Running a business can feel lonely.
Running a business while raising little kids adds a whole other layer.
Your schedule isn’t entirely your own. A sick child can change your entire week. You might be answering emails during nap time, taking a call from the car, or trying to grow a business while also wanting to be fully present with your family.
It’s a very specific experience. And unless you’re living it too, it can be hard to fully understand.
That’s why I’m so excited to share that I’m officially the Boston Chapter Leader for Made for Mothers, a community created for women building businesses alongside motherhood.
And the funny thing is, six months ago, this wasn’t even on my radar.
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How I Found Made for Mothers
It all started with Dubsado. Of course.
Back in March, Dubsado hosted a free training inside the Made for Mothers community. I had never heard of Made for Mothers before, but I signed up for the webinar because, well, Dubsado.
I logged on expecting to learn something about systems.
Instead, I found a community I immediately wanted to know more about.
After the webinar, I started looking through the Made for Mothers website and Instagram and learning more about what they had created.
It felt different from other business communities I’d been part of.
I’ve always believed in investing in community. I’m part of another entrepreneur community through my business coach, and some of the relationships, referrals, collaborations, and friendships that have come from it have been invaluable.
So joining the Made for Mothers Virtual Village felt like an easy decision.
What surprised me most was how quickly it felt personal.
This wasn’t a group with thousands of people where you join and disappear into the crowd. People actually knew each other. Members welcomed one another. Coffee chats happened. Real conversations started.
Within days, I was connecting with women who understood both sides of my life: the business owner and the mom.
That combination is harder to find than you might think.
What is Made for Mothers?
Made for Mothers is a community for women who are building businesses while raising their families.
Made for Mothers was founded by a woman who needed this kind of community for herself. (Isn’t that how the best ideas always start?)
After having her son, Mariah Stockman found herself trying to figure out how to be both a business owner and a mom, and realizing just how isolating that could feel.
So she created the kind of community she wished she had.
Today, Made for Mothers includes the Virtual Village, an online membership where women can connect from anywhere, along with local chapters that bring those relationships into real life.
Because as helpful as online connection can be, sometimes you need to sit across the table from someone who gets it.
A Community for Moms in Business Feels Different
There’s something different about being in a room with people who understand that your business matters deeply to you and your family does too.
They understand the daycare call that changes your entire day.
They don’t think twice about a baby making noise in the background of a Zoom call.
They know that sometimes your best work happens during nap time, after bedtime, or in whatever pockets of time you can find.
You don’t have to explain that part of your life before you can talk about your business.
It’s already understood and welcomed.
Why I Said Yes to Leading the Boston Chapter
Not long after I joined the Virtual Village, Made for Mothers announced that they were expanding their local chapters.
When Mariah learned I lived near Boston, she asked if I’d consider becoming the Boston Chapter Leader.
I didn’t immediately say yes.
I actually thought about it for a few weeks because I knew it was something I wanted to take seriously.
But the more I thought about it, the more I could see what this could become.
There are so many incredible business owners in Boston and throughout the North Shore. There are networking events, workshops, and business communities.
But I saw an opportunity to create something specifically for women who are building businesses while also building families.
A place where babies and young children are actually welcome.
A place where you can talk about business growth and childcare in the same conversation.
A place where you leave with more than a stack of business cards.
That felt worth saying yes to.
What We’re Building with Made for Mothers Boston
We’re currently finalizing the permanent venue for the Boston chapter. Once everything is in place, we’ll begin hosting monthly in-person gatherings for women entrepreneurs throughout the Boston area.
You can expect:
• Genuine conversations without the awkward networking energy
• Guest speakers and educational workshops
• Local women-owned businesses and sponsors
• Opportunities to collaborate and connect with other entrepreneurs
• A welcoming environment where babies and young children are truly welcome
• Real relationships alongside business growth
The goal is to create an event you genuinely look forward to each month. Something that refills your cup.
Yes, I hope you meet someone who becomes a referral partner or collaborator.
But I also hope you meet someone you text when you’re having a hard week.
Someone who understands the very specific experience of caring deeply about your business and your family at the same time.
Because those relationships matter too.
Motherhood Changed the Way I See Community
If you’re a mom, you already know this, but becoming a mom changed the way I experience almost everything.
My priorities changed. My schedule changed. The way I think about my business changed.
Even the way I see other women changed.
After having my daughter, I remember looking around and realizing that every mom I passed had her own story. Her own version of this huge transformation. We were all looking at life through a slightly different lens now.
And when your life changes that much, sometimes the kind of community you need changes too.
That’s what I love about Made for Mothers.
There’s no expectation that you need to separate the business owner from the mom.
Who Is Made for Mothers For?
Despite the name, you don’t have to be a mom to be part of the Made for Mothers community.
It may be a good fit if you’re:
• A mom building a business
• Expecting your first child
• Hoping to become a mom someday
• A business owner whose work supports mothers
• Looking for meaningful relationships with ambitious women
The one thing we all have in common is a desire to connect with other women who get it.
Ready to Find Your Village?
If you’ve been looking for more connection with women who understand both entrepreneurship and motherhood, I’d love to have you join us.
You can join the Made for Mothers Virtual Village for $19 for your first month using my affiliate link.
And if you’re local to Boston, the North Shore, or the surrounding area, join the Boston chapter waitlist to be the first to hear about our venue, upcoming event dates, and ticket releases.
You do not need to be a Virtual Village member to attend the in-person Boston events. Each event will be ticketed individually at $47, so you can simply join us when your schedule allows.
I can’t wait to see what this community becomes.
Frequently Asked Questions About Made for Mothers Boston
What is Made for Mothers?
Made for Mothers is a community for women in business that includes an online membership called the Virtual Village and local in-person chapters. It was created to help women build meaningful relationships while growing their businesses and raising their families.
Is Made for Mothers only for moms?
No. While the community is centered around supporting mothers in business, women who hope to become moms or whose businesses support mothers are also welcome.
Where is the Boston Made for Mothers chapter located?
The Boston chapter is currently finalizing its permanent venue. Join the waitlist to receive updates about the location, upcoming event dates, and ticket releases.
Can I bring my baby to Made for Mothers events?
Yes. Babies and young children are welcome. One of the goals of Made for Mothers is to create spaces that remove some of the barriers that can make traditional networking events difficult for moms to attend.
How much does Made for Mothers cost?
You can join the Virtual Village for $19 for your first month using my affiliate link.
Boston chapter events will be ticketed individually at $47. You do not need to be a Virtual Village member to attend an in-person event.
Why should moms join a business community?
Building a business can be isolating, especially when you’re also raising a family. The right community can give you a place to build friendships, find collaborators and referral partners, learn from other business owners, and connect with people who understand the season of life you’re in.
How do I join the Made for Mothers Boston waitlist?
If you’re local to Boston, the North Shore, or the surrounding area, you can join the waitlist below.
You’ll be the first to hear about the venue, upcoming event dates, and ticket releases.
I’m so excited to have even more ways to connect with you and to start this next chapter. (Literally!)
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