Who Let Me Do This? — Funny, Unfiltered Stories of Working Mom Life, Career & Chaos

Saidee
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**NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY** Your laugh-out-loud, real-talk escape from the impossible juggle of working motherhood. Between daycare drop-off, Target pickups, three kids, and ordering yet another bra hoping it makes my boobs look “youthful” — is me… sitting here wondering: how is this my life? Yesterday I was shotgunning beers before kickoff, and now I’m prepping for board meetings, wiping butts, and praying for more than three hours of sleep in a row. This podcast is part group chat, part breakdown, and part “same, bestie.” It’s raw. It’s messy. It’s relatable chaos. Let’s unravel together.

  1. 1D AGO

    Ep 33: She Signed a New Job Contract… Then Found Out She Was Pregnant With Twins: Prenatal Strength, Pelvic Floor, & Postpartum Recovery with Molly King DPT (@mollykingdpt)

    Send a text What happens when you sign a new job contract… and that same day you find out you’re pregnant with twins? Physical therapist Molly King, DPT (@mollykindDPT , @onwardmpls - Onward Physical Therapy, Twin Cities) joins Saidee to talk about the real-life logistics of pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting—plus the most practical, science-backed ways to support your body through prenatal exercise, pelvic floor health, and postpartum recovery. This conversation is for anyone who’s pregnant, postpartum, trying to get pregnant, or just wondering why nobody told us the truth about pelvic floor tightness vs weakness, training through pregnancy, and what to do when pain won’t go away. In This Episode, We Cover The moment she found out she was pregnant with twins (and why it changed everything)Prenatal strength training: why “just walk and do yoga” isn’t enough for many momsPilates vs strength training: what Pilates does well—and what it doesn’t replaceThe pelvic floor conversation we should be having before pregnancy (not just after)Incontinence in athletes: why “peeing when you jump” isn’t normal—even in your 20sCommon pregnancy pain: sciatica, low back pain, round ligament pain, and what PT can helpPT vs personal training: how to know which one you actually needRed flags: when pain is a “wait and see” vs when to see a physical therapistWhat it’s really like going from 1 kid to 3 kids (including twins)Breastfeeding twins, triple feeding, and realistic postpartum expectationsMotherhood + work: maternity leave, daycare logistics, and why “mom time off” needs childcare 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 hot mess friend 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 @wholetmedothispod and tell me your biggest fraud moments or just the insanity you experience as a FT working mom

    1h 7m

  2. FEB 16

    Ep 32: Working Mom Burnout in February: Valentine’s Day Classroom Pressure, Midwest Weather Whiplash + Summer Care Panic

    Send a text Feeling the Valentine’s Day hangover? Same. In this episode of Who Let Me Do This, Saidee breaks down the triple threat of late winter parenting: Valentine’s Day classroom chaos, Midwest “fake spring” weather whiplash, and the absolute nightmare that is summer camp + summer care registration for working parents. If you’re a working mom (especially with kids in elementary school), this one is your February anthem: the candy overload, the classroom party pressure, the never-ending pile of tiny plastic “party favors,” and the emotional roller coaster of going from a polar vortex to 55 degrees and back again. And just when you’re recovering? It’s time to plan summer like you’re buying Era's Tour concert tickets in the Hunger Games. 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 hot mess friend 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 @wholetmedothispod and tell me your biggest fraud moments or just the insanity you experience as a FT working mom

    33 min

  3. FEB 9

    Ep 31: Career Pauses, Motherhood, and Starting Over: Writing, Layoffs, and Rebuilding After Staying Home

    Send a text What really happens to your career when you step away to raise kids—especially when it isn’t part of the plan? In this episode of Who Let Me Do This, I’m joined by my close friend and writer Kalina Cicero, who shares her honest story of building a successful writing career, getting laid off during COVID while postpartum, becoming a stay-at-home mom by circumstance, and trying to re-enter the workforce years later. We talk about the career cost of motherhood, the reality of long employment gaps, why returning to work is harder than anyone prepares you for, and how Kalina rebuilt her creative identity while raising two kids. We also go deep into her journey as a writer—from publishing a children’s book, querying literary agents, facing rejection, and writing novels in 15-minute increments while parenting full-time. If you’re questioning your career path, navigating a comeback, or wondering if you’ll ever feel like yourself again—this conversation will make you feel seen. 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 hot mess friend 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 @wholetmedothispod and tell me your biggest fraud moments or just the insanity you experience as a FT working mom

    1h 15m

  4. FEB 2

    Ep 30: Hardest Transitions in Motherhood: 0→1 vs 1→2 vs 2→3 (And Why I’m Unsure About Baby #4)

    Send a text What’s the hardest transition in becoming a parent—going from 0 to 1, 1 to 2, or 2 to 3 kids? In this new Q&A series, I’m answering your Instagram question with full honesty: the sleep deprivation, the postpartum anxiety, the pressure of breastfeeding, the chaos of two under two, and what it was really like having a baby during COVID—including a terrifying children’s hospital moment at 9 days old. I’m also sharing why 2→3 was unexpectedly my easiest transition, how HG (hyperemesis gravidarum) made my third pregnancy brutal, and the real conversation I’m having now: do we have a fourth kid… or are we done? If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, touched-out, or like you’re barely keeping your head above water, this one’s for you. 🎧 Listen now, then tell me: Which transition was the hardest for you—and why? 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 hot mess friend 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 @wholetmedothispod and tell me your biggest fraud moments or just the insanity you experience as a FT working mom

