Abbie Herbert on Asking Her Mom to Quit Her Job and Work for Her After Becoming a New Mom
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Summary
Content creator and "momfluencer" Abbie Herbert opens up to PEOPLE about asking her own mother, Stacie Straughn, to quit her job and work for her after welcoming her first child, Poppy. Herbert discusses the overwhelming reality of balancing a career and new motherhood, the moment she realized she needed help, and how having her mom as a full-time assistant has strengthened their bond while allowing her to continue her online content work.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledI was so overwhelmed. I was crying, I was exhausted, and I just looked at my mom and said, 'I can't do this alone.'
Having her here with me every day has been the biggest blessing. She's not just my mom — she's my best friend and my biggest support system.
I think a lot of new moms feel like they have to do it all, and that's just not realistic. Asking for help doesn't make you weak; it makes you human.
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