Coffee, Clients & Naptime

Sarah Maree
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A Mama's Guide To Balancing Parenthood & Working From Home Coffee, Clients, and Naptime, the ultimate podcast for ambitious parents ready to build a fulfilling business while raising their families. Hosted by Sarah Maree - mother, entrepreneur, and mentor with 15 years of experience in building successful businesses. Learn how to find your balance between business and your family, creating your dream life during naptime, or in those precious in-between moments when you're a work from home parent. We share practical tools and proven methods to help you transition from overwhelmed to running a successful business on your own terms. If you're a parent looking to replace the 9-to-5 with flexibility, freedom, and purpose, this podcast is for you. This is the support you need to create the life you’ve always dreamed of - for yourself and your family. So, grab your coffee, and let’s make it happen!   Follow along on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/  Visit us online: https://balancedbizmama.com.au

  1. 3D AGO

    Motherhood, Business & Outgrowing Who You Used to Be

    In this episode, I’m talking about the identity shift that happens when you become a mum in business, yep, the one no one really prepares you for. The moment when you look back at who you used to be and realise she doesn’t quite exist anymore. When pride and grief sit side by side. When your body feels unsettled, not because anything is wrong, but because something big is changing. I unpack what we actually lose when we step into motherhood and business, not just time or freedom, but whole versions of ourselves. The careers we left. The safety of being a beginner. The simplicity of being one thing instead of many. We talk about why this kind of grief doesn’t always look like sadness, but shows up as restlessness, tightness, overwhelm, or nervous system shutdown. And why identity shifts aren’t just emotional reactions, instead they’re physical, embodied experiences. I also explore the internal conflict so many mums carry: The devoted mother The ambitious business owner The woman you were before kids The woman you’re becoming And why the goal isn’t to choose between them, rather it’s integration. This episode dives into how operating against your natural way of working can deepen that sense of disorientation, and how part of becoming who you’re meant to be is relearning your own rhythm, decision-making style, and energy. We finish with what integration actually looks like in real life: not balance, not perfection, but allowing all parts of you to coexist without apology. If you’ve ever felt like you don’t fully recognise yourself anymore, this conversation is for you. Links + Resources→ Come say hi on Instagram: @‌balancedbizmama→ Book in a 1:1 mentoring session→ Join The Balanced Biz Mama Circle (monthly coaching + community for mums in business)→ Subscribe to never miss an episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 min

  2. JAN 27

    Back to School, Transitions & Finding Your Rhythm Again

    Transitions don’t just happen at big milestones. They happen quietly, subtly, and often more often than we expect. In this episode, I’m reflecting on transitions — in motherhood, in business, and in life — and why even positive or expected changes can feel destabilising. Yes, this conversation is timed around the return to school, but the heart of this episode is much bigger than that. It’s about what happens any time life shifts, routines change, or the season you were in no longer fits the one you’re stepping into. In this episode, I explore: Why transitions — even welcome ones — can feel emotionally and energetically unsettling How changes in routine affect our focus, capacity, and sense of rhythm as mums in business The pressure to “move on quickly” or be productive as soon as a transition happens Why finding your rhythm again isn’t instant — and isn’t meant to be How to gently reorient your business and workdays after any season of change This episode is for you if you’re navigating a shift, whether that’s back to school, a new business phase, changing family needs, or simply realising that the way you were working before no longer feels right. It’s a reminder that transitions deserve space. That rhythm returns through awareness, not force. And that you’re allowed to meet each new season with intention, not urgency. Links + Resources→ Come say hi on Instagram: @‌balancedbizmama→ Book in a 1:1 mentoring session→ Join The Balanced Biz Mama Circle (monthly coaching + community for mums in business)→ Subscribe to never miss an episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    19 min

  3. JAN 20

    Visibility, Confidence & Building a Personal Brand without Burnout

    In this episode I’m getting real about visibility, and why it’s often the thing mums in business want to avoid the most. And there’s a reason for that. Visibility without boundaries often leads to burnout. Visibility without a sustainable foundation leads to overwhelm. And visibility before you feel grounded can quickly turn into performing instead of showing up. In this episode, I break down what visibility actually means (and what it doesn’t), especially for mums who are navigating confidence, judgment, and the fear of being seen — not just as business owners, but as working mothers. I talk about: Why visibility feels so exposing, especially for mums in business The difference between authentic visibility and exhausting online performance Why you don’t need to be everywhere or share everything to be “visible” The three non-negotiables for sustainable visibility: authenticity, consistency, and boundaries How to navigate fear of judgment without shrinking yourself How to build a visibility plan that actually fits your capacity and real life This episode isn’t about posting more or doing what everyone else is doing. It’s about showing up in a way that feels aligned, grounded, and sustainable, so the right people can actually find you. If visibility has been something you know you should think about, but secretly dread, this episode is for you. Links + Resources→ Come say hi on Instagram: @‌balancedbizmama→ Book in a 1:1 mentoring session→ Join The Balanced Biz Mama Circle (monthly coaching + community for mums in business)→ Subscribe to never miss an episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    15 min

