In today’s episode, Angela sits down with Shari Eisenberg, a seasoned event producer, entrepreneur, and single mom by choice for a heartfelt conversation about the unexpected twists of motherhood, mental health, and self-reinvention.

Shari shares her powerful story of choosing to become a single mom and the realities of navigating postpartum depression in the early days of new motherhood. With honesty and compassion, she opens up about recognizing the signs, seeking help, and what it took to show up for herself and for her babies when things felt hardest.

This episode is more than a story about parenting. It’s about resilience, community, and the courage it takes to ask for help when you need it most.

In this conversation, we explore:

• How Shari made the decision to become a single mom—and built a family her way
• What postpartum depression looked like for her and how she found support
• Why talking openly about maternal mental health matters
• The importance of building a strong support system—and how to find your people

Whether you’re navigating new motherhood, facing a life pivot, or simply craving a reminder that you’re not alone—this episode will speak to your heart.

If you or someone you know is struggling with postpartum depression or anxiety, you’re not alone. Here are some supportive resources to help:

PSI: Symptoms of Perinatal Mood Disorders

Postpartum Support International (PSI)

• Offers a 24/7 helpline: 1-800-944-4773 (EN or SP)
• Free peer support, online support groups, and provider directory

Maternal Mental Health NOW

• Education, awareness, and tools for moms and providers

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Welcome back to This Is How She Does It with your host, Angela Lee. Today’s guest is the incredible Nev Tomic—senior manager of advanced analytics at Bright Horizons, clean beauty entrepreneur, pageant queen, and mom of two young boys.

Born in Serbia and now living in the U.S., Nev shares her inspiring story of balancing motherhood with a successful corporate career, launching a mission-driven cosmetics brand, and becoming a licensed caregiver for a family member. Her journey is a powerful reminder that women can create space for passion, purpose, and ambition—on their own terms.

In this conversation, Nev opens up about:

• How personality tests and self-awareness helped her understand her triggers and set boundaries that support her success

• Why your environment can make or break your productivity

• What competing in Mrs. Serbia World and Miss Universe Serbia taught her about becoming the best version of herself

• How she manages mom guilt, protects time for her passions, and builds community

• And the importance of honoring life’s seasons—the ones that demand hustle and grit, and the ones that invite rest and reflection

Whether you’re dreaming of entrepreneurship, craving more balance, or curious about how pageantry fits into a busy mom’s life—this episode will inspire you to chase what lights you up and trust that it’s okay to ebb and flow.

Key Timestamps

[7:25] – Balancing Motherhood and Career

[14:43] – Unexpected Pageant Journey

[21:23] – Passion Fuels Success and Hard Work

[31:09] – Managing Anxiety for Productivity

[35:04] – Enneagram Enhanced My Marriage Understanding

[42:38] - Full Circle Prioritizing Journey

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Angela is joined by Michelle Elms—a single mom of three, a full-time physician assistant, and caregiver to her mother. Michelle shares how she balances it all by tuning into her inner wisdom, asking for help, and making bold choices that align with her family’s needs.

Michelle’s story is anything but typical, and that’s exactly why you need to hear it. In this episode, we talk about how she keeps it all moving—not through perfection, but through self-trust, clear boundaries, and a community she’s built through generosity and grace.

Tune in to learn more about:

• Why it’s okay (and often necessary) to shift jobs or career paths depending on your season of life

• How to navigate parenting children with special needs, including advocating for them in school and accessing resources

• The importance of tuning into your inner voice—and how to tell the difference between what you want and what others expect of you

Connect with Angela:

💬 I'd love to hear from you! Come find me on LinkedIn and drop me a message to let me know what other topics you'd like me to cover or share a recommendation for my next podcast guest!