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Reflecting on Season 1: Heartfelt Conversations with Extraordinary Moms | It's a Circus Podcast

In the season finale of It's a Circus Podcast, host Elsa takes us on a journey through the highlights of their inaugural season. Featuring insightful recaps and impactful moments from various episodes, Elsa reflects on the powerful, vulnerable, and honest stories shared by nine incredible guests, including her husband. From navigating motherhood and career shifts to understanding personal journeys through surrogacy and postnatal challenges, each guest brings a unique perspective. Special moments from conversations with Crystal, Neda, Amy Jo, Spardha, Corinne, Saena, Emma, and Terra provide wisdom, comfort, and a sense of community. Join Elsa as she celebrates the strength, resilience, and humor found in the circus of parenting.

00:00 Welcome to It's a Circus!

00:21 Season One Recap

01:23 Crystal's Journey

05:52 Neda's Insights

10:12 Amy Jo's Perspective

12:26 Spardha's Experience

16:46 Corinne's Story

23:50 Emma's Emotional Journey

28:22 Terra's Wisdom

30:41 Thank You and Farewell

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Step right up to the podcast that tells it like it really is—because parenting isn’t always picture-perfect, but it’s always worth the ride.

Hosted by entrepreneur and mom Elsa Marit, It’s a Circus brings you real, unfiltered conversations with parents who know what it’s like to balance the chaos of kids, careers, and everything in between. Through heartfelt interviews and personal storytelling, Elsa peels back the layers of parenting to reveal the messy, hilarious, and deeply human moments we all experience—but rarely talk about.

This isn’t a guide to having it all figured out. It’s a reminder that you don’t have to.

Tune in for laughs, confessions, and insights that will leave you feeling connected, comforted, and ready to take on the next act. Hit subscribe—because life in the circus is better when we’re in it together. 🎪✨

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Join your host Elsa on 'It's a Circus' as she welcomes Tara, founder of Pink Sebastian Boutique and Women Powering Change, for an inspiring conversation. Tara shares her incredible journey from running a private Montessori school to launching a mobile fashion truck dedicated to empowering women through style, community, and meaningful connection. Discover Tara's insights on transitions, motherhood, the importance of having a 'why,' and creating a legacy. Delve into real conversations about embracing big dreams, the significance of living in color, and the art of balancing life and business. This episode is a masterclass in moving through life with purpose and resilience. Don't miss this heartwarming and motivational episode as Tara imparts wisdom on pursuing passion, leading with heart, and building powerful communities. Tune in for a show that promises to make you feel more connected and inspired.

00:00 Introduction: Embrace Your Uniqueness
00:10 Welcome to 'It's a Circus'
00:37 Meet Tara: A Journey of Reinvention
03:51 Motherhood and Mentorship
08:17 The Birth of Pink Sebastian Boutique
09:54 Building a Community-Focused Business
14:38 Navigating Challenges and Staying Focused
19:56 The Power of Giving Back
23:40 The Mobile Fashion Truck Dream
32:06 Leveraging Mentorship and Community
36:06 Taking Action and Finding Flow
37:04 Knowing When to Move On
38:42 Reinventing Yourself at 50
41:13 Empowering Women Through Fashion
42:21 Building Relationships with Clients
44:10 The Importance of Color and Fit
50:22 Creating a Supportive Community
54:24 Balancing Life and Business
01:01:26 Lessons in Business and Life
01:11:59 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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🎪 It’s a Circus 🎙️

Step right up to the podcast that tells it like it really is—because parenting isn’t always picture-perfect, but it’s always worth the ride.

Hosted by entrepreneur and mom Elsa Marit, It’s a Circus brings you real, unfiltered conversations with parents who know what it’s like to balance the chaos of kids, careers, and everything in between. Through heartfelt interviews and personal storytelling, Elsa peels back the layers of parenting to reveal the messy, hilarious, and deeply human moments we all experience—but rarely talk about.

This isn’t a guide to having it all figured out. It’s a reminder that you don’t have to.

Tune in for laughs, confessions, and insights that will leave you feeling connected, comforted, and ready to take on the next act. Hit subscribe—because life in the circus is better when we’re in it together. 🎪✨

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In this heartfelt episode of It's a Circus, host Elsa delves into deep and meaningful conversations with her friend Emma, a tech lawyer and mother of two. Together, they share the joys and challenges of motherhood, discussing Emma's incredible journey through postpartum experiences and a health diagnosis that required aggressive treatment. Emma's story is one of grit and resilience, offering invaluable insights into endometriosis, the importance of support networks, and the reality of parental mental health. From gender disappointment to the unforeseen complexities of parenthood, Elsa and Emma provide a raw and inspiring look at their world, ensuring listeners that they are not alone in their feelings and experiences. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking genuine connection and understanding in their parenting journey.

00:00 Introduction and Host's Opening Remarks

00:29 Guest Introduction: Meet Emma

03:47 Emma's Journey to Motherhood

05:58 Facing Health Challenges Postpartum

08:58 Navigating Medical Misogyny and Endometriosis

13:15 Pregnancy and Life Changes

23:16 Postpartum Experiences and Support Systems

36:07 Navigating Postpartum Anxiety

36:34 The Three-Week Postpartum Lull

37:18 Support Networks and Postpartum Challenges

42:34 Health Diagnosis During Postpartum

46:59 The Importance of Support and Community

59:51 Gender Disappointment and Preparing for Baby #2

01:09:40 Advice for New Parents

01:12:25 Final Thoughts and Parting Words

🎪 It’s a Circus 🎙️

Step right up to the podcast that tells it like it really is—because parenting isn’t always picture-perfect, but it’s always worth the ride.

Hosted by entrepreneur and mom Elsa Marit, It’s a Circus brings you real, unfiltered conversations with parents who know what it’s like to balance the chaos of kids, careers, and everything in between. Through heartfelt interviews and personal storytelling, Elsa peels back the layers of parenting to reveal the messy, hilarious, and deeply human moments we all experience—but rarely talk about.

This isn’t a guide to having it all figured out. It’s a reminder that you don’t have to.

Tune in for laughs, confessions, and insights that will leave you feeling connected, comforted, and ready to take on the next act. Hit subscribe—because life in the circus is better when we’re in it together. 🎪✨