The Stories that Built You: Discovering Family Ancestory Through Genealogy Translations with Katherine Schober

What if the answers to who you are are already hidden in your family’s past? In this episode of the Made for More Momcast, Shannon sits down with German genealogy expert and translator Katherine Schober to explore how discovering your family history can bring deeper meaning, connection, and clarity to your present life. Katherine specializes in German genealogy translation, helping individuals uncover and understand historical documents like letters, diaries, and records from Germany and surrounding regions. She not only translates these documents but also teaches others how to research their own ancestry, turning everyday people into family history detectives. Together, they discuss: How genealogy research can uncover powerful personal stories What it means to reconnect with your roots as a mom The emotional impact of reading your ancestors’ words for the first time How to begin exploring your own family history even if you don’t speak the language If you’ve ever been curious about your ancestry, German roots, or how family history shapes identity, this episode will leave you inspired to start digging into the stories that built you. Because you’re not just living a story… you’re part of a legacy. Find more from Katie at https://germanologyunlocked.com/