124) How Gabrielle Became a Digital Nomad Mom & Started Her Family Abroad

Today I am in a studio in Bali, Indonesia, recording this episode with my dear friend Gabrielle Martorana, who I've known for many years and since I know her her life has changed so much. Gabrielle is a new mom with her first child who is living abroad in a Southeast Asian country. She didn't start there though, she used to work in corporate in a big fancy job in San Fransisco till she realized there was another way..From pitching her employer to become her first freelance client to creating a life that puts family, freedom, and intention first, Gabrielle broke out of the matrix. We also dive into what it's actually like to have a baby abroad, why Bali became home for their family, and how they're raising their daughter while living as expats. If you've ever wondered whether digital nomad families are realistic or if you have to choose between adventure and motherhood, this episode is for you.So today I'm really excited to have her talk about her slightly unconventional yet traditional lifestyle and how she got to where she is now.In this episode, we talk about: Why Gabrielle left corporate life to become a digital nomad  The mindset shift that made moving abroad feel possible  How she turned her employer into her very first freelance client  Building a business while traveling the world  What it's really like living as expats in Bali  Navigating relationships while traveling full-time  Deciding where to raise a family abroad  Why she chose to have a baby abroad instead of returning to the U.S.  Creating a birth experience aligned with her values  Why digital nomad families are more possible than people think  Designing a life around freedom instead of following the traditional timeline Whether you're dreaming about moving abroad, wondering how to become a digital nomad, or simply looking for permission to create life on your own terms, I hope this conversation reminds you that there isn't just one way to build a beautiful life.Connect with Gabrielle:Follow her Instagram: @expandwithgabrielle Ready to create your own location-independent life? If this episode sparked something in you and you're ready to stop dreaming and start building your own digital nomad lifestyle, send me a DM on Instagram @christabellatravels with the keyword "APPLY." We'll chat about where you're at, where you want to go, and whether the Digital Nomad Life Academy is the right next step for you.Send us Fan Mail🎧 Ready to take action on starting a remote business? Watch Christa’s free business training “5 Steps to Work From Wherever:” digitalnomadlifeacademy.com/biztrainingSupport the showMessage me on Instagram:(tell me you came from the podcast!)https://www.instagram.com/christabellatravels/FREE: How to Get Started as a Digital Nomad Masterclass (2 hr training)https://www.digitalnomadlifeacademy.com/masterclassDigital Nomad Starter Codes:Discover the best remote career for YOUR personalityhttps://www.digitalnomadlifeacademy.com/offers/i5HuJjbk/checkoutEnroll in the Digital Nomad Life Academyhttps://www.digitalnomadlifeacademy.com/dnlaWatch the Campus Tour:https://dnla.thrivecart.com/join/Follow me on Tiktok:https://www.tiktok.com/@christabellatravels