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AND/BOTH Podcast - Real Conversations, Shared Experiences, and the Community You"ve Been Missing

Dr. Ashley Blackington

Hear from moms in all different scenarios doing their absolute best to honor themselves as individuals in a world that would prefer, as mothers, we not. ⁠ ⁠ Hear from moms who are trying to figure out what that "something" is after the life altering transition into motherhood.⁠ ⁠ Hear from moms that say "I know I need to do something for myself and this is what it is, but it feels impossible to do it"⁠ ⁠ What is the AND/BOTH that you are juggling with motherhood? Career, hobbies, entrepreneurship,

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70. From Surgeon to Startup: Dr. Noor Ali on Building...

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2025/04/18

Support AND/BOTH:Help us offset production costs while we're growingIn this episode of The And Both Podcast, Dr. Ashley welcomes Dr. Noor Ali, a Bangladeshi-American medical doctor turned health insurance consultant, community builder, and beverage brand co-founder. Dr. Ali shares her remarkable journey from immigrating to the U.S. at age five to becoming a surgeon abroad—and later pivoting her career after facing insurmountable red tape while trying to transfer her medical credentials back to the

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69. Trauma Lives in the Body: Sangheetha...

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2025/04/11

Support AND/BOTH:Help us offset production costs while we're growingIn this episode of The And Both Podcast, Ashley sits down with the incredible Sangheetha Parthasarathy—a Harvard and MIT alum, birth worker, and now nervous system coach. Sanha’s career journey took her from major consulting firms like Oracle and Accenture to co-founding a nonprofit focused on birth advocacy and eventually building her own body of work around somatic trauma healing and nervous system regulation.Ashley and

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47:47

68. Feeding with Love: Supporting Infants and Mothers...

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2025/04/04

Support AND/BOTH:Help us offset production costs while we're growingIn this episode, Ashley is joined by Suzie Driscoll, a pediatric occupational therapist and founder of Tiny and Mighty Therapy, specializing in infant feeding. Together, they reflect on becoming first-time moms during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic and how those experiences shaped their parenting, careers, and personal growth.Suzie shares her journey from working at Seattle Children’s Hospital to launching her own private

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01:02:23

67. Startups, Parenting and Unexpected Caregiving...

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2025/03/28

Support AND/BOTH:Help us offset production costs while we're growingIn this episode, we're sitting down with Ellen Hockley—a seasoned entrepreneur, mom of two, and caregiver—to explore what it truly looks like to build and grow businesses while managing life’s most demanding roles. Ellen shares her journey from founding a sustainable event planning company in NYC, to launching a maternity activewear brand during the pandemic, and most recently, starting her consulting firm that supports postpartum

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58:22

66. Beyond Marketing: Exploring the Heart of Branding...

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2025/03/21

Support AND/BOTH:Help us offset production costs while we're growingIn this episode of The And Both Podcast, Laura Bull, founder of The Brand Management Company and author of From Individual to Empire, joins us for an insightful conversation on personal branding, motherhood, and how identity evolves over time. Laura shares her journey from becoming one of the youngest executives at Sony Music—working with stars like Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley—to launching her own brand agency while raising

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50:46

65. Taking Time for You: The Power of 'Momcations'...

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2025/03/14

Support AND/BOTH:Help us offset production costs while we're growingIn this episode, we chat with Jillian McCloskey, founder of Momcations.co, a travel company specializing in vacations just for moms. Jillian shares how her first solo trip to Iceland transformed her as a mother and inspired her to create a business that helps other moms take guilt-free, stress-free getaways—whether it's a solo trip, a retreat with other moms, or a quick weekend escape.What you'll learn:Why every mom needs a real

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53:25

64. The Power of Community for Entrepreneurial Moms:...

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2025/03/07

Support AND/BOTH:Help us offset production costs while we're growingIn this episode of In Both, host Ashley sits down with Erica Hannafin, the former CEO of Hey Mama, a massive networking community for entrepreneurial moms. Erica shares her insights on balancing business growth with motherhood, the unique strengths moms bring to entrepreneurship, and how to build confidence in both roles. With five successful acquisitions under her belt, she discusses her journey, the power of community, and how

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55:20

63. Living in Alignment: Heather Chauvin on the...

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2025/02/28

Support AND/BOTH:Help us offset production costs while we're growingIn this episode, I sit down with Heather Chauvin, a leadership coach who helps successful women live, work, and parent on their own terms—with courage and authenticity. Heather’s journey took a dramatic turn in 2013 when a stage 4 cancer diagnosis forced her to reevaluate everything she had been taught about motherhood, success, and sacrifice. Since then, she has been on a mission to challenge cultural expectations that lead to

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01:00:12

62. Transparency in Parenting: Natasha Golinsky on...

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2025/02/21

Support AND/BOTH:Help us offset production costs while we're growingIn this episode, I sit down with Natasha Golinski, a business coach dedicated to helping solopreneur moms build teams, reclaim their time, and work fewer hours while maintaining a full-time income. As a mother of three and an entrepreneur, Natasha understands the overwhelming challenge of balancing business, family, and personal time without burnout.We dive deep into the myths of motherhood and business, why so many moms feel

