Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All with Nikki

Ever said “yes” when your gut screamed “no”? Yeah. Me too. In this episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All, I’m sharing a raw moment from my business this past week when I overcommitted to a client, crossed my own boundaries, and paid the price in exhaustion, stress, and family time lost. This isn’t just about one project it’s about the pattern so many of us fall into as moms, business owners, and women who hate disappointing others. If you’ve been struggling to draw the line or stick to it...this one’s for you. Need Business Help? visit Creations By NLW www.creationsbynlw.com Pharmacist moms: Join the Pharmacist Mom Side Hustle Circle: Dose of Freedom https://www.facebook.com/groups/pharmacistmomsidehustle

The kids are out of school. Your routine is flipped. And suddenly… all your motivation to work disappears under sunscreen and snack requests. In this episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All, I’m getting real about the pull of summer: wanting to soak up time with your kids, but also trying to keep your business—and your dreams—moving forward. Plus, I’ll share what we’re doing in our house to make this summer productive AND empowering—including helping my kids build their own business through Kids Empower Kids, exploring dropshipping and affiliate marketing, and a little sneak peek at a summer entrepreneur camp I might just be launching for kids. If you’re feeling torn between lazy pool days and launching your next funnel—this one’s for you. ~Nikki PharmD | MBA | Mom of 3 | Side Hustler If you need online business strategy or marketing help feel free to reach out at www.creationsbynlw.com

So many moms tell me their biggest struggle is time management. But what if the real problem isn’t time...it’s how we’re planning? In this episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All, I’m sharing exactly how I manage my time as a mom of three with a full-time job, a business I’m building, kids in sports and activities, and all the things. Spoiler alert: it’s not perfect. But it is possible. If you feel like you’re constantly playing catch-up, barely keeping your head above water, or just surviving one chaotic day after another this episode is your breath of fresh air. Need marketing help? Visit Creations By NLW https://www.creationsbynlw.com Pharmacist moms: Join the Pharmacist Mom Side Hustle Circle: Dose of Freedom https://www.facebook.com/groups/pharmacistmomsidehustle

What happens when the one day that’s “supposed to be for you”… doesn’t feel like it? In this raw and honest episode of Struggle & Strength, I’m opening up about my Mother’s Day...how it didn’t go the way I hoped, and why that letdown hit a little harder than I expected. If you’ve ever felt selfish for wanting a break, wanting to be seen, or just wanting one day where you don’t have to do it all… this episode is for you. 💛 Because sometimes the strongest moms are the ones who carry the weight quietly… and finally admit they’re tired. Need marketing help? Visit Creations By NLW https://www.creationsbynlw.com Pharmacist moms: Join the Pharmacist Mom Side Hustle Circle: Dose of Freedom https://www.facebook.com/groups/pharmacistmomsidehustle

What better way to celebrate Mother’s Day than by sitting down with the woman who raised me? In this special episode of Struggle & Strength, I’m joined by the woman who taught me what it means to be strong, to show up, and to love deeply my mom. We’re getting real about motherhood, the moments that shaped us, the lessons that stuck, and what it’s really like to raise daughters who grow up to chase big dreams. Whether you’re a mom yourself, missing your mom, or reflecting on the women who helped shape your story this one’s for you. Need marketing help? Visit Creations By NLW https://www.creationsbynlw.com Pharmacist moms: Join the Pharmacist Mom Side Hustle Circle: Dose of Freedom https://www.facebook.com/groups/pharmacistmomsidehustle

What happens when your dreams for your family don’t quite fit the world around you? In this vulnerable episode of Struggle & Strength, I open up about the real loneliness that sometimes comes with chasing big dreams, living by big values, and raising kids to be kind, respectful, and driven in a world that often feels like it’s moving the other way. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re the only one feeling isolated on this journey—you’re not. And maybe…just maybe…loneliness isn’t a sign you’re doing it wrong. Maybe it’s a sign you’re doing something right. P.S. If you're serious about taking that next step, I can help! Book A Call https://www.talktonikkiw.com Or join my Pharmacist Mom Side Hustle community https://www.facebook.com/groups/pharmacistmomsidehustle

Giving a Voice to the Invisible with Kat Curnow What if the battles you fought every day were ones no one else could see? In this powerful episode of Struggle & Strength, I sit down with Kat Curnow, a passionate advocate for both visible and invisible disabilities and chronic illnesses. As a mom to a fiercely independent 12-year-old and two lively Great Danes, Kat’s life is full...but so are the challenges she faces and champions for others. We talk about what it really means to live with (and advocate for) struggles that are often unseen by the outside world, how Kat balances it all, and the resilience it takes to show up every day when the world doesn’t always understand your journey. 💡 If you've ever felt unseen, unheard, or misunderstood...this conversation is a powerful reminder: your strength matters, even when it’s invisible.

