Five months.

That’s how long it took my entire life to fall apart.

I became unexpectedly pregnant with twins—already a mom of two and married for twelve years.

When I told my husband, he gave me an ultimatum: him… or the babies. I couldn’t have both.

I chose the babies.

I didn’t like him very much anyway.

Within weeks, I was on hospitalized bedrest, managing two kids at home with a husband who had already checked out in every way.

I was suddenly single in every way that mattered.

A few fun facts: My oldest daughter was born after 36 hours of labor, minutes from a c-section. The midwife literally pulled her out. My water broke on the 9th hole -- I was playing golf!

My son was born accidentally at home! Yup...I'm one of those women you read about!

I’ve been an entrepreneur since I was 11. Currently, (as a true entrepreneur) I'm building:

* Sexual Health Disruptor: Boom Boom Butter -- the world's 1st sexual lube with health benefits (https://boomboombutter.com/)

* Health Disruptor: Revolutionary at-home blood spot testing for balance, diabetes, heart disease and many more! (www.magpuretesting.com)

* Growth strategist and corporate trainer (on all things innovation, leadership, soft skills, strategy & entrepreneurship) (www.tamigaines.com)

* Author, Preemie Parents, 26 Ways to Grow with Your Premature Baby (several additional books and courses to come in 2026)

* Course creator

FIND HER HERE:

Tami's Website

tamigaines.com

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/tami.gaines.129

Instagram

instagram.com/tamigaines

LinkedIn

linkedin.com/in/tamigaines

YouTube

www.youtube.com/@BuildResilienceHere

-Spent two years trying to conceive before welcoming her first child

-Boy mom to a 3-year-old and 1-year-old

-Launched her private speech therapy practice during maternity leave with her first son

-Owner of Simply Speech Therapy and founder of Young Talker Academy, where she coaches parents on strategies to support their toddler's language development at home

Jessie is a Speech Therapist, owner of a private practice in Orange County, CA, and parent coach for parents of toddlers who are late talkers

FIND HER HERE:

Website: https://www.simplyspeechtherapy.org/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessiekensey.slp/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089971887864

Everything changed when our son entered the world almost 3 years ago. We moved to a new state, launched a business, and my wife (who originally never wanted kids) decided to stay home. We now have 2 kids (our youngest, a daughter, just turned one).

I'm excited to share parts of my own experience becoming a parent and why those early years completely reshaped how I think about money, stress, and family life. My mission now is to help parents feel more grounded and confident in their financial world so they can be more present with the people who matter most.

I work with families in their 30s and 40s who are juggling careers, childcare, saving, and the constant pressure to “get everything right.” I’ve seen how money stress quietly drains joy and energy from the home, and I believe clarity is one of the most powerful gifts we can give ourselves (and our kids).

My work focuses on simplifying decisions, removing guilt and overwhelm, and helping parents align their money with the life they’re trying to build. If you’ve ever felt behind, unsure, or stretched thin, my goal is to show you that you’re not alone, you’re not failing, and there’s a clearer way forward.

I run a solo financial planning firm focused on high-earning parents ($200k+ per year).

FIND HIM HERE:

www.Hundredfp.com

Blog: Can I afford to stay home with the kids:

https://www.hundredfp.com/blog/can-i-afford-to-stay-home-with-the-kids