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48:50

61. The Power of Community: Supporting Women Through...

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2025/02/14

Support AND/BOTH:Help us offset production costs while we're growingIn this episode, I sit down with Marnie Madras, the founder and CEO of Rumbly, a modern motherhood brand redefining the pregnancy experience. Marnie shares her journey from a corporate and startup career to becoming a postpartum doula and entrepreneur, all while balancing life as a mom of four. We talk about the challenges of pregnancy, the societal expectations placed on moms, and how Rumbly is helping women prioritize themselves

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01:05:21

60. Global Perspectives on Parenthood: Mari Parker’s...

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2025/02/07

Support AND/BOTH:Help us offset production costs while we're growingIn this episode, I chat with Mari Parker, a mom, entrepreneur, and the President & COO of Bouldr. We dive into the experience of pregnancy and motherhood at different life stages, the lessons learned from raising multiple children, and the balance between identity, career, and caregiving. Mary shares her insights on parenting with perspective, navigating change, and the importance of prioritizing yourself while raising a

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51:46

59. Women, Entrepreneurship, and Risk-Taking in the...

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2025/01/31

Support AND/BOTH:Help us offset production costs while we're growingIn this episode, we talk with Allison Prieur, a mom of three and a nonprofit professional with over 20 years of experience in the sector. We dive into the gender and racial disparities in nonprofit work, how passion-driven labor is often undervalued, and the financial instability that so many nonprofit workers face. Allison shares how becoming a mom changed her perspective on the sector and led her to entrepreneurship, and we

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50:45

58. Compassion for Disruptive Life Experiences:...

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2025/01/24

Support AND/BOTH:Help us offset production costs while we're growingConnect with Katie:Connect with Ashley:Website:https://dovetaildesigns.coPodcast website:https://www.andbothpodcast.com/AND/BOTH Community:https://www.andbothpodcast.com/andboth-communityDovetail® App:https://airtable.com/appn6w6IWipJYIuA3/pagZys7UnECzM46iJ/formSocial:Instagram:@dovetailappFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/dovetaildesigns.coLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyblackington/

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55:20

57. Building a Business You Love Without Sacrificing...

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2025/01/17

Support AND/BOTH:Help us offset production costs while we're growingIn this episode, we chat with Jessica Murray, founder of Empower, shares her journey from corporate success to building a business that aligns with her values as a mother and entrepreneur. Jessica reflects on the identity shift motherhood brings and how it impacts career choices, offering actionable insights for moms navigating similar transitions.What you’ll learn in this episode:The emotional and professional challenges of

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01:01:17

56. From Chemical Engineering to Retail Strategist:...

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2025/01/10

Support AND/BOTH:Help us offset production costs while we're growingIn this episode, we chat with Monique Hutcherson Benoit, a dynamic leader in retail and a mom of four, shares her remarkable journey from chemical engineering to retail strategy at Ulta Beauty, where she champions BIPOC-owned brands. Monique discusses the importance of embracing pivots, balancing career aspirations with motherhood, and the challenges of managing a large family while navigating life’s unexpected turns. With honesty

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53:37

55. Growing Upwell: Systems, Self-Care and...

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2025/01/03

Support AND/BOTH:Help us offset production costs while we're growingIn this episode, Caitlin Wells, founder of Upwell Strategies, shares her journey of leaving a corporate job at the start of the pandemic to build a business focused on helping small business owners—especially moms—streamline their operations with effective systems and automations. Caitlin talks about the delicate balance of growing her company while navigating new motherhood, the challenges of finding suitable childcare, and the

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56:47

54. The Truth About Work-Life Balance and Why It’s...

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2024/12/27

Support AND/BOTH:Help us offset production costs while we're growingIn today's episode, we chat with Jessica Freeman from Jess Creatives as she shares her journey of building a successful business while balancing motherhood. Jess discusses how she grew her web design and SEO business, transitioned from a traditional job to entrepreneurship, and navigates the challenges of being a mom and business owner. She highlights the importance of prioritizing tasks, setting boundaries, and creating efficient

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52:54

53. The Power of Communication: Balancing Conflict...

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2024/12/20

Support AND/BOTH:Help us offset production costs while we're growingIn this episode, Valerie Polunas, founder of Flowing River Conflict Solutions, LLC, shares her journey into conflict management and how she helps individuals, couples, and organizations navigate conflict with confidence. Valerie discusses her background in education, her passion for teaching communication and conflict resolution skills, and the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship as a mom. She provides insights into the

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52. Building Compassionate Workplaces: How...

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2024/12/13

Join AND/BOTH podcast guests and other listeners like you inside the AND/BOTH community!Connect with Sarah: Website: https://www.automynd.comLinkedInPersonal LinkedIn: Connect with Ashley:Website:https://dovetaildesigns.coPodcast website:https://www.andbothpodcast.com/Dovetail® App:https://airtable.com/appn6w6IWipJYIuA3/pagZys7UnECzM46iJ/formSocial:Instagram:@dovetailappFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/dovetaildesigns.coLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyblackington/Support AND/BOTH:Help us

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01:04:12

51. From MTV to Motherhood: Marnie Ellis on Life,...

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2024/12/06

In this engaging episode, Emmy-nominated producer Marni Blake Ellis shares her inspiring journey from an MTV internship to producing critically acclaimed documentaries, reality shows, and digital programming for major networks like HBO, Bravo, and TLC. As a mom and a seasoned industry professional, Marni discusses the challenges of balancing a demanding career, her battle with stress-related multiple sclerosis, and the joys of raising her son while adapting to the ever-changing landscape of

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