Have you ever wondered when all your hard work would finally pay off...not in money, but in purpose? In this heartfelt episode, Nikki shares a behind-the-scenes look at what it feels like when things start clicking into place after months (or years) of showing up, sacrificing, and staying the course. From giving up roles that no longer served her to finally finding clarity, support, and alignment, this is a raw and real reminder that your breakthrough may be closer than you think. 🎧 Tune in to hear: ✅ Why success isn’t always about numbers ✅ The emotional shift that comes with walking in your purpose ✅ What it looks like when peace replaces pressure ✅ A message for moms who are still in the messy middle 💡 If you’ve been putting in the work but wondering if it’s all worth it...this episode is your sign to keep going. Need help with a business idea or getting started? Book a discovery call with Nikki! www.creationsbynlw.com Want to Join a community of other pharmacist moms who are starting side hustles: The Pharmacist Mom Side Hustle Circle: Dose of Freedom | Facebook

What if you could learn exactly how someone thinks and then use your words to inspire them to take action? In this episode of Struggle & Strength, I sit down with Mason VanMeter, the entrepreneur who first introduced me to Russell Brunson and the world of ClickFunnels. Mason’s influence launched me into the business I have today...but his own journey has evolved into something completely new: MouthMatics. MouthMatics is the art of understanding how people are wired so you can communicate in a way that moves them whether it’s your clients, your kids, or your community. It’s part psychology, part influence, and all about mastering the skill of connection. 💡 If you’ve ever wished people would just get it when you talk...this episode is a must-listen!! Mason Vanmeter Mouthmatics Sales Accelerator [email protected] If you are a pharmacist looking to start a side hustle and want to join other pharmacists already doing it join The Pharmacist Mom Side Hustle Circle: Dose of Freedom Facebook Community: The Pharmacist Mom Side Hustle Circle: Dose of Freedom | Facebook

What if your child could leave high school with real-life financial skills and even savings in the bank? This week, I’m joined by Deb Kierstead, the creator of Live Skills Money, a crash course designed to help families raise money-smart, financially confident kids. Deb shares how her son used her signature “Marg’s Method” to save over $100K by age 23, how homeschooling shaped her teaching style, and how any mom...no matter how busy or overwhelmed can start helping their kids understand money today. 🎧 In this episode, we talk about: ✅ Why financial literacy isn’t being taught (and how YOU can teach it at home) ✅ How to incorporate money lessons into daily life ✅ Advice for moms ready to launch their own ideas ✅ What’s next for Live Skills Money 💡 If you want to raise confident, money-smart kids without needing to be a financial guru...this episode is your starting line. 👇 Listen in and share with a fellow mama! 📲 Connect with Deb Kierstead: 🌐 Website: https://debkierstead.com/ 📘 Crash Course: https://www.liveskillsmoney.com/crashcourse 📩 Email: @kierstead.deb 💼 Ready to start your own business but don’t know where to begin? If you’re a mom with big dreams and no roadmap, I’ve got you. 👉 Book a strategy call with me at www.CreationsByNLW.com and let’s map out your next steps together.

How do we raise kids who don’t just succeed but who show up for others with heart and integrity? In this episode, I share a personal story about teaching my kids what it truly means to be kind and why small acts of compassion matter more than we think. When someone in my professional world experienced loss, we did something simple—but powerful. And what unfolded became a beautiful moment of connection, love, and lifelong values. 💡 This episode is for every mom who wants to raise not just good kids but good people.

What happens when a mom of three, COO, soccer coach, cookie mom, and entrepreneur finally chooses herself? Everything changes. In this deeply personal episode of Struggle & Strength, I share the moment I realized I was saying yes to everyone but myself and how one decision to put my own needs first created a ripple effect I never expected. From letting go of roles I didn’t need, to stepping into my health and launching my business, this is the story of what can happen when moms stop putting themselves last. 🎧 Tune in to hear: ✅ The real pressure of “doing it all” ✅ The mindset shift that helped me break free ✅ How saying no opened doors to unexpected yeses ✅ Why self-prioritization is the key to your next level 💡 If you’ve been waiting for permission to prioritize YOU...this is it.

