Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All with Nikki

Episode 28: Why Is He Always So Grumpy? The Quiet Stress of Dads in the Chaos of Summer

Ever find yourself tiptoeing around your husband’s bad mood...especially during summer break?
In this episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All, I’m opening up about something real: the short fuse our husbands seem to have when routines go out the window and the house feels chaotic.
This isn’t a husband-bashing episode. It’s a conversation about:
Why dads often struggle with patience when the house is loud, messy, and unpredictable
How the stress they carry shows up in anger, withdrawal, or frustration
Why moms end up in the middle, absorbing the emotional load for everyone
And how we can hold space for more grace—for them and for ourselves
If summer is feeling more like a tension-filled circus than a relaxing break, you’re not alone. Let’s talk about what’s really going on in our homes… and how we can find peace in the middle of the chaos.If you need business marketing or strategy help reach out at www.creationsbynlw.comOr book a call at www.talktonikkiw.com
 

Episode 27: Mid-Summer Mayhem: When You’re Driving Everywhere and Getting Nothing Done

The summer chaos is real. From early-morning drop-offs to late-night pick-ups, it feels like I’m driving in circles all day—and getting nothing done.
In this episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All, I’m talking about the mid-summer slump: when the to-do list grows, the work piles up, and the guilt creeps in because you still haven’t taught your kids any of the things you swore you’d cover this summer.
If you feel like you’re just surviving the schedule and barely holding it together—you are not alone. Let’s talk about the real chaos of summer break, and how to let go of the pressure to “do it all.”If you need help with anything business feel free to reach out www.talktonikkiw.com

Episode 26: Am I Choosing the Right Thing? The Pressure of Making Perfect Mom Decisions

From soccer teams to diving coaches, from school options to summer activities it feels like every decision we make as moms could change the course of our kids’ lives. And the pressure? It’s exhausting.
In this episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All, I’m opening up about the emotional weight of trying to make the “right” choice every single time, and what I’ve learned through decisions that didn’t go the way I planned.
If you’ve ever second-guessed yourself, felt mom guilt over a program you picked, or wondered whether you’re setting your child up for success...or failure...this episode is for you.
This is your reminder that you’re not alone… and maybe there’s no such thing as a perfect decision, just the next right one made with love.
 
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Episode 25: Wait... You’re Already an Entrepreneur (You Just Don’t Know It Yet)

You manage the meals, the money, the soccer snacks, the school emails, and the side hustle…But you still don’t think you’re an entrepreneur?
This episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All is your wake-up call.
I’m breaking down why moms are already running households like CEOs and how that makes us the perfect people to raise the next generation of entrepreneurs. Including:
✅ Real-life ways you’re already building and managing like a boss✅ Why this summer is the perfect time to teach your kids entrepreneurial skills✅ How my kids are growing their own business with Kids Empower Kids✅ And a sneak peek at how easy it is to start a business like the Kids Entrepreneur Camp I’m planning to launch 👀
If you’ve ever said, “I’m not business-minded,” mama...this one’s for you. You don’t need a new title. Just new recognition.If you want to talk strategy find me at www.talktonikkiw.com
Or www.creationsbynlw.com

Episode 24: Boundaries, Burnout, and the Fear of Disappointing People

Ever said “yes” when your gut screamed “no”?Yeah. Me too.
In this episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All, I’m sharing a raw moment from my business this past week when I overcommitted to a client, crossed my own boundaries, and paid the price in exhaustion, stress, and family time lost.
This isn’t just about one project it’s about the pattern so many of us fall into as moms, business owners, and women who hate disappointing others.
If you’ve been struggling to draw the line or stick to it...this one’s for you.
 
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Episode 23: Summer Guilt & Starting Something New: Balancing Family, Business, and Raising Kid Entrepreneurs

The kids are out of school. Your routine is flipped. And suddenly… all your motivation to work disappears under sunscreen and snack requests.
In this episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All, I’m getting real about the pull of summer: wanting to soak up time with your kids, but also trying to keep your business—and your dreams—moving forward.
Plus, I’ll share what we’re doing in our house to make this summer productive AND empowering—including helping my kids build their own business through Kids Empower Kids, exploring dropshipping and affiliate marketing, and a little sneak peek at a summer entrepreneur camp I might just be launching for kids.
If you’re feeling torn between lazy pool days and launching your next funnel—this one’s for you.
 
~Nikki
PharmD | MBA | Mom of 3 | Side Hustler
 
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Episode 22: Planning Over Panic: The Real Time Management Strategy That’s Keeping Me Sane

So many moms tell me their biggest struggle is time management. But what if the real problem isn’t time...it’s how we’re planning?
In this episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All, I’m sharing exactly how I manage my time as a mom of three with a full-time job, a business I’m building, kids in sports and activities, and all the things. Spoiler alert: it’s not perfect. But it is possible.
If you feel like you’re constantly playing catch-up, barely keeping your head above water, or just surviving one chaotic day after another this episode is your breath of fresh air.
 
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Episode 21: When Mother’s Day Doesn’t Feel Like Yours

What happens when the one day that’s “supposed to be for you”… doesn’t feel like it?
In this raw and honest episode of Struggle & Strength, I’m opening up about my Mother’s Day...how it didn’t go the way I hoped, and why that letdown hit a little harder than I expected.
If you’ve ever felt selfish for wanting a break, wanting to be seen, or just wanting one day where you don’t have to do it all… this episode is for you.
💛 Because sometimes the strongest moms are the ones who carry the weight quietly… and finally admit they’re tired.
 
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Episode 20: A Mother’s Day Heart-to-Heart: Lessons from My Mom

What better way to celebrate Mother’s Day than by sitting down with the woman who raised me?
In this special episode of Struggle & Strength, I’m joined by the woman who taught me what it means to be strong, to show up, and to love deeply my mom. We’re getting real about motherhood, the moments that shaped us, the lessons that stuck, and what it’s really like to raise daughters who grow up to chase big dreams.
Whether you’re a mom yourself, missing your mom, or reflecting on the women who helped shape your story this one’s for you.
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Episode 19: Feeling Lonely in a World That Doesn't Share Your Values

What happens when your dreams for your family don’t quite fit the world around you?
In this vulnerable episode of Struggle & Strength, I open up about the real loneliness that sometimes comes with chasing big dreams, living by big values, and raising kids to be kind, respectful, and driven in a world that often feels like it’s moving the other way.
If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re the only one feeling isolated on this journey—you’re not. And maybe…just maybe…loneliness isn’t a sign you’re doing it wrong. Maybe it’s a sign you’re doing something right.
 
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