Moms, Startups, and Holy Grit
What if a $5 coffee and a little confetti could change a mother’s day? We sit with founder and mom of four, Rachel Frosch, to unpack how a hand‑stitched idea became Mom Badge—a simple, beautiful way to see, support, and celebrate moms right when it matters. Rachel traces the journey from education and professional development to the startup world, revealing how her knack for championing teachers now fuels a platform built to honor the invisible work of motherhood. You’ll hear how fabric badges turned digital, why beauty makes care feel real, and how small, timely gestures—paired with gift cards and video messages—become lifelines during the hardest weeks.
This conversation goes beyond product into the marrow of building: faith as the practice of taking the next step, the “manna in the desert” seasons, and the very real tech hurdles of shipping, bugs, and platform changes while bootstrapping. We talk Twin Cities Startup Week, ILT Academy, and the Empower Her community that’s creating honest, non‑competitive spaces for female founders. Rachel shares advice on problem–solution fit, The Mom Test, and guarding your early vision from advice overload. She also gets candid about identity, the line between Founder‑You and Real‑You, and the kind of self‑care that actually refuels—morning runs, planned joy, and presence with family.
If you’ve ever felt the tension between calling and capacity, motherhood and metrics, this story will meet you where you are. Expect practical insights for entrepreneurs, tender reframes for parents, and a nudge to send that tiny kindness today. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who could use a little confetti and a lot of encouragement.
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