💡 Is your career draining you, but you're unsure how to pivot? Today, I’m sitting down with Lorraine Danise Zinga, a long-term care pharmacist turned entrepreneur, who knows exactly what it’s like to feel stuck in a demanding career with no clear way out. Lorraine has worked in retail, hospital, and long-term care pharmacy, but after years of long hours, stressful KPIs, and limited career flexibility, she started to wonder: Is this really all there is? 🎧 In this episode, Lorraine shares: ✅ The reality of being a pharmacist (and why it's not what most people think!) ✅ How she found a new passion with Arbonne & health coaching ✅ The struggles of balancing a full-time career with a side hustle ✅ Her advice for women looking to break free from traditional career paths 💡 If you’ve ever questioned your career path, felt exhausted by your job, or wanted to explore entrepreneurship, this episode will inspire you to think bigger. Lorraine Danise Zinga Email: [email protected] Website: https://Lorrainezinga.arbonne.com/

💡 Have you ever felt like just giving up? Because same. Lately, I’ve been questioning everything. Am I good enough to run my own business? Can I really make this work? Am I even capable of balancing it all? The only thing standing in my way? My own self-doubt. 🎧 In this raw and honest episode, I open up about: ✅ The limiting beliefs that have been holding me back ✅ Why self-doubt creeps in even when we know we’re capable ✅ The exact moment I thought about quitting everything ✅ How I’m pushing past fear and taking action anyway 💡 Because here’s the truth: The only way we truly fail is if we stop trying. 🎧 Listen now and let’s have a real conversation about pushing through self-doubt and betting on yourself. 📩 Have you ever struggled with this? Drop a comment or DM me—I want to hear your story! #StruggleAndStrength #MomLife #LimitingBeliefs #SelfDoubt #PodcastEpisode11 #YouGotThis Need accountability click the button below to join my accountability program: Accountability Alliance Offer

Have you ever wondered what your kids REALLY think about you? For Episode 10 of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All with Nikki, I decided to do something different...I let my kids take the mic! 🎤 🎧 In this fun, unfiltered, and heartwarming episode, we talk about: ✅ What it’s REALLY like having me as their mom 😂 ✅ Their favorite (and least favorite) things I do ✅ What they think I do when I’m “working” ✅ Their thoughts on family, dreams, and what love means to them ❤️ 💡 This episode is full of laughs, sweet moments, and probably a few unexpected surprises. It’s a reminder that at the end of the day, what matters most is the love and connection we build with our kids.

Are we truly present in our kids’ lives? In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in the daily grind...working, running a business, managing a household and suddenly realize we’re missing the little moments with our kids. But with the rise of youth mental health struggles, school threats, and heartbreaking suicides, it’s more clear than ever: Our kids need us. They need to feel seen, heard, and loved. 🎧 In this episode, I’m opening up about: ✅ The real struggle of balancing life and still being present for our kids ✅ Why quality time > quantity of time (and how to make the most of both) ✅ How to create a safe space for our kids to talk to us about anything ✅ Small daily habits to show our kids they’re truly valued & loved 💡 Because at the end of the day, our kids don’t need perfection...they just need US. ✨ Listen now and let’s talk about how we can show up for our kids, even in the busiest seasons of life.

✨ Can you chase your dreams without feeling like you’re missing out on your family’s life? This was the internal battle I faced when I left for Funnel Hacking Live 10 and in this episode, I’m getting real about what it felt like. For the first time ever, I left my kids for 5 full days and 4 nights. It was bittersweet...I felt mom guilt creeping in, wondering what moments I was missing back home. But at the same time? I had the time of my life. 🎧 In this episode, I share: ✅ The emotional struggle of stepping away from my kids to focus on my business ✅ Why prioritizing YOURSELF isn’t selfish it’s necessary ✅ How taking this leap helped me find my vision for my business and future ✅ The life-changing experiences and connections I made at FHL 10 💡 Here’s the truth: You can’t pour from an empty cup. Taking time to invest in yourself whether it’s for personal growth, self-care, or business doesn’t mean you’re failing as a mom. It means you’re setting yourself up to be an even better one. ✨ Listen now and let’s talk about why betting on yourself is ALWAYS worth it! 📩 Have you ever struggled with mom guilt while chasing your dreams? Let’s talk about it...comment below #StruggleAndStrength #MomLife #FHL10 #BetOnYourself #BusinessGrowth #MomGuiltIsReal #YouGotThis

