Before We Get It Right

Leah & Katherine
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Before We Get It Right is a podcast community for moms who are done pretending they have it all together. Hosted by Leah and Katherine, two real moms having real conversations about motherhood, business, identity, burnout, boundaries, and everything in between. This is your safe corner for the messy middle. A place where moms can exhale, find genuine connection, and the courage to trust their intuition. Whether you're navigating mom guilt, figuring out who you are outside of your kids, building a business, or just trying to get through the long days, you are not alone in this. This is the mom community you've been looking for. Real moms. Real talk. New episodes every Tuesday...we're so glad you found us!  xoxo Leah & Katherine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 2d ago

    You Don't Have to Feel Ready: Serena Cavallo on Building a Business Before You Feel Qualified

    What happens when you study one thing and build something completely different? Serena Cavallo graduated with a nutrition degree and is now going into her seventh year running Cavallo Creative Co. - a full-service creative marketing agency helping local businesses come to life through branding, websites, social media, photography, design, and advertising. And she built it almost entirely by teaching herself as she went. In this episode we talk about what it actually means to become an expert before you feel ready, how to trust your instincts when nobody has officially handed you permission, and what separates women who launch from women who keep preparing to launch. We also get into the real stuff about marketing and social media, what small business owners overcomplicate, what actually makes content work, what going viral really does for a business, and the simplest realistic marketing plan for someone with limited time and money. This one is for the woman who keeps learning, tweaking, and planning, but hasn't quite let herself claim the title yet. CONNECT WITH SERENA: Instagram: cavallocreativeco E-book: Social Media 101 Topics covered: building a business from scratch, self-taught entrepreneur, creative agency owner, marketing for small business, social media strategy, going viral, branding for local business, women in business, imposter syndrome, trusting yourself, before we get it right podcast, Cavallo Creative Co. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. Aug 11

    Is It Time To Keep Pushing…Or Pivot?

    What do you do when the life you planned isn't the life you're living? In this episode Leah and Katherine get honest about the universal feeling of watching your plan unravel — and the question nobody tells you how to answer: how do you know when to keep pushing and when it's time to pivot? This is a conversation about grieving the dream you had, releasing the guilt of changing your mind, navigating the uncomfortable in-between, and learning to trust the version of yourself that's still becoming. Plus five tangible takeaways for anyone sitting with a scary decision right now. For the woman questioning her career, her relationship, her identity, or all three at once — this one is for you. Topics covered: life transitions, identity in motherhood, when to quit vs when to push through, career pivots for moms, letting go of the plan, grieving who you thought you'd be, women and perfectionism, personal growth for moms, navigating uncertainty, messy middle of life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. Aug 4

    You Can Have It All — Just Not All At Once with Danika Holt

    Katherine sits down with neighbor and real estate agent Danika Holt, former college basketball player, Miss Wisconsin USA 2019, and mom. They talk about career transitions, identity, and why you can have it all, just not all at once. If you're a mom navigating a big life change or feeling the pressure to do everything at the same time, this conversation will hit home! Connect with Danika @danikanicoleholt @ndpropertieswi @danikaonpurpose and don't forget to follow us on IG and YouTube @beforewegetitright Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. Jul 28

    Messy Middle Confessions Part 3: You Are Not the Only One

    We're back with another round of Messy Middle Confessions and this batch might be the most honest one yet. Four anonymous submissions from real women about the things that live quietly in the back of your mind but rarely make it out of your mouth. The woman who misses liking her husband and doesn't know if it's a season or something more. The one who realized somewhere along the way her entire personality became "getting things done." The one who doesn't know how to make real friends anymore, not acquaintances, not people she texts, but the kind of friends who just know. And the one who has a life that looks completely fine from the outside while quietly wondering if she's actually happy or just really good at functioning. No fixing. No silver linings. Just two moms reading your confessions out loud, reacting honestly, and reminding you... you are not the only one. If you've been carrying something quietly, this one's for you. Submit your messy middle confession HERE completely anonymously for a future episode! Find us on IG and YouTube @beforewegetitright Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. Jul 21

