You Don't Need to Choose Between Being Present and Being Productive

The Peaceful Mompreneur

Ever felt like motherhood and entrepreneurship are pulling you in opposite directions? Pediatric speech therapist Jessie Kinsey proves there's another way forward.
Balancing a thriving speech therapy practice with raising two boys under three, Jessie shares how she's created flexibility that honors both her business goals and her desire to be present during these fleeting early years. Much like her approach to raising little ones, her business philosophy centers on intention rather than perfection.
Motherhood often comes with an overwhelming pressure to "do more" for our children's development. Jessie liberates us from this burden with practical strategies that transform everyday moments—bath time, diaper changes, car rides—into language-rich opportunities without adding a single item to our to-do lists. Her approach of using simple, repeated phrases during daily routines makes language development accessible to every parent, regardless of schedule constraints.
Beyond sharing professional advice like using verbal routines ("ready, set...") and starting with just a few baby signs, Jessie opens up about the reality of balancing it all. Her candid discussion about setting boundaries—putting away her phone during family time, communicating clearly with clients and team members about her availability—provides a roadmap for moms who want to pursue their calling without sacrificing family connection.
"So much goodness happens when you are completely present with your child," Jessie reminds us, offering permission to set aside distractions and trust that these small, intentional moments add up to something extraordinary—both for our children's development and our own fulfillment.
Want evidence-based guidance about your child's speech milestones? Grab Jessie's free toddler speech and language milestone guide and connect with her on Instagram @simplyspeech_ to learn more about supporting your little one's communication journey.
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Chapters

1. Balancing Motherhood and Business (00:00:00)

2. Power of Everyday Language Moments (00:02:45)

3. Baby Sign Language and Communication Strategies (00:05:40)

4. Preventing Speech Delays in Little Ones (00:10:15)

5. Setting Boundaries as a Working Mom (00:13:27)

6. Being Present and Final Advice (00:17:01)