💡 Can you really ‘Have It All’? Love, business, motherhood...without losing yourself? This week on Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All with Nikki, I’m joined by Anna K. Morris, a relationship coach, entrepreneur, podcast host, and mom of two, who has dedicated her career to helping powerful women create the love and life they truly want. But juggling business, relationships, and motherhood isn’t easy and Anna gets real about the struggles, the lessons, and the breakthroughs that have shaped her journey. 🎧 In this episode, we dive into: ✅ How Anna overcame limiting beliefs to create a life and relationship she loves ✅ The biggest challenges of balancing work, family, and self-care ✅ How to manage ‘mom guilt’ and prioritize yourself without feeling selfish ✅ The key to strong relationships starting with self-love ✅ What it really means to Have It All (and how YOU can, too!) 💡 If you’ve ever felt stretched too thin, stuck in old patterns, or unsure how to balance it all, this episode is packed with wisdom and practical tips to help you move forward. ✨ Listen now and learn how to create the love, business, and life you deserve! Anna K. Morris: Email: [email protected] Website: www.Annakmorris.com

💡 Ever feel like life is constantly throwing curveballs? You’re not alone! This week on Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All with Nikki, I had a guest interview planned… but life had other plans! Instead of panicking, I pivoted—just like we moms and entrepreneurs do every single day. 🎧 In this episode, I dive into: ✅ The importance of flexibility when juggling motherhood, business, and life. ✅ How to shift your mindset when things don’t go as planned. ✅ Practical strategies for adjusting plans without feeling like a failure. ✅ Real-life stories of how I’ve had to pivot and keep moving forward. Because let’s be real—life rarely sticks to our schedules. But learning to adapt without stressing is a superpower. ✨ Listen now and learn how to stay flexible, keep moving forward, and embrace the unexpected! Email: [email protected] Website: www.creationsbynlw.com

In this episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All with Nikki, we’re joined by Amy Lemire, the inspiring creator of Bee Empowered Wellness and a mom of two. Amy’s journey into holistic wellness began with her family’s success using essential oils, leading her to build a thriving community dedicated to empowering physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Amy shares: ✅ How her passion for wellness and essential oils started and transformed her life. ✅ The biggest challenges she faced as a mompreneur and how she overcame them. ✅ How she balances running a business, raising her daughters, and staying grounded. ✅ The joys of helping others on their wellness journeys and her advice for busy moms. Whether you’re curious about holistic health, struggling to find balance, or need some inspiration, Amy’s story will leave you feeling empowered and motivated to chase your dreams. Amy Lemire email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flomom Newsletter: https://bumblebeewell.beehiiv.com/subscribe

In this very first episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All with Nikki, I share my personal journey of juggling three kids under three, a full-time job, and a burning desire for something more. Learn how I transitioned from overwhelm to creating a life I love—complete with thriving businesses and meaningful family moments. Whether you're a mom chasing big dreams or just trying to find balance, this episode will inspire and remind you: You’re not alone, and you’re capable of so much more than you think.

In this episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All with Nikki, we’re diving into the unfiltered truth about starting a side hustle as a busy mom. From the sleepless nights and moments of doubt to the small wins that make it all worthwhile, Nikki shares her personal experiences and practical tips for navigating the chaos. Whether your partner doesn’t quite understand your entrepreneurial dreams or you’re struggling to find balance between work, family, and your hustle, this episode is for you. 💡 You’ll learn: ✅ How to set boundaries and make time for what matters. ✅ The importance of communicating your “why” with your partner. ✅ Simple strategies to celebrate your wins and stay motivated. ✅ Encouragement to keep going...even when life feels overwhelming. ✨ Plus, Nikki gives a sneak peek into upcoming episodes featuring inspiring mompreneurs (and even some dadpreneurs!) who will share their journeys and advice. Whether you’re just starting your side hustle or deep in the grind, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone—and you’ve got what it takes to make it work. 🎧 Listen now and feel empowered to keep chasing your dreams

In this episode, I’m sharing how I’m navigating the chaos of cookie sales, soccer games, and business goals...and what I’ve learned about giving yourself grace, setting boundaries, and reclaiming your time. If you’ve ever felt like life is pulling you in every direction, this episode is for you.

In this episode, Nikki dives into practical strategies for staying grounded when life feels overwhelming. Learn how to prioritize what matters most, ask for help, and create small reset moments that recharge your energy. Whether you’re a mompreneur juggling a business and family or simply trying to find balance, this episode is packed with actionable tips and encouragement.

In this very first episode of Struggle & Strength: Moms Balancing It All with Nikki, I share my personal journey of juggling three kids under three, a full-time job, and a burning desire for something more. Learn how I transitioned from overwhelm to creating a life I love—complete with thriving businesses and meaningful family moments. Whether you're a mom chasing big dreams or just trying to find balance, this episode will inspire and remind you: You’re not alone, and you’re capable of so much more than you think.