Ep 17: When One Becomes Two: The Untold Transition of Motherhood with Cori Ware

"My heart was growing and breaking at the same time, and the only thing that gave me hope were the tiny moments of love between my girls." – Cori Ware

In this episode listeners will learn:

• The unspoken emotional challenges of transitioning from one child to two
• Why it’s normal to feel grief, guilt, and joy all at once during this season
• How to balance the needs of your firstborn while bonding with your newborn
• The importance of honesty, community, and giving yourself grace in motherhood
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Becoming a mom of two isn’t just about adding another little one to the family—it’s about navigating an entirely new identity as a parent and redefining how your heart stretches to hold both children. In this heartfelt conversation, Angela sits down with mama and CrossFitter Cori Ware to unpack the real, raw, and often unspoken truth about the transition from one to two.

From the bittersweet ache of “mourning life with just one” to the surprising beauty of watching your firstborn step into the role of big sibling, Cori vulnerably shares her story—the tears, the hope, and the tiny moments that made it all worth it. If you’ve ever walked through this messy adjustment or anticipate it in the future, this episode will make you feel seen, supported, and reminded that you are not alone.

You can follow Cori and her journey on instagram at tacticoolmama

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