From Burnout to Boundaries: A Mom CEO's Raw Truth About Redefining Success

In this episode of the RawSome Parents Podcast, host Shaun Tucker sits down with Lauren Fish, Founder & CEO of Bookwise Solutions and Beyond LLC, to discuss the realities of motherhood, mental health, and personal growth. Lauren opens up about her journey as both a mother and entrepreneur, sharing the hard-earned lessons of parenting, the importance of accepting help, and how setting boundaries can transform family dynamics. The conversation also delves into postpartum challenges, mental health, and redefining success—not in terms of career, but in quality time, patience, and being present for your children. If you’ve ever struggled with balancing motherhood, self-care, and personal identity, this episode is packed with wisdom, support, and strategies to help you navigate the journey.

Key Takeaways:

✅ Accepting help is a strength, not a weakness.
✅ Postpartum challenges are real, but manageable with the right support.
✅ Boundaries are essential for a healthy family life.
✅ Patience is one of the greatest skills parenting teaches.
✅ Success in parenting is measured by presence, not professional titles.
✅ Reflective parenting fosters personal growth and stronger relationships.
✅ Children teach us empathy, resilience, and unconditional love.
✅ Mental health & self-care must be a priority for parents.

Sound Bites:
💬 “Let people help you.”
💬 “You can’t do it alone.”
💬 “Boundaries are so important as parents.”
💬 “Parenting redefines what success really means.”

Chapters:
⏳ 00:00 – Introduction to Lauren Fish & Her Journey
⏳ 02:56 – The Power of Accepting Help
⏳ 05:59 – Overcoming Postpartum Challenges
⏳ 08:56 – Parenting & Core Values
⏳ 11:46 – Reflective Parenting & Personal Growth
⏳ 15:00 – What Success Means as a Parent
⏳ 17:55 – The Unexpected Lessons of Parenthood
⏳ 21:05 – Why Boundaries Matter in Parenting
⏳ 24:01 – Final Thoughts & How to Connect with Lauren