Behind The Fold
Behind every success story is a woman balancing the beautiful chaos of motherhood and a career – and “Behind the Fold” is here to share the raw, unfiltered truth of what that really looks like. Hosted by Rachelle Saevil, this podcast is for ambitious women who are navigating the highs and lows of being career-driven mothers. It’s not about perfection; it’s about embracing the mess, letting go of unrealistic expectations, and finding a sustainable path to success — without sacrificing your sanity.
Embrace the raw, candid conversations with women who are redefining what it means to "have it all” - not by following a cookie-cutter formula, but by making it work in their own way. Whether you're a career-driven mom, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone navigating the challenges of family life, this podcast offers real stories, practical advice, and a supportive community for women who are in the trenches and thriving, imperfections and all.
Join in each episode for inspiration, advice, and a community of women who understand the struggle and the beauty of balancing it all. Whether you’re trying to climb the corporate ladder, launch a business, or simply balance the demands of both motherhood and professional life, “Behind the Fold” is your go-to space to reflect, learn, and grow.
Behind The Fold
Owning Your Unique Journey of Motherhood and Career with Anita Siek
Welcome back to Behind the Fold! In today’s episode, I’m joined by special guest Anita Siek—lawyer turned brand and copy strategist, founder of Wordfetti, and host of the Brandfetti podcast. Today, Anita shares her honest and raw experience of stepping into motherhood with her daughter Charlie, from the physical recovery of postpartum to rethinking productivity and reshaping the narratives around balancing family and work. Motherhood is a transformative journey, especially when you're navigating it alongside a growing career, and Anita serves as an inspiring example that we can create a life that works for us!
Stay tuned to hear more on:
- 2:47 - Anita’s transition into motherhood, including the physical and emotional challenges of early postpartum life.
- 4:52 - Confronting toxic narratives about motherhood and career and how Anita has redefined her story.
- 25:20 - Embracing your unique journey of motherhood by getting clear with yourself and others about what you need and want.
- 35:40 - How Anita has found her flow since returning back to work.
- 45:00 - Practical advice for mothers on creating a balance that aligns with their values and desires.
Motherhood pushes us to grow in ways we never anticipated and it’s important to remember that your journey is completely unique to you. If you enjoyed this episode, I’d love to know your thoughts and experiences! Leave me a review, rating, or send me a message on Instagram @RachelleSaevil.
Connect with Anita!
Website: https://anitasiek.com/
Podcast: https://pod.link/brandfetti
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anitasiek/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wordfetti
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