Beyond Motherhood: Jessica Alba on Overcoming Guilt and Rediscovering Yourself

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Did you feel like you lost a part of yourself when you became a parent? Valeria knows exactly how you feel. In this episode, she welcomes actress and The Honest Company founder Jessica Alba to have a conversation about motherhood, the compromises we make for our children, and how to prioritize yourself while still remaining present as a parent.

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❤️ COME SAY HELLO!

[dkxlzk]

this feels like a dream. from watching you doing make up videos by the window to having a podcast with Jessica Alba who I've loved since Dark angel! Like what??!! Absolutely love seeing your growth V and hoping that I grow and learn with you 😍🥰

[DrizzyD-xt]

Massive Respect to all the mothers for your sacrifice, love, care and patience ❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏

[eeeyiem]

Relatable… I am still struggling to find my identity, still struggling to find balance every single day and I still feel shit tons of guilt being a working mom and endless contemplation of whether to be a working mom or lose my identity completely to be a stay home mom and be with my son just bcos i know nobody could take care of him as good as I will

[divyagiri]

Love these women for their honesty and wise minds 🤍

[patricksweyzen]

Thank you for this video! I was searching a lot of info about working moms, that share their experience, but I didn’t find anything decent on youtube. I gave up from a lot of guilty feeling along the way. From a mom of 2 small kids, being 27 myself, and trying to figure out my career, I didn’t put it all into kids. I’m trying to run a business and hired a nanny. I feel like there is a lot of judgement, like I’m not a good mom. I constantly forget about school stuff, I forget to dress up kids for theme days at school, I don’t have time to hang out with friends, to make fancy lunchboxes lol or cook meals. But I really felt all the time like I need to find myself and put a lot of effort into my career( what I’m doing now). The topic of this podcast is very important because I was my life “finished” at 21 when I got first kid and I couldn’t understand where I am. Now at 27 I’m still not there but I’m trying to figure it out. Thank you ladies!

[nestsidestudio]

I CANNOT believe Jessica Alba gets to speak with Valeria!😮😊😊😊😊❤❤❤

[leam]

This is a fabulous watch. Honest & true . We need more of this from women! I empathize with you both & I did experience similar with having my two gorgeous children. You are so good at connecting with people Valerie.

[kiara]

This is amazing work you did here. Not only the guest list you have been having, but the topic in itself is very interesting, and not because I am a mother but because it is something that I really look forward to becoming one day. And, at least where I come from, I don't think these types of conversations are actually have. Thank you, Valeria.

[purplecowmovement]

I resonate with you Valerie on this one. I felt like I've lost myself completely when I had my daughter and I felt ashamed for not feeling like other mothers that "found" themselves in motherhood. It took me a while to accept it and embrace my new self. We're all wired differently at the end of the day. It doesn't make me or you any less of a mother than anyone else. Also it made me really sad when Jessica pointed out that the "kids don't care. I don't know if they'll ever love me the way I love them. It's one sided-relationship" I really felt that but I hope we're wrong because that would just break my heart. Anyway love your content ❤❤👍

[mariasophia]

You have no idea how much I needed to hear this podcast thank you so much Valeria ♥️♥️♥️🙏🙏🙏

[AsadFatima]

This is amazing insight into behind the scenes of how different the world sees celebrities through mainstream media and how Jessica open hearted talks with you. Neverless she is a rare diamond who stays grounded no matter how much starry lights are around her. The word celebrity is used as a stereotype. It creates a division between people. Thankful to people like you Valeria we can balance and connect on a level that wasn’t possible 15+ years ago. Wish other manufactured celebrities would learn a thing or 2 from Jessica Alba. Great work Valeria 😎💯

[justynab.]

Great insights from Jessica, such a badass take on motherhood, guilt and letting your children exist without suffocating their spirit. Definitely represents motherhood in empowering way.
Valeria, your interviewing skills are fantastic. The questions were super insightful and tied up Jessica’s answers beautifully for a cohesive story. Your talents are endless.

[stephanieeilert]

Hands down the best episode yet, with thoughts and insights that reach a certain depth

[deedee]

I genuinely think this is such an amazing topic! I can’t believe that this isn’t discussed more and honestly. It’s ok to feel like this, any feelings are ok!

[susanlovesanimals]

What a great video! I wish I'd had it when I was a new mom and I'm glad other moms will get to hear these viewpoints which aren't as commonly expressed. So many people act like every moment of motherhood should be joyful, and there's nothing wrong with that, except that when you have the not-so-joyful moments, it's easy to beat yourself up and turn inward and feel like a failure. Thanks for the great show, ladies!

[GwenAussem]

I’m one week away from my due date for my first kid! Appreciate listening and learning from you both ❤❤❤❤

[kaitlinedgelifestyle]

This is gold! Thank you so much for this🥹🙏🏻 I’m a new mom to a 3 month old and didn’t feel prepared for losing my identity and this was beautiful. Would love to see you two speak again!🙌🏼♥️

[altanad.]

Thank you Valeria for speaking out about motherhood! I thought, I was alone with these feelings…

[franzilegler]

Hi Valeria :) Love this!! Would love for it to be even longer ❤

[mur]

Had to automatically like the video because I just love these two!