In this episode, I’m walking you through how to plan your content and your business for January 2026 in a way that actually feels doable.

We’re talking about slowing things down, getting clear on what you really want this year, and creating a business that works around your life — not one that drains it.

I’m sharing what changed for me when I stopped trying to do everything and started building systems that gave me time back. We’ll talk about planning content without overwhelm, creating income that doesn’t rely on you being “on” all the time, and how to set boundaries that protect your energy.

If you’re feeling tired, stuck, or like you’ve been running on empty for a while, this episode is for you. It’s a gentle reset. A chance to reflect on where you are, what you actually want, and how to move forward in a way that feels supportive rather than stressful.

You’ll also hear how I plan content for January, how I use awareness days without burning out, and why having even one small passive income stream can change everything.

This isn’t about doing more.

It’s about doing what matters — and doing it in a way that fits your life.

Grab a cuppa, take a breath, and let’s plan a calmer, more sustainable 2026 together.

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Welcome to the MyBump2Baby Business Podcast! I'm your host, Carla Lett, founder of MyBump2Baby, the Growth Nest, and creator of the Digital Marketing Playground.

In this episode, we're diving deep into your December content strategy specifically for pregnancy, birth, baby, toddler, and family-focused businesses.

December is magical, but it can also be chaotic. Over the last nine years in business, I've watched businesses thrive and unfortunately, some close. Content is a massive part of that success, and getting it right in December can set you up for an incredible January.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why most business owners get December content wrong (and how to avoid their mistakes)

• How to understand your audience's mindset in December and what they really need

• The content mix strategy: balancing festive fun with genuine value

• Cyber Monday strategy and how to leverage low ticket offers

• How to use freebies strategically to build your email list

• Why December is the perfect time to book out your January calendar

• The difference between reels and static posts (and when to use each)

• How to include calls-to-action without feeling pushy

• Email marketing strategy for December that actually converts

Key Takeaway: You don't have to post every day to be successful. Strategic content beats volume every single time. I'd rather you have 3-5 amazing strategic posts than 10 posts that don't lead anywhere.

Resources mentioned in this episode

• FREE: 30 Daily Content Prompts for December (link in show notes)

• The Full December Sandbox: 31 pregnancy captions, 31 baby/toddler captions, 8 weekly emails, 10 reel titles, and awareness days - just £14.97

Connect with me:

• Instagram: @mybump2baby

• Website: mybump2baby.com

If you found this episode helpful, please share it with another business owner who needs to hear this. Let's make December your best month yet!

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Feeling the content juggle as we head into November? Between Bonfire Night, Black Friday and the first whispers of Christmas, it’s easy for your marketing to slide to the bottom of the list. But staying visible doesn’t have to mean burning out.

In this episode of the My Bump 2 Baby Business Podcast, Carla shares:

• Key November awareness days you can use in your posts.
• A simple 3-pillar content plan to keep you consistent.
• How to batch your content so you’re not posting from panic at 9pm.
• Ideas for tying your posts back to your services so parents know how to work with you.

Whether you’re a sleep consultant, birth worker or run any family-focused business, this episode will help you plan ahead, save time and show up with confidence.

✨ Bonus: Don’t miss the free batching workshop mentioned inside, where you’ll also get Carla’s £27 Content Planning Goodies Pack.

Stay visible. Stay consistent. Take back your evenings.

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In this episode of the My Bump2Baby Business Podcast, Carla shares why knowing your ideal client is the foundation of every strong business.

If you’ve ever worried about “niching down too much” or struggled to create content that lands, this episode will help. You’ll learn how defining your ideal client makes marketing easier, builds trust, and attracts the right people who value what you do.

With real-life stories and simple steps, Carla shows how this work can transform your confidence and clarity as a business owner.

👉 Keywords: ideal client, small business marketing, content strategy, how to attract clients.

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Feeling like you “should” be doing it all… and doing none of it? Same. In this episode of the MyBump2Baby Business Podcast, I’m joined by Claudia, a motherhood identity coach, to talk straight about mindset for mums in business. We unpack the biggies: imposter syndrome, people-pleasing, pricing without resentment, comparisonitis, and that sneaky negativity bias that makes one grumpy comment feel louder than a thousand kind ones.

Claudia shares simple, doable tools to help you:

• step into your business identity (without another 47 certificates),
• set kinder boundaries so you don’t burn out,
• talk about your offers with confidence (selling = serving), and
• keep your focus on the right next step for your season.

We also chat community, why beginner-friendly beats “overwhelm in a box”, and how to handle feedback without hiding under the duvet. If you’ve ever wondered “Who am I to do this?”, this chat will feel like a deep breath and a brew.

Shout to our Growth Nest users Flic (Creating Dreams Sleep Solutions) and Amanda (North Star Nurture) for sharing how an all-in-one system and a supportive Playground make showing up easier—and a lot less faff.

Listen in, take what helps, and remember: you matter. Your work helps families thrive. Let’s make business feel lighter, one tiny shift at a time.

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In this episode of MyBump2Baby’s Business Podcast, host Carla Lett – founder of MyBump2Baby, The Growth Nest, and Systems & Strategy Mentor for family-focused businesses – shares the three biggest traps that heart-led business owners fall into again and again.

Carla opens up about her own journey from passion-fuelled burnout to building a business with strong foundations, clear boundaries, and strategies that actually work.

You’ll discover:

• Why saying yes to everyone keeps you stuck and drains your energy.
• How pricing guilt holds you back from charging your worth.
• The hidden burnout loop many parents in business fall into (and how to spot if you’re there).

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, underpaid, or stretched too thin, this episode will help you recognise where you might be slipping into one of these traps. Carla shares the what you need to know now – and shows you why strong systems, values, and strategy are the key to building a business that supports you as much as you support your clients.

Listen in to feel seen, understood, and reminded that success doesn’t require a 5am alarm clock – just the right systems and strategies.

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