From CrossFit to Calm: Beth’s Journey Through Motherhood, Invention, and Grace

In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of Baby Steps, we sit down with Beth—Army veteran, inventor of Busy Baby, and mom of two—for a candid conversation about motherhood, resilience, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. From delivering her first baby at 40 to navigating miscarriage, high-risk pregnancy, and the rollercoaster of parenthood, Beth shares the raw realities and unexpected joys of raising little ones while building a business from scratch. What you'll hear in this episode:- Why McDonald’s was her ultimate pregnancy craving (and the very specific order she couldn’t resist)- The never-ending diaper vs. wipe dilemma—and why wipes always win- How a messy lunch with friends inspired the invention of the Busy Baby Mat- The dramatic difference between her first intense labor and her second calm, peaceful delivery- The surprising side effect of antibiotics in infancy—and how it impacted her son’s teeth- The biggest mistake she regrets as a first-time mom—and how she turned it into wisdom for other parents- Her candid advice on handling colicky nights, mom guilt, and the myth of being “perfect”- Why empathy and validation may be the most powerful parenting tools of all Whether you’re knee-deep in newborn chaos or looking back on the baby stage with nostalgia, Beth’s story is a reminder that parenting isn’t about perfection—it’s about progress, grace, and connection.