Are you curious about what it really means to live a “clean lifestyle”? In this episode co-hosts Jessica and Tara open up about their personal journeys toward creating healthier homes for their families. What started as two very different experiences — a family-wide Celiac disease diagnosis for Tara, and a cancer diagnosis in Jessica’s family — eventually led both women to explore the power of small, intentional swaps.

From food to cleaning supplies to personal care products, Jessica and Tara share how these changes impacted their households emotionally and physically. They also dive into the frustrating world of greenwashing, helping you understand how to spot misleading marketing so you can make better, more informed choices.

Their biggest reminder? You don’t have to overhaul your life overnight. Start small. Swap what feels doable. Notice the difference. And build on it.

Whether you’re just beginning to explore non-toxic living or you’ve been on this path for years, this conversation is packed with relatable stories, practical advice, and encouragement to keep moving forward.

Resources + Links Mentioned:

• Tara’s Clean Living Product List
  
  

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This week on Creative Moms Focus, Samantha and Jessica dive into a conversation every entrepreneurial mom needs to hear—how to prepare for maternity leave while running your own business.

At the time of recording, Jessica was preparing for her third maternity leave (spoiler alert: baby boy is here!) and shares the lessons she’s learned as a solo business owner balancing clients, systems, and family. Even though it’s her third time around, she reminds us that maternity leave never feels easy—but with the right planning, it is possible to step away from work without losing momentum.

Samantha, a mom of two, emphasizes that maternity leave doesn’t have to mean pausing your entire business. Together, the two discuss practical strategies for planning ahead, communicating with clients, automating workflows, and easing back into work at your own pace.

Here’s what you’ll hear in this episode:

• The importance of client communication and setting clear expectations.
  
  

• Why systems and automations are your best friend during leave.
  
  

• How to batch social content, newsletters, and blogs before baby arrives.
  
  

• Why backup plans matter when things don’t go as expected.
  
  

• The value of temporary help (even just 5 hours a week!).
  
  

• How to ease back into work after leave without overwhelming yourself.
  
  

Whether you’re expecting your first baby or navigating maternity leave for the third time, this episode is full of practical advice to help you protect your business and savor this precious season of motherhood.

Tune in to learn how to set yourself—and your clients—up for success during maternity leave.

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Feeling burned out and struggling to find your creative spark again? You’re not alone. In this episode of Creative Moms Focus, Samantha and Jessica open up about the realities of burnout as photographers — and the intentional resets that helped them reconnect with their creativity.

They share personal stories, from taking a painting class at a local arts center to stepping out of their comfort zones at a retreat (including one surprising role behind the camera!). You’ll hear how they recognized the warning signs of burnout—like procrastination, lack of inspiration while editing, and exhaustion after photoshoots—and what steps they took to create space for rest, rejuvenation, and new inspiration.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• The most common signs of creative burnout and how to spot them early.
  
  

• Why stepping away from your camera (and your phone!) can actually make you a stronger photographer.
  
  

• Simple, restorative practices to reignite your inspiration—like embroidery, music, books, walks, or bubble baths.
  
  

• How connecting with other creatives outside your industry can spark fresh ideas.
  
  

• The importance of building “white space” into your schedule as an entrepreneur.
  
  

If you’ve been feeling uninspired or overwhelmed, this conversation is your reminder that rest isn’t wasted time—it’s fuel for your creativity.

We’d love to know: What’s helped you reset and find inspiration lately? Share it with us on social media or send us a message—we’d love to feature your ideas in a future episode. And if you know another photographer or creative who needs this reminder, please pass this episode along!

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