Maria's background and move to LA @ 1:42


Maria shares that she has a 5-year-old son named Declan and a 2-year-old daughter named Lennox. She discusses her background growing up on the East Coast as a dancer and musical theater performer, and her decision to move to LA after college internships there.


Maria's husband's career transition @ 5:47


Maria's husband Patrick was a professional soccer player who retired in 2020 due to injury. He then decided to pursue acting and writing, and he and Maria now co-own a production company together.


Navigating career changes and the pandemic @ 8:25


The couple faced significant changes and challenges during the pandemic, including Patrick's injury, career transition, and the births of their two children. Maria reflects on the positives they were able to find during that difficult time.


Balancing work, family, and postpartum challenges @ 10:43


Maria discusses the challenges of balancing work, including acting and producing, with raising her young children. She also opens up about her experiences with postpartum depression and the importance of support from her husband and family.


Involving the kids in work and creative projects @ 13:21


Maria and her husband have involved their children in some of their acting and commercial work, which has provided opportunities for the family to work together. They are thoughtful about protecting their kids' privacy and ensuring the work remains fun for the children.


Reflections on body image and self-acceptance @ 27:43


Maria shares her ongoing journey with body image and self-acceptance, acknowledging the societal pressures and her own internal critic, while also striving to model self-love and confidence for her children.


Recap and closing @ 1:09:34


The conversation concludes with Maria and Emily discussing the importance of having a supportive partner, maintaining spiritual practices, and doing the best they can as mothers, even when it's not perfect.


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