Raising Hustle

Mariel Fry
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Raising Hustle is where motherhood meets ambition—and where women stop apologizing for chasing big goals while raising a family. Hosted by Mariel Fry, founder of FM Bookkeeping and mom navigating her own growth journey, this podcast pulls back the curtain on what it really looks like to build a business while managing life, relationships, identity shifts, money, and the constant evolution of motherhood. These episodes are honest, empowering, and filled with practical strategy and real conversation. You’ll walk away feeling seen, supported, and inspired to step into your next level—both as a mom and an entrepreneur. If you’re ready to grow on your own terms, you belong here.

  1. 6d ago

    The Myth of the Supermom: Why Support Makes You a Better Parent

    There’s this quiet pressure in motherhood to do everything yourself. Be present.  Run the household.  Build the business.  Keep it all together — without help. Somewhere along the way, we were sold the idea of the “Supermom.”  The one who does it all and never needs support. But the truth?  That version of motherhood isn’t empowering — it’s exhausting. In this episode, we’re breaking down why asking for help, hiring help, and building support systems doesn’t make you a weaker mom… it actually makes you a better one. Because motherhood was never meant to be done alone.  🔥 What We Talk About  Where the “Supermom” myth came from  The invisible mental and emotional load mothers carry  Why doing everything alone leads to burnout  The guilt around asking for or hiring help  How support actually makes you more present and patient -------------------------------------------------------- This episode is sponsored by FM Bookkeeping 💛 FM Bookkeeping exists to empower business owners and give them peace of mind around their finances. We believe you deserve clarity, confidence, and support—without shame, judgment, or overwhelm. Whether you’re behind, confused, or just tired of carrying the mental load of your numbers, FM Bookkeeping is here to help you feel grounded and in control again. If you’re ready to stop stressing about your books and start feeling supported, visit: 👉 https://www.fmbookkeeping.com Send us Fan Mail

  2. Sep 22

    The Things People Say to Scare You About Motherhood — And What’s Actually True

    Before becoming a mom, I heard it all —  “You’ll never sleep again.”  “Your life is over.”  “Just wait…” And the tone?  More warning than excitement. In this episode, I’m breaking down the most common things people say to scare you about motherhood — and what’s actually true on the other side of it. Because yes, motherhood is hard.  But it’s also full of growth, joy, identity expansion, and a kind of love people don’t talk about nearly enough. This is the real, balanced version — not just the warnings. 🔥 What We Talk About  The truth about sleep, identity, and personal time  How motherhood changes (but doesn’t end) your life  Marriage, career, and ambition after kids  Why people focus so heavily on the hard parts  The parts of motherhood no one talks about enough-------------------------------------------------------- This episode is sponsored by FM Bookkeeping 💛 FM Bookkeeping exists to empower business owners and give them peace of mind around their finances. We believe you deserve clarity, confidence, and support—without shame, judgment, or overwhelm. Whether you’re behind, confused, or just tired of carrying the mental load of your numbers, FM Bookkeeping is here to help you feel grounded and in control again. If you’re ready to stop stressing about your books and start feeling supported, visit: 👉 https://www.fmbookkeeping.com Send us Fan Mail

  3. Sep 15

    From Survival to CEO: How Nicole Musap Rebuilt Her Life, Business, and Time

    What does it take to rebuild your life—and then take the leap into business ownership? In this episode of Raising Hustle, Nicole Musap, owner of Two Maids of Summerville, shares how she navigated divorce, financial challenges, and life as a single mom of three before becoming an entrepreneur. Through faith, resilience, and a willingness to begin again, Nicole built a business that gives busy families something invaluable: more time. Nicole opens up about the realities of balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship, overcoming mom guilt, building a team, creating a strong company culture, and learning to lead through challenging seasons. She also shares what drew her to franchising, what makes Two Maids different, and the lessons she has learned about protecting her time and energy. In this conversation, we cover: Rebuilding after divorce and financial hardshipTaking the leap from employee to business ownerThe role faith plays in Nicole’s life and leadershipThe honest realities of raising three children while growing a businessHiring, retaining, and leading a strong teamThe benefits and challenges of franchise ownershipCreating boundaries and making time for what matters mostNicole’s advice for women facing fear or starting overIf you’ve ever felt caught between fear and the desire to build something of your own, Nicole’s story is a powerful reminder that a difficult season doesn’t have to be the end of your story—it might be the beginning of something new. -------------------------------------------------------- This episode is sponsored by FM Bookkeeping 💛 FM Bookkeeping exists to empower business owners and give them peace of mind around their finances. We believe you deserve clarity, confidence, and support—without shame, judgment, or overwhelm. Whether you’re behind, confused, or just tired of carrying the mental load of your numbers, FM Bookkeeping is here to help you feel grounded and in control again. If you’re ready to stop stressing about your books and start feeling supported, visit: 👉 https://www.fmbookkeeping.com Send us Fan Mail

