This podcast is for the working mom who does not want to choose between her baby and her career goals. Dr. Ashley Carroll-Brown is a licensed psychologist and mama herself who will teach you the emotional and mindset tools you need to get back to work successfully, how to create systems that work in your real day to day life, and the importance of support because no mama can do this alone. If you want to be both present with your baby and be successful in your career maintaining your income, this show is for you. Visit theworkingmama.net for more information.
23. Thriving in a Creative Career After Baby with Tiff Randol of Mamas in Music
One of the most common fears women have after becoming mothers is, "Will I ever feel like myself again?"
In this episode of The Back to Work Plan for Postpartum Moms, Dr. Ashley Carroll sits down with Tiff Randol, founder of Mamas in Music, a community dedicated to supporting mothers navigating careers in the music industry while raising families.
Together, they explore the often-overlooked identity shifts that happen after motherhood and what it means to stay connected to your passions, ambitions, and sense of self while caring for your children.
In this conversation, you'll learn:
• How motherhood transformed Tiff's perspective on career and success
• The unique challenges mothers face in creative and non-traditional industries
• Why so many women struggle with identity loss after having children
• How to stay connected to your passions while navigating motherhood
• The importance of community and support for working mothers
• What happens when moms don't have the support they need
• How Mamas in Music is helping women thrive both personally and professionally
• Why redefining success may be one of the greatest gifts motherhood offers
Whether you're returning to work after maternity leave, building a business, pursuing a creative passion, or simply trying to figure out who you are in this new season of life, this episode will remind you that motherhood doesn't require you to abandon yourself—it invites you to evolve.
If you've ever felt torn between the woman you were and the mother you're becoming, this conversation is for you.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Connect with Tiff Randol & Mamas in Music:
mamasinmusic.org
Connect with Dr. Ashley Carroll:
ghcounselinggroup.com
22 May 2026
22. Beyond Birth: How Doulas Support Moms Through Pregnancy, Postpartum, and Emotional Recovery with Doula Chanda Bryant.
When most people think about doulas, they think about labor and delivery. But the truth is, some of the most meaningful support a mother can receive happens after the baby arrives. In this episode of The Back to Work Plan for Postpartum Moms, Dr. Ashley Carroll sits down with Chanda Bryant, founder of Crown + Cradle Doula Co., birth and postpartum doula, lactation educator, healthcare professional, and doctoral researcher focused on maternal and infant health disparities. Together, they explore the often-overlooked role doulas play in helping mothers navigate the emotional, physical, and mental challenges of pregnancy and postpartum recovery. In this episode, you'll learn: • What a doula actually does—and why their role extends far beyond labor and delivery • How postpartum doulas support mothers during one of the most vulnerable transitions of life • The emotional realities of postpartum recovery that many women aren't prepared for • Why support systems matter and how they impact maternal well-being • Common challenges new moms face and how doulas help ease the transition • The importance of advocacy, culturally sensitive care, and maternal health equity • Insights from Chanda's doctoral research on maternal and infant health disparities • What gives her hope for the future of maternal care and support for mothers Whether you're currently pregnant, recently postpartum, or supporting a new mother in your life, this episode is a powerful reminder that motherhood was never meant to be navigated alone. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, isolated, or unsure during the postpartum period, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, supported, and empowered. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Connect with Chanda Bryant: Crown + Cradle Doula Co. https://www.crownandcradledoula.com Connect with Dr. Ashley Carroll: https://ghcounselinggroup.com
30 Mar 2026TRANSCRIPT
21. Entrepreneur Like a Mother: Redefining Career and Financial Freedom with Beth Mazza
Motherhood has a way of shifting everything—your priorities, your identity, and often, how you view your career. In this episode of The Back to Work Plan for Postpartum Moms, Dr. Ashley Carroll sits down with Beth Mazza, serial entrepreneur, speaker, and co-founder of Female Mavericks. With decades of experience building and scaling successful businesses, Beth now helps women create financial independence and design careers that align with their lives—not compete with them. Together, they explore what it really looks like to rethink work after becoming a mother, including: • How motherhood reshapes your identity and career goals • Beth’s journey building businesses while raising a family • The challenges women face in traditional corporate environments after having children • Why many moms begin to consider entrepreneurship • The mission behind Female Mavericks and supporting women in business • Common myths about starting a business • How motherhood builds skills that translate into entrepreneurship • What financial freedom actually looks like for women and families • Mindset shifts needed to move from employee to entrepreneur Whether you’re returning to work, questioning your current path, or curious about building something of your own, this episode will challenge you to think differently about what’s possible. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
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21. Entrepreneur Like a Mother: Redefining Career and Financial Freedom with Beth Mazza
Published 30 Mar 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] So for me personally, it made me a way more understanding boss. I hope it made me a much more empathetic leader. And I think it made me, which women, I think we can do this. It made me more approachable. So people were more comfortable talking to me about, hey, I don't like it when this happens. Can I talk to you about it? Which is really great and something I was happy to be part of those discussions. Yeah, and I think what a lot of women don't realize is that motherhood or being a mom enhances so many strengths. that help you in your career as well so i think yeah yeah so victoria and i always joke that it's you got a problem you want a mom on it because we didn't even think plan a was ever gonna work we got b c d what else do you need like we know it because we live it every day where we're like oh sick kid okay i can't drop him off here so i got to do this other thing So we always joke that when we had like the really hairy things at work, we're like, get the moms. […]
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