    From Fortune 500 to Pilates Studio: Erin Fahs on Betting on Yourself

    What does it actually look like to walk away from the career you've spent years building to pursue the dream you can't stop thinking about? This week on Before We Get It Right, we're joined by Erin Fahs—founder of La Forme Pilates, mom, community builder, and former Fortune 500 global operations leader for an honest conversation about taking risks, redefining success, and building a life that feels aligned. Erin shares what it was really like balancing a demanding corporate career while teaching fitness, the moment she realized she couldn't ignore the pull toward something more, and what it took to bet on herself and open La Forme Pilates. Together, we talk about: Making the leap from corporate life to entrepreneurship Building a business rooted in purpose and community The realities of scaling a business and opening multiple locations Motherhood, ambition, and navigating the juggle Why community has become the heart of everything Erin is building Learning to trust yourself even when the next step feels uncertain The messy middle that comes with creating a life on your own terms Whether you're dreaming about starting a business, considering a career change, or simply trying to figure out what the next chapter looks like, Erin's story is a reminder that growth rarely happens inside your comfort zone and that sometimes the biggest leap you can take is believing in yourself. Connect with Erin and La Forme Pilates: Instagram: @arinatlaforme & @laforme_pilates If you're in the St. Louis area...go take a class! If this episode encouraged you, share it with someone who's been waiting for the "right time" to chase a dream. We'd also love to hear what resonated most with you. Follow along with us on instagram @beforewegetitright for honest conversations about motherhood, business, identity, and everything we're trying to figure out... before we get it right. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. Jul 14

    Grief Is Love With NoWhere To Go. So Where Do We Put It?

    Grief is something every one of us will experience, yet it's one of the hardest things to talk about. In this deeply personal episode of Before We Get It Right, Katherine shares what it's been like to navigate a lifetime of loss. Together, we have an honest conversation about what grief really looks like—not just in the moment of loss, but in the years that follow. We talk about how grief changes as we grow, why it never truly disappears, and what it means to carry the people we love with us while continuing to move forward. Whether you're grieving someone you've lost, supporting someone you love, or simply trying to better understand one of life's hardest experiences, we hope this conversation reminds you that there is no right way to grieve—and no timeline for healing. If this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who may need it today. Follow along with us on IG @beforewegetitright for more honest conversations about motherhood, identity, relationships, and everything we're trying to figure out... before we get it right. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. Jul 7

    Random AF: Rapid Fire Questions & Get To Know Us

    Sometimes you need a deep conversation. And sometimes... you just need to laugh. This week, we're putting the organized planned episodes away and doing something a little different. No big life lessons, no carefully planned topic—just a rapid-fire round of completely random questions that somehow turned into stories, confessions, questionable opinions, and way more laughter than we expected. From childhood memories and personality quirks to motherhood, business, and the things we're still figuring out, this episode is exactly what it feels like to hang out with two friends who somehow end up talking about everything and nothing at the same time. Grab your coffee, fold some laundry, go for a walk, or hide in your car for a few extra minutes—we're so glad you're here. Follow along and connect with us at @beforewegetitright. What's one random fact about you that would surprise people? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. Jun 30

    Protect Your Peace: The Boundary Episode Nobody Warned You About

    This week on Before We Get It Right, we're talking about boundaries—but probably not in the way you're expecting. Because this isn't an episode about becoming cold, cutting people off, or saying "no" to everything. It's about something much deeper: learning how to protect your peace without losing yourself in the process. We dive into the real reasons boundaries feel so hard, why so many women struggle to set them, and how people-pleasing, guilt, over-explaining, and constantly being available can slowly disconnect us from ourselves. In this episode, we talk about: • What boundaries actually are (and what they aren't) • The difference between protecting your peace and shutting people out • How childhood, family dynamics, and conditioning shape our ability to set limits • The guilt and grief that often come with boundary-setting • Why motherhood adds a whole new layer to the conversation • The difference between generosity and self-abandonment • Practical, attainable ways to start setting healthier boundaries today We also share personal stories about relationships, family dynamics, motherhood, burnout, and the moments that forced us to finally ask: What is this costing me? If you've ever felt exhausted from being everything to everyone, struggled to say no, over-explained your needs, or wondered why protecting your peace feels so uncomfortable, this conversation is for you. Because boundaries aren't about becoming less loving. They're about becoming more honest. And your peace is worth protecting. Follow along with us at @beforewegetitrightpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Before We Get It Right is a podcast community for moms who are done pretending they have it all together. Hosted by Leah and Katherine, two real moms having real conversations about motherhood, business, identity, burnout, boundaries, and everything in between. This is your safe corner for the messy middle. A place where moms can exhale, find genuine connection, and the courage to trust their intuition. Whether you're navigating mom guilt, figuring out who you are outside of your kids, building a business, or just trying to get through the long days, you are not alone in this. This is the mom community you've been looking for. Real moms. Real talk. New episodes every Tuesday...we're so glad you found us!  xoxo Leah & Katherine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Leah & Katherine
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Before We Get It Right
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    Before We Get It Right

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