  4. JAN 12

    Capacity, Real Life & the Realities of Building a Sustainable Business

    In this episode of Coffee, Clients & Naptime, I’m talking about what it really means to design a sustainable business, not one that looks good on paper or online, but one that actually fits your real life. Last week, I shared why I’m not rushing into January and why pacing yourself matters. This episode is the next step. Once you’ve created some breathing room, this is where strategy comes in, but not copy-and-paste strategy. Life-first strategy. Too many mums in business are trying to fit their life around their business. I see it all the time. And honestly, it’s backwards. In this episode, I flip that approach and walk you through how to design your business around the life you already have, considering your kids, your energy, your capacity, and the season you’re in. I cover: What “sustainable” actually means when you’re a mum in business Why copying someone else’s business model often leads to burnout How to do an honest audit of your real capacity (not aspirational capacity) The four questions that change how you design your business When and how to redesign a business that no longer fits your life A simple sustainability test to check if your current pace is actually workable This episode is for you if you want to grow your business in 2026 but not at the expense of your health, your family, or your energy. Sustainability isn’t about doing less for the sake of it. It’s about building something you can maintain through the messy, beautiful reality of real life. Your business should fit your life, not the other way around. And this episode will help you start designing it that way. Links + Resources→ Come say hi on Instagram: @‌balancedbizmama→ Book in a 1:1 mentoring session→ Join The Balanced Biz Mama Circle (monthly coaching + community for mums in business)→ Subscribe to never miss an episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    14 min

  5. JAN 5

    Ambition, Avoiding Burnout & Why I am not rushing into January

    January often comes with a lot of noise. Pressure to start strong. Pressure to move fast. Pressure to have it all figured out. In this episode, I’m sharing why I’m intentionally not rushing January, and what a slower, more grounded start to the year looks like for me as a mum in business. This conversation isn’t about doing less for the sake of it. It’s about understanding your capacity, honouring your nervous system after a big year, and choosing a pace that actually supports long-term growth, not just January motivation. I talk honestly about the guilt that can come up when you don’t want to “hit the ground running,” the difference between momentum and urgency, and how I’m designing my business rhythm as we move into a new year. If you’re feeling the weight of expectations already, or questioning whether you’re doing January “right,” this episode is a reminder that you get to choose your own way in. In this episode, I cover: Why rushing January often leads to burnout later in the year The impact of nervous system regulation on decision-making and momentum How I’m personally approaching the start of the year differently The difference between ambition and urgency Why slow doesn’t mean stagnant How to design a January that supports your real life, not just your goals There’s no single right way to begin the year, only the way that works for you, your family, and the season you’re in. Links + Resources→ Come say hi on Instagram: @‌balancedbizmama→ Join The Balanced Biz Mama Circle (monthly coaching + community for mums in business)→ Subscribe to never miss an episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 min

  6. 12/28/2025

    The 2025 Awakening, A Year of Becoming & What Comes Next in 2026

    2025 wasn’t just another year for mums in business. It was a year of noticing. Of questioning. Of unlearning what no longer fit and slowly becoming something new. In this final episode for 2025 I’m reflecting on what's being called the Great Awakening of 2025, a collective shift I’ve seen in myself, in the mums I work with, and across the wider business space. This episode isn’t about predictions or trends. It’s about awareness. I talk about: Why so many mums in business felt restless, stretched, or quietly dissatisfied this year The emotional and identity shifts that happen before outer change Why clarity often comes after discomfort, not before And how to approach 2026 with intention instead of pressure If you’ve felt like something has been shifting beneath the surface this year — in your work, your values, or the way you want your business to support your life — this episode is your invitation to pause, reflect, and gently look ahead. Not to rush. Not to force a plan. But to trust what’s already unfolding. ✨ What comes next in 2026 doesn’t require a full reinvention, it simply requires awareness, honesty, and permission to evolve. Links + Resources→ Come say hi on Instagram: @‌balancedbizmama→ Join The Balanced Biz Mama Circle (monthly coaching + community for mums in business)→ Subscribe to never miss an episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    14 min

  7. 12/21/2025

    Naptime Chats: Marketing in 2026, The Three Cs & the Professional Identity Crisis with Tania Fielding