  4. Sep 8

    The Parts of Motherhood That Feel Uncomfortable to Admit

    Motherhood is beautiful. But it can also feel… heavy. The identity shift. The loneliness. The resentment you don’t want to say out loud. Missing your old life while loving your child more than anything. And no one really talks about that part. In this raw and honest episode of Raising Hustle, Mariel Fry creates space for the side of motherhood that feels uncomfortable to admit—but so many women quietly carry. Because you can love your child deeply… and still feel lost, overwhelmed, or not like yourself. Inside this episode:  ✨ The shock of how much you change  ✨ When your body doesn’t feel like your own  ✨ Missing your old life (and the guilt that follows)  ✨ The loneliness no one prepares you for  ✨ When the “village” never shows up  ✨ Carrying the mental load alone  ✨ The quiet resentment you feel ashamed of  ✨ The pressure to be grateful when you’re struggling  ✨ Wanting more than just survival If you’ve ever thought, “Is it just me?”—it’s not. 👉 You’re not a bad mom. 👉 You’re not broken. 👉 You’re human. -------------------------------------------------------- This episode is sponsored by FM Bookkeeping 💛 FM Bookkeeping exists to empower business owners and give them peace of mind around their finances. We believe you deserve clarity, confidence, and support—without shame, judgment, or overwhelm. Whether you’re behind, confused, or just tired of carrying the mental load of your numbers, FM Bookkeeping is here to help you feel grounded and in control again. If you’re ready to stop stressing about your books and start feeling supported, visit: 👉 https://www.fmbookkeeping.com Send us Fan Mail

  5. Sep 1

    Crying on the Kitchen Floor: The Honest Side of Growth No One Talks About

    We love talking about the beautiful side of growth — the milestones, the wins, the moments when everything finally starts working. But there’s another side of growth that almost nobody talks about. The messy middle. The moments when you’re overwhelmed, questioning your decisions, exhausted from holding so much together — and maybe crying on the kitchen floor while reheating your coffee for the third time that morning. In this episode of Raising Hustle, we’re talking about the honest side of growth — the breakdowns, doubts, identity shifts, and emotional stretches that often come before the breakthroughs. Because while growth can look beautiful from the outside, the process itself can feel confusing, lonely, and deeply stretching. This conversation is for anyone navigating big life changes — motherhood, business, relationships, or personal evolution — and wondering if the hard days mean something is wrong. Often, they mean something is changing. In this episode we cover: • Why growth often feels uncomfortable and emotionally disorienting  • The invisible pressure many women carry in motherhood and business  • Why breakdowns are often part of breakthroughs  • The “kitchen floor” moments when everything feels like too much  • Identity shifts that come with major life changes  • The emotional intensity and mental load of motherhood  • The ups and downs of entrepreneurship and leadership  • Lessons hidden inside the hardest seasons of growth  • How to move through overwhelming days with more compassion for yourself Because sometimes the moments that feel like everything is falling apart… are actually the moments when your life is quietly expanding. -------------------------------------------------------- This episode is sponsored by FM Bookkeeping 💛 FM Bookkeeping exists to empower business owners and give them peace of mind around their finances. We believe you deserve clarity, confidence, and support—without shame, judgment, or overwhelm. Whether you’re behind, confused, or just tired of carrying the mental load of your numbers, FM Bookkeeping is here to help you feel grounded and in control again. If you’re ready to stop stressing about your books and start feeling supported, visit: 👉 https://www.fmbookkeeping.com Send us Fan Mail

