Money, Motherhood & Mindset: Paying off Debt on Maternity Leave

In this heartfelt episode of The Intentional Currency Podcast, Yasmeen sits down with Mariam Nouser—a communications consultant, content creator, and community organizer—to talk about what it really looks like to reclaim your finances as a Muslim woman.From struggling with student loans and consumer debt to paying it off during maternity leave, Mariam’s story is one of courage, clarity, and deep faith. She shares how Islamic values, motherhood, and a commitment to discipline helped her rebuild not just her finances, but her mindset around money.In This Episode, We Cover:✅ How childhood habits shape our money mindset✅ Paying off consumer debt while on mat leave✅ The emotional + spiritual toll of debt—and how to heal✅ Balancing money, marriage, and motherhood with intention✅ Why budgeting shouldn’t feel like punishment✅ How dua, discipline, and Barakah can change your financial lifeWhether you're at the start of your financial journey or deep in the process of rewriting old money stories, this conversation will remind you: you can begin again—with intention, without shame, and with full trust in Allah.Mariam Nouser is a communications consultant, content creator, and community advocate who is passionate about helping women show up with clarity, purpose, and confidence. With a background in journalism and public relations, she supports values-based brands and organizations in telling their stories in a way that feels honest, grounded, and impactful.Through her content, Mariam shares her lived experiences as a visibly Muslim, plus-size mom of three — offering a real, unfiltered look into motherhood, identity, faith, and self-worth. Her platform is a space where women feel seen, understood, and empowered to embrace their full selves.Mariam is also the founder of The Shared Path, a community-led initiative designed to strengthen Muslim sisterhood through curated events, peer mentorship, and storytelling. Whether she’s building community online or behind the scenes strategizing with clients, Mariam’s work is rooted in one purpose: to create spaces where women feel supported, represented, and inspired to lead with authenticity.💬 Connect with Mariam Nouser:Instagram: @mariamnouserEmail: [email protected] launching soon: mariamnouser.comWant to start learning? Join our free financial literacy community for Muslim women:skool.com/the-intentional-currency