode #60: "Finding the Person You Are Amidst the Mess" with Karemi Dye-Wilson, Nurse, Artist, Homeschooler, and Mother

My conversation with Karemi was so fascinating, we had to do it in two parts - one conversation wasn't enough.  Karemi shares her journey as a mother of four, former delivery nurse, the transition to homeschooling and how beneficial it has been for her family, and her connection to nature through her garden. Karemi also dives into her experience supporting one of her children and family navigate cancer and, her own recent journey with cancer.  I was struck by Karemi's grace, and her thoughtful, humble reflections. She seems to take everything in stride, moving like water through the endless twists and turns of life. Perhaps it is the intentionality behind her decisions that help enable this mindset and fluidity, the trust that she and her husband are making the right choices to best support their family.  Thank you, Karemi, for sharing your wisdom with us and inspiring others to consider their choices and perhaps, become more intentional in their thoughts, energetics and actions.