    1 hr

  5. JAN 26

    Ep 29: Mom Time Off: Realistic Self-Care for Anxious, Burned-Out Working Moms (Massages, Nails, Sleep & Sanity)

    Send a text Self-care doesn’t have to be a luxury retreat, a perfectly planned routine, or something that gives you more anxiety than relief. In this episode of Who Let Me Do This?, Saidee breaks down her real-life approach to self-care for working moms — including what actually helps when you’re anxious, burned out, touched out, and running on fumes. From Mom Time Off (MTO) (trademarked by the incredible @the_car_mom) to low-effort, high-impact rituals, this episode is a judgment-free guide to taking care of yourself without overcomplicating it. Saidee shares her favorite self-care ideas — from five-minute fixes to more intentional investments — and explains why rest, flexibility, and meeting yourself where you are matter more than any “perfect” routine. Mentions in this episode: Under Eye Patches @ Target @the_car_mom instagram: Hilarious, fun & real mom that not only shares her life but helps families find the perfect vehicle for them! 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 hot mess friend 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 @wholetmedothispod and tell me your biggest fraud moments or just the insanity you experience as a FT working mom

    41 min

  6. JAN 19

    Ep 28: Why I Hate New Year’s Resolutions: Realistic Goal Setting, Boundaries, and Self-Care for Burned-Out Moms

    Send a text New Year’s resolutions? Hard pass. In this solo episode of Who Let Me Do This?, Saidee explains why she hates New Year’s resolutions, why they’re setting moms up to fail, and what to do instead if you actually want change that sticks. From unrealistic expectations around fitness, sleep, money, and parenting — to the pressure women feel every January to “fix themselves” — this episode is a funny, honest takedown of hustle culture disguised as self-improvement. Instead of resolutions, Saidee makes the case for small, realistic habits, flexible goals, boundaries, and grace — especially for working moms in the most exhausting season of life. If you’ve already “failed” your New Year’s goals, this episode is your permission slip to start again… or not start at all. 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 hot mess friend 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 @wholetmedothispod and tell me your biggest fraud moments or just the insanity you experience as a FT working mom

    36 min

  7. JAN 12

    Ep 27: PT 2: Waking Up Paralyzed, Medical Bills, and Money Decisions That Matter: MS, Motherhood, and Financial Planning (Part 2 with Hannah, @Financiallyengaged)

    Send a text In Part 2 of Saidee’s conversation with Hannah, founder of Financially Engaged, the conversation shifts from budgeting systems to real-life survival — health crises, medical bills, motherhood, and the financial decisions that matter most when life doesn’t go as planned. Hannah shares the terrifying moment she went to bed healthy and woke up paralyzed, leading to an immediate multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosis just months before her wedding. From navigating short-term disability and medical bills to rethinking stress, career choices, family planning, and financial security, this episode is a powerful reminder that money isn’t just about numbers — it’s about options. Together, Saidee and Hannah break down how to prepare financially for the unexpected, how to negotiate medical bills, why emergency funds and insurance matter, and how moms can build financial stability without sacrificing their sanity. 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 hot mess friend 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 @wholetmedothispod and tell me your biggest fraud moments or just the insanity you experience as a FT working mom

    40 min

  8. JAN 5

    Ep 27: PT 1: Money Mindset + Budgeting for Couples: Debt Payoff, Investing Basics, and Why “Having It Together” Is a Myth (with Hannah, @Financiallyengaged)

    Send a text SEASON 2 KICK OFF! Money is personal… and also somehow the reason so many couples fight about lattes. In this episode of Who Let Me Do This?, Saidee sits down with Hannah, founder of Financially Engaged (@financiallyengaged), to talk about budgeting as a couple, paying off student loans and debt, and how to start investing for beginners—without turning your marriage into an Excel-powered cage match. Hannah shares how her and her husband’s money journey started, why most budgeting tools make people zoom in on the wrong things, and how shifting from “defensive budgeting” to goal-based planning can change everything. We also get real about the cost of childcare, why the “most expensive decade of life” hits so hard, and the mindset shifts that actually help moms build wealth. And then the conversation takes a turn: Hannah opens up about her multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosis and the morning she woke up unable to walk—an instant reminder that planning matters, but so does living. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Budgeting for couples without nitpicking every tiny expenseHow to create a goal-based budget that keeps money conversations positiveDebt payoff strategy (and the regret of paying off low-interest debt too aggressively)Investing for beginners: what to do first, how to define your “why,” and building an investing planWhy money is emotional and psychological, not just mathThe reality of childcare costs and why it can dominate family financesHow to think about interest rates vs. investing returns (and why that matters)Hannah’s personal story: waking up paralyzed and navigating an MS diagnosis Follow Hannah @financiallyengaged on Instagram to learn more about personal finance, debt & investing Make sure your following @saideegrimley for episode extras and a peek behind the scenes  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 hot mess friend 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 @wholetmedothispod and tell me your biggest fraud moments or just the insanity you experience as a FT working mom

    26 min
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**NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY** Your laugh-out-loud, real-talk escape from the impossible juggle of working motherhood. Between daycare drop-off, Target pickups, three kids, and ordering yet another bra hoping it makes my boobs look “youthful” — is me… sitting here wondering: how is this my life? Yesterday I was shotgunning beers before kickoff, and now I’m prepping for board meetings, wiping butts, and praying for more than three hours of sleep in a row. This podcast is part group chat, part breakdown, and part “same, bestie.” It’s raw. It’s messy. It’s relatable chaos. Let’s unravel together.

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