  6. Aug 25

    Choosing Adventure Anyway: Practical Travel Tips for Babies 0–18 Months

    There’s a common belief that once you have a baby, adventure and travel come to a halt. Trips feel harder, spontaneity disappears, and everything suddenly seems complicated. But the truth is — travel doesn’t have to stop. It just looks different. In this episode of Raising Hustle, we break down what traveling with a baby really looks like from 0–18 months. From sleepy newborn flights to energetic toddler travel days, this episode shares practical tips, mindset shifts, and realistic strategies to help you travel with more confidence and less stress. This isn’t about perfect trips — it’s about choosing adventure anyway with preparation, flexibility, and grace. In this episode we cover: • The mindset shift that makes traveling with a baby easier  • What travel looks like at each stage from 0–18 months • Flying tips for newborns, babies, and early toddlers • Packing smarter and simplifying baby travel gear • Differences between flying and road trips with a baby • Managing naps, feeding schedules, and overstimulation • Navigating toddler energy and realistic itineraries • Protecting your energy as a mom while traveling Because your baby isn’t stopping your life — they’re joining it. ✈️👶 -------------------------------------------------------- This episode is sponsored by FM Bookkeeping 💛 FM Bookkeeping exists to empower business owners and give them peace of mind around their finances. We believe you deserve clarity, confidence, and support—without shame, judgment, or overwhelm. Whether you’re behind, confused, or just tired of carrying the mental load of your numbers, FM Bookkeeping is here to help you feel grounded and in control again. If you’re ready to stop stressing about your books and start feeling supported, visit: 👉 https://www.fmbookkeeping.com Send us Fan Mail

  7. Aug 18

    “Why Would You Leave?” — Handling the Questions, Comments, and Quiet Judgment

    Moving away from family or longtime friends isn’t just a logistical decision — it’s emotional, layered, and often misunderstood. And almost immediately, the question comes: “Why would you leave?” Sometimes it’s curiosity. Sometimes it’s concern. And sometimes it’s quiet judgment wrapped in love. In this episode of Raising Hustle, we talk about what it feels like to make a life decision not everyone understands — especially when it involves distance from family, shifting identities, and building a life that looks different than the one you came from. This episode isn’t about blaming anyone. It’s about learning how to stand confidently in your choices, manage other people’s reactions, and trust your intuition when growth calls you somewhere new. Because choosing growth doesn’t mean rejecting love. In this episode we cover: • Why the question “Why would you leave?” can feel so personal • What people often mean behind their comments or concerns • Why growth and opportunity sometimes require distance • The difference between guilt and intuition • Navigating moves and big decisions as a parent • How to handle questions and comments without over-explaining • Managing quiet judgment or shifting family dynamics • Supporting others’ feelings without abandoning your decision • Redefining what closeness and connection really mean You can love where you came from and still know it’s not where you’re meant to stay. Sometimes the hardest part isn’t moving. It’s explaining. -------------------------------------------------------- This episode is sponsored by FM Bookkeeping 💛 FM Bookkeeping exists to empower business owners and give them peace of mind around their finances. We believe you deserve clarity, confidence, and support—without shame, judgment, or overwhelm. Whether you’re behind, confused, or just tired of carrying the mental load of your numbers, FM Bookkeeping is here to help you feel grounded and in control again. If you’re ready to stop stressing about your books and start feeling supported, visit: 👉 https://www.fmbookkeeping.com Send us Fan Mail

  8. Aug 11

    The Quiet Middle: The Postpartum Phase No One Talks About

    There’s a phase of postpartum that rarely gets talked about — the quiet middle. The months around 5–8 postpartum when the newborn adrenaline has worn off, the visitors have gone home, and life is expected to be “back to normal.” But many mothers don’t feel back at all. In this episode, we talk about the emotional and identity shifts that happen during this in-between season — when your baby is becoming more aware, your routines are evolving, and you’re navigating sleep changes, work, marriage, and a version of yourself that still feels unfamiliar. We explore the realities of this stage: the quiet exhaustion, the changing dynamics in relationships, the pressure to feel confident again, and the slow rebuilding of identity, ambition, and trust in your body. Because the quiet middle isn’t dramatic from the outside — but internally, it’s where so much of the real transformation of motherhood happens. -------------------------------------------------------- This episode is sponsored by FM Bookkeeping 💛 FM Bookkeeping exists to empower business owners and give them peace of mind around their finances. We believe you deserve clarity, confidence, and support—without shame, judgment, or overwhelm. Whether you’re behind, confused, or just tired of carrying the mental load of your numbers, FM Bookkeeping is here to help you feel grounded and in control again. If you’re ready to stop stressing about your books and start feeling supported, visit: 👉 https://www.fmbookkeeping.com Send us Fan Mail

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Raising Hustle is where motherhood meets ambition—and where women stop apologizing for chasing big goals while raising a family. Hosted by Mariel Fry, founder of FM Bookkeeping and mom navigating her own growth journey, this podcast pulls back the curtain on what it really looks like to build a business while managing life, relationships, identity shifts, money, and the constant evolution of motherhood. These episodes are honest, empowering, and filled with practical strategy and real conversation. You’ll walk away feeling seen, supported, and inspired to step into your next level—both as a mom and an entrepreneur. If you’re ready to grow on your own terms, you belong here.

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  • Creator
    Mariel Fry
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Raising Hustle
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