Mommy is Thriving
Mommy is Thriving is a podcast for working moms juggling all the things, trying to stay sane, present, and productive in a world that doesn’t pause for burnout, grief, or self-doubt. Each episode feels like a real conversation at the kitchen counter, diving into executive functioning, time management, messy motherhood, and how to keep going when you’re stretched thin, because you’re not alone, and thriving doesn’t have to mean doing it all.
Between iPads and Memories: Navigating Motherhood Today
In this heartfelt continuation of Episode 3, Sami Galbo and Eryn Vargo open up about the realities of raising kids in two very different times — from pen and paper classrooms to today’s digital world. Together, they explore the pressures of technology in education, the importance of protecting childhood innocence, and the vital reminder that it’s okay not to be okay. With honesty, humor, and grace, this conversation reminds every mom that you’re not alone on this journey.
Building Dreams & Raising Kids: Erin Vargo’s Story of Community, Courage & Motherhood (Part 1)
In this inspiring first part of our conversation, host Sami Galbo sits down with Erin Vargo, the powerhouse mompreneur behind Orlando Mom Collective. Erin shares how she transformed a small freelance gig into a thriving media platform connecting moms, businesses, and communities across Central Florida—all while raising four kids across a 22-year age span.
From navigating motherhood during the pre-digital era to leading a business through the challenges of COVID-19, Erin opens up about mindset shifts, balancing work and family, and the realities of building a legacy company for the ne...
Beyond the To-Do List: Thriving with Values, Systems, and Sanity — with Courtney from Working Moms Movement
Welcome back, Mama! In Part 2 of this heartfelt and practical conversation, Sami sits down again with Courtney from @workingmomsmovement to go deeper into what thriving truly means for modern moms. From real-life parenting struggles to letting go of perfectionism, Courtney shares the power of life management systems rooted in personal values—and how they can transform your time, energy, and mindset.
They talk Play-Doh disasters, sock drawer breakdowns, and why outsourcing isn't selfish—it's survival. Plus, get Courtney’s biggest time-saving secret and a special discount on the SAMi visual planning board made for moms, by moms.
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Mommy is Thriving Episode 2: You’re Not Failing—You’re Overloaded: Courtney Cecil and Sami Galbo on the Systems Working Moms Actually Need
In this deeply honest and empowering episode of Mommy is Thriving, host Sami Galbo sits down with Courtney Cecil, founder of The Working Moms Movement, for a conversation that every modern mom needs to hear.
Courtney shares how she helps women move from stretched-thin and stuck in survival mode to clear, calm, and in control, without doing it all alone. From redefining executive function to building systems at home that mirror the clarity we crave at work, this episode explores the real reasons moms feel so overwhelmed, and how to start changing the script.
<...Mommy is Thriving podcast interview with Siraya Gloudemans, Stay at Home Zookeeper
Hosted by Sami Galbo, this very first episode features someone we’ve been so excited to speak with—Siraya Gloudemans. She’s a mom of three, an autism activist, a brilliant content creator, and the inspiring voice behind @stayathomezookeeper. What makes Siraya stand out is how she brings order, empathy, and humor to the beautiful chaos of family life.
In this episode, Sami and Siraya dive into how to create systems that support both moms and kids, the power of visual routines, and how to stay grounded through unpredictable days. If you're a mom looking for structure, support, and in...
Mommy is Thriving podcast interview with Siraya Gloudemans, Stay at Home Zookeeper

Welcome to Mommy is Thriving
Mommy is Thriving is a podcast for working moms who are juggling all the things and trying to stay sane, present and productive. This podcast is for the women doing their best in a world that doesn't pause for burnout, grief or self-doubt. Each episode is like sitting at the kitchen counter with a friend you gets it. We'll talk executive functioning, time management, real life chaos and how to keep going when you're already stretched thin. If you've ever wondered, " How am I supposed to do it...