A Collection of Wisdom from Champions Who Call Themselves Dad

I put out a simple invite to some of the incredible mom friends in my life: “Stop by the studio and share one nugget about motherhood.” What followed were heartfelt, honest, and often emotional conversations - each one several minutes of wisdom, laughter, and truth.

Meet Melissa Perlman: powerhouse PR pro, founder of BlueIvy Communications, and elite marathon runner who just crushed the Boston Marathon. From boardrooms to finish lines, Melissa shares how she balances building a business and breaking records.

If you’ve ever found yourself asking, Am I on the right path? Am I doing what I’m meant to do? Here’s a reminder that no one has it all figured out, that pivoting is part of the process, and that your voice and story matter.

There’s something fabulous about booking a last-minute ticket, throwing a few essentials into a bag and stepping onto a plane with no set itinerary. That’s exactly how I found myself in Paris.

I couldn’t stop crying. You know when you laugh so hard and can’t stop laughing? Or feel tears coming and can’t make them stop? Unexpected. Out of the blue. But not out of place.

Grief can often feel like an isolating experience, but with Empower, children who have lost a parent no longer have to face that journey alone. The organization provides a supportive community where they can find connection, understanding, and healing.

A chance encounter with Hoda Kotb leads to a story of gratitude and inspiration as she wraps up her time at TODAY. Here’s what made my New Year’s extremely special…