Birthing Babies and Businesses with Garrett Wood Kusmierz

02/05/25 • 28 min

Thinking about starting a business as a new or soon to be mom? Today’s guest on the Mama Work It podcast, Garrett Wood Kusmierz, founder of kozekoze, an innovative perinatal products company shares her wild journey as a new mom, new wife, and new entrepreneur all in a super short time span. If you’re wondering if this path is right for you and how to make it all work, you don’t want to miss this episode.

Here's what you’ll get out of today’s episode:

· What started kozekoze and why it’s not so uncommon for new or pregnant moms to start businesses

· Garrett’s daily schedule to thrive as a working mom running a business

· The non-negotiable ways Garrett continues to fill her cup despite a hectic work/life schedule

To connect with Garrett and learn more about kozekoze’s products, check out:

Website: www.kozekoze.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kozekozemama/

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/kozekozemama/

Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!
For more resources on juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, head on over to www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe.

Here's what you’ll get out of today’s episode:

· What started kozekoze and why it’s not so uncommon for new or pregnant moms to start businesses

· Garrett’s daily schedule to thrive as a working mom running a business

· The non-negotiable ways Garrett continues to fill her cup despite a hectic work/life schedule

To connect with Garrett and learn more about kozekoze’s products, check out:

Website: www.kozekoze.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kozekozemama/

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/kozekozemama/

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How to Pay for College Without Breaking the Bank with Dr. Pamela Ellis

This week on the Mama Work It podcast, we're talking all about college! In case you haven't noticed, college is pretty expensive these days. And as a parent, it can feel daunting AF to be saving for it while living day to day. Cue expert Dr. Pamela Ellis, aka The Education Doctor. Dr. Pamela has helped over 30,000 families navigate college admissions, ensuring teens find the right fit without overspending. Even if you're a mom of littles, this episode is a must listen.
Here's what you'll get out of today's episode:

How to choose the right college
The power of negotiation when it comes to scholarships
When to get started planning for college tuition

Here's where you can find out more about Dr. Pamela, connect with her after the show, and get that free gift she mentioned during the episode:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drpamelaellis *send her a message asking for Blueprint25
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drpamelaellis/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drpamela.ellis
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theeducationdoctor
Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!
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Working Mom Life Hacks

Working moms, we wear a lot of hats. We manage a lot of things. And we can always use a good life hack to help us out. Am I right?

This week Marisa is sharing some of her favorite working mom life hacks, as well as, some awesome additional hacks from her working mom friends. Whether it be a life changing product to help you show up a more confident and productive you or an organizational tool that minimizes the “What’s for dinner” question in your house, we’ve got you covered this week on the Mama Work It podcast. And don’t worry, if you’re listening on the go, we’re linking all the things below.

Here’s what you’ll get out of today’s episode:

· Glam products to help you look your best and slay your day

· Time management tools to level up your organization and schedule

· Dinner time tips to make meal time less stressful and time consuming

If you know a working mom who needs these hacks, be sure to share today’s episode with them!

Links:

Kitsch Heatless Hair Curler: https://amzn.to/3PYS3dL

Thrive Causemetics Mascara: http://refer.thrivecausemetics.com/nso8xku?pid=10590155084&s

Thai Herb Inhaler Thingy: https://amzn.to/3WJVjOa

Time Power Family Calendar: https://www.jaimeecampanella.com/shop/p/family-calendar?aff=5

JAM app: https://www.jamfamilycalendar.com/ or listen to episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/staying-organized-as-a-working-mom-with-jessica/id1549805160?i=1000659491032

Word to Your Mother Journal/Planner: https://amzn.to/40SnLjg