logo
episode-header-image
Jul 2025
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
Nov 19
1239: Investing for Women in Their 40s Who Feel Behind with Tess Waresmith
<p>"You can't talk about living your best life without talking about money and you can't talk about money without facing what you're afraid to feel."<br /> <br /> In this episode, Heather sits down with Tess Waresmith for a powerful and emotionally honest conversation about death ... Show More
51m 34s
Nov 12
1238: From Breadwinner Burnout to Feeling Calm and Spacious
"You are the keystone and when you learn to reverse engineer how you want to feel, both at home and in your work, this is where the magic happens." This solo episode is a live workshop where Heather takes you behind the scenes of her signature Time and Energy Audit process. If yo ... Show More
1h 7m
Nov 5
1237: Teaching Kids/Young Adults About Money with Kimberly Tara
"A well-resourced woman will change the world. But first, she has to stop outsourcing her financial power." This episode goes deep into the emotional discomfort that comes with money: how we manage it, avoid it, fear it, and finally take ownership of it. Heather is joined by fina ... Show More
1h 5m
Recommended Episodes
Nov 2024
246 | What I Would Tell My Younger Self: Breaking Free From What Your Life "Should" Look Like & Creating an Authentic Life That You Actually Love (ft: Ashley McDonald)
Today&#39;s episode is for the woman who has been feeling unfulfilled chasing what the world has been telling her to chase & follow. The job. The promotion. The big house. The income goal. Ash is a phenomenal woman & is a beautiful example of what it means to be willing to questi ... Show More
38m 44s
Jan 2025
How to Let Go of Guilt For Managing Different Areas of Life with Chontel Duncan
<p>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 ... Show More
53m 54s
Nov 2023
EVERYTHING YOU NEED IS WITHIN YOU – How to become more self aware, break free from limiting beliefs and love yourself wholeheartedly with Rebecca Leigh
Ep 97. This week I have a fun, conversational episode for you that feels like a night of girl talk on the couch sprinkled with deep wisdom. Rebecca Leigh is a nutritionist passionate about all things holistic health and wellness. Her health journey began with cycles of what she t ... Show More
1h 14m
Mar 2025
8 Steps to Unf**k Your Life: How to Get Your Life Together
<p>Feel like your life is a mess? In this episode, I break down eight powerful steps to completely unf*** your life—no matter how stuck you feel. If you're tired of toxic habits and excuses, this is your roadmap to taking control and turning things around.</p> <p><p>Feeling stuck ... Show More
18m 29s
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
Sep 2024
How To Stop Being Lazy and Be More Motivated
<p>In today’s episode, I’m sharing my top strategies to help you stop feeling lazy and finally get motivated to create the life you’ve been dreaming of. We dive deep into the power of having a clear vision, why mastering your schedule is a game-changer, and how setting daily inte ... Show More
17m 57s
Feb 2025
5 Life Changing Lessons I Wish I Knew Before Starting My Fitness Journey
Hey sis, welcome back to That Gym Girl Podcast! It’s your girl, Angel, and today we’re getting real about something we ALL struggle with—how the heck do we balance social life, consistency, and actually making progress in the gym?!This episode was inspired by a message I received ... Show More
16m 46s
Sep 22
226 - Eldest Daughter Energy: Why Doing Feels Safer Than Being
Type A women (and often eldest daughters) can do anything except slow down, relax or relinquish control, am I right? Today, Louise and attachment psychotherapist Stephanie Therapy dive into the world of the Type A, eldest daughter woman: always on, always busy, always in control ... Show More
1h 2m
Sep 29
Get your sh*t together: How to achieve work life balance
September always has a back-to-school feeling, so this episode is all about getting back into a successful work routine after the summer, without burning yourself out...In this episode –-Entrepreneur Grace Beverley chats through how to set boundaries to create a work life balance ... Show More
40m 26s
Feb 2025
How to Completely Change Your Life in 6 Months
<p>Are you ready to completely change your life in just six months? In this episode, I break down a three-step process that can take you from feeling stuck to thriving. Whether you hate your job, feel like you're meant for more, or just want a massive transformation, this is for ... Show More
16m 40s