logo
episode-header-image
Jul 30
48m 16s

1223: How Motherhood Became Her Breaking...

Hosted by Heather Chauvin | Insights inspired by Mel Robbins, Bréne Brown,
About this episode

What if success doesn’t have to cost you everything?

In this weeks episode, Heather sits down with author and entrepreneur Alyson Caffrey to talk about the unseen emotional labor of being "the strong one." From the moment she checked in with clients after giving birth to her first child, Alyson began questioning the cultural narratives that taught her to grind, produce, and prove her worth no matter the cost.

Together, they unpack what it really takes to shift out of burnout and into alignment, create systems that support rest, and redefine success on your own terms.

In this episode, they discuss:

🩶 The hidden cost of tying your self-worth to productivity

🩶 What it really looks like to rest, recover, and still lead powerfully

🩶 How to grieve old identities while raising your standards

If you’re the one everyone leans on but you’re secretly wondering who supports you—this episode will remind you of what you actually deserve.

About Alyson
Alyson Caffrey is a small business Operations Strategist, Bestselling Author and founder of Operations Agency.

Alyson is best known for helping founders escape the bitter day-to-day of running a growing company. Over the last 8 years, Aly and her team have helped streamline the back-end ops for a multitude of brands and using her Operations Simplified™ framework to unleash the power of small teams.

She left the board meetings, consulting 8-figure companies on their operations, to serve founders running small businesses. Alyson believes that if she can return fulfilled founders back to their families, she can generate a much larger impact in the world.

Alyson is committed to using her experience growing businesses and streamlining operations to help founders (mostly parents) have better relationships with their business. Whether navigating a new baby, managing the chaos with young kids, or simply making sure you’re front row at all the wrestling matches, Alyson helps create businesses that give time back to our family, not the other way around.

Alyson is mom to two young sons (yea, it’s crazy) and enjoys spending her time at home with her growing family.

 

https://instagram.com/alycaffrey/

https://instagram.com/mastermaternityleave/

https://alysoncaffrey.com/handbook/

https://mastermaternityleave.com/workshop/

***

Don't let another summer go by drowning in task lists, and the guilt of snapping at the kids.

The Energetic Time Management Membership is where you learn my proven system that has helped high-achieving women gain back 10+ quality hours a week (that's 520 hours a year!) while deepening family connections and recharging without burning out.

Maximize the impact of everything you already do. See real results in less than 30 days at a no-brainer price point.

Get started at https://heatherchauvin.com/membership/

Up next
Aug 20
1226: 3 boundaries I'm Putting In Place Before My Kids Start School
If you’re feeling the urge to hit the reset button as your family transitions into fall, this episode is for you. Heather is pulling back the curtain on how she’s personally re-evaluating her time, energy, and money boundaries and how you can do the same without guilt, shame, or ... Show More
41m 10s
Aug 14
1225: Stoic Empathy with Shermin Kruse
What if empathy wasn’t about absorbing everyone’s emotions but about leading with heart and boundaries? In this episode, Heather sits down with Shermin Kruse for a powerful and timely conversation about stoic empathy, emotional discomfort, and the messy middle between caring deep ... Show More
41m 19s
Aug 6
1224. [LIFE UPDATE] He Moved Across the Country… and I Didn’t Break
The older your kids get, the more they need you. Not for rides to soccer practice or packed lunches, but for leadership, boundaries, and emotional presence. In this life update, Heather pulls back the curtain on a summer filled with big transitions, personal growth, and hard choi ... Show More
27m 35s
Recommended Episodes
Apr 2025
Do This Every Morning to Boost Energy & Stay Focused (3 Minute Habit to Kickstart Your Day)
Do you have a morning routine? How do you usually boost your energy in the morning? Today, Jay explores a challenge we all face, feeling drained, exhausted, and overwhelmed. He reminds us that rest isn’t a luxury but a necessity, and pushing ourselves too hard only leads to burno ... Show More
29m 35s
Jan 2025
How to Let Go of Guilt For Managing Different Areas of Life with Chontel Duncan
In this episode, we dive into the incredible story of Chontel Duncan—a fitness icon, entrepreneur, and mother of 5 kids — who shares her unique art of balancing motherhood, business, and self-care. From starting with nothing and building a thriving fitness empire, to managing the ... Show More
53m 54s
Dec 2024
Liz Moody: Simple Ways to Break Bad Habits and Change Your Life
Are you ready to make wellness feel simple and joyful? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, I’m sitting down with the wonderful Liz Moody, author of 100 Ways to Change Your Life, and we’re talking all about making wellness simple, fun, and actually doable. Liz shares her journey ... Show More
1h 15m
Nov 2023
Ep 26 // Always Feeling Exhausted and Overwhelmed as a Working Mom? 4 Simple Ways to Transform the Way You Feel and Give Your Soul Rest
When we are weary and we are doing too much, it has a tendency to affect every area in our lives and it’s hard to be motivated to keep up with the good. The enemy wants us exhausted and tired and burned out. So, how do we get a leg up? What are some ways that we can take intentio ... Show More
12m 1s
Aug 2024
(#320) How to let go of feeling guilty about your dream life, know if you’re acting out of alignment with your Higher Self, let go of desperate energy, and change your identity for good (Q&A)
If you’re feeling unworthy it’s going to be damn near impossible to manifest the life you want. It’s time to let go of the guilt and shame that is holding you back from living your dream life. In this episode, I’m sharing a peek into a past Q&A from my signature program, Manifest ... Show More
36m 32s
Sep 2024
58. How Can I Gain Clarity and Peace on Big Decisions I Need to Make in A Season of Change?
Are you going through a season of change and feeling anxious about what comes next? In this episode, I share some of the behind-the-scenes thoughts and emotions I’m working through, as I feel called to make some changes in my life but I don’t know exactly what they are yet. I’ll ... Show More
39m 3s
Feb 2025
192. Stop Being Stuck and Take Action with the C L I M B E R Method
In this episode of Full and Thriving, I introduce my brand-new Climber Method, a powerful framework designed to help you break free from stagnation and start living the life you truly want. If you've ever felt stuck—whether in your career, relationships, or personal growth—t ... Show More
34m 36s
Apr 2025
Why Ambitious Women Feel Guilt — And What to Do About It w Jacqui Kingswell
You're doing everything right — chasing your goals, building the life you dreamed of, maybe even raising a family along the way. So why does it still feel like you're falling short?In this episode, I sit down with Jacqui Kingswell, co-founder of the global platform The Pilates Cl ... Show More
45m 51s
Jan 2025
Ep. 122 How To Get Rid of Self Doubt & Achieve Your Dreams With Maya Raichoora
We’ve done rebranding (planning for 2025), we’ve done discipline (actually sticking to your routine), and so the third and final part of the new year mini series is all about getting yourself in the right mental state to be able to achieve those new shiny goals you set for yourse ... Show More
57m 30s
Jan 2025
New Year, Same You, Better Tools - Simple Strategies to Building Lasting Positive Habits
Feeling like you’ve already fallen off the New Year train?  Don’t worry, we’ve all been there. In this episode, I’m sharing my favorite tips and little mindset shifts to help you get back on track without the guilt. We’ll chat about why slipping up isn’t failing, how to create ha ... Show More
24m 43s