    This week I’m joined by the brilliant Tania Fielding from Little Luxe Marketing, a mum of two, ex-corporate marketing director, and now a passionate advocate for women using their skills, experience, and stories to build businesses that feel aligned. Tania’s journey into entrepreneurship started like so many of ours do, with that moment of sitting on maternity leave wondering: What do I even do now? Who am I outside of the job I used to have? She talks openly about that professional identity crisis, the imposter syndrome that hits after years away from the workforce, and the tiny courageous moment that changed everything for her. In this conversation we go deep into: What it actually feels like to rebuild your career after kids The confusion, the overwhelm, the “should I even send this email?” moments and how she slowly rebuilt her confidence through small steps. Using your corporate skills in a new way, without starting from scratch Tania shares how everything she thought she left behind in corporate actually became the foundation for her new business. Why work/life balance isn’t 50/50 and what she aims for instead We talk non-negotiables, structuring work around family rhythms, calendar boundaries, and why balance is really about seasons, not percentages. The imposter syndrome spiral and her advice for getting out of it Including her beautiful “confidence → clarity → conquering” framework. The reality of starting from home with little ones underfoot The overwhelm, the comparison, the urge to do everything and why starting small is the real secret. What she sees coming for marketing in 2026 Community, human-first connection, and why personal brand isn’t a scary word. Her one piece of advice for every mum starting out (Be kind to yourself, it’s powerful.) This conversation is grounding, encouraging, and such a beautiful reminder that you don’t need a clean slate to start a business - you already have a wealth of experience that transfers directly into your next chapter. Links + Resources→ Join the Little Luxe Lounge email community→ Connect with Tania on Instagram: @tania.fielding and @little.luxe.marketing→ Connect with Tania on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taniafielding001→ Or checkout her website: www.littleluxemarketing.com.au→ Come say hi on Instagram: @‌balancedbizmama→ Join The Balanced Biz Mama Circle (monthly coaching + community for mums in business)→ Subscribe to never miss an episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    36 min

  8. 12/07/2025

    Naptime Chats: Neurofeedback, Emotional Resilience & Your Nervous System with Carlie Byrom

    In today’s Naptime Chat, I’m sitting down with Carlie Byrom — mum of three, bookkeeper, and founder of Life Brain Training — to talk about something so many of us feel but rarely get practical support for: our nervous system. Before kids, Carlie worked long days in television. When motherhood came along, she knew 12+ hour days on set weren’t compatible with the kind of parent she wanted to be, so she retrained as a bookkeeper to create more flexibility. But it was her experience parenting a highly sensitive daughter — navigating long, intense meltdowns, feeling helpless, and trying everything — that eventually led her to discover NeurOptimal neurofeedback. What started as something to help her own mental health and her daughter’s emotional regulation has now become a business that supports families Australia-wide. In this episode, we chat about: Carlie’s journey from TV to bookkeeping to running a neurofeedback business around her three kids What NeurOptimal neurofeedback actually is, in real-world language (no science degree required) How brain training supports emotional resilience, regulation and capacity for both mums and kids The reality of parenting a child with big emotions, and what changed when her daughter could finally self-regulate How caring for our nervous system changes the way we show up in business — decision making, stress, and those “too much on my plate” days Simple, real-life ways to build tiny moments of presence into busy days (yes, even if you’re juggling multiple businesses and activities) Why looking after yourself isn’t “optional” if you want a sustainable business and a connected family life Carlie’s gentle advice for mums starting out in business: trust the process and loosen your grip on the outcome If you’ve been feeling overloaded, reactive, or like your capacity never quite matches the size of your to-do list, this conversation will give you both language and hope — plus a really interesting peek into a tool you may never have heard of. Links + Resources→ Connect with Carlie on Facebook or learn more about NeurOptimal on Carlie's website→ Come say hi on Instagram: @‌balancedbizmama→ Join The Balanced Biz Mama Circle (monthly coaching + community for mums in business)→ Subscribe to never miss an episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    32 min
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A Mama's Guide To Balancing Parenthood & Working From Home Coffee, Clients, and Naptime, the ultimate podcast for ambitious parents ready to build a fulfilling business while raising their families. Hosted by Sarah Maree - mother, entrepreneur, and mentor with 15 years of experience in building successful businesses. Learn how to find your balance between business and your family, creating your dream life during naptime, or in those precious in-between moments when you're a work from home parent. We share practical tools and proven methods to help you transition from overwhelmed to running a successful business on your own terms. If you're a parent looking to replace the 9-to-5 with flexibility, freedom, and purpose, this podcast is for you. This is the support you need to create the life you’ve always dreamed of - for yourself and your family. So, grab your coffee, and let’s make it happen!   Follow along on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/  Visit us online: https://balancedbizmama.com.au

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