In this episode of the EmpowerMoms Podcast, we sit down with Kerri Rubicini, the inspiring founder of the Womb to Walking Baby Show and community builder behind the KW Moms Club. Kerri shares her journey of leaving the corporate world to follow her passion for supporting new parents, as well as creating spaces where families can find the resources, connection, and encouragement they need.

We chat about how her background in operations and finance gave her the skills to pivot into entrepreneurship, what it’s really like to build a large-scale event from scratch, and why expanding into new cities like London is both exciting and challenging. Kerri opens up about the real struggles and joys of balancing motherhood with business, the power of partnerships, and why community is everything when you're raising little ones and big dreams.

Whether you’re a parent looking for support or a woman dreaming about launching your own thing, this episode is full of honest lessons about timing, trust, flexibility, and the importance of showing up for your village—and letting them show up for you.

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🎙️ Key Takeaways:

✅ Community support is essential for new parents.
✅ Leaving the corporate world can open doors to deeper purpose.
✅ Building events that serve real needs strengthens local businesses.
✅ Strong partnerships help you grow personally and professionally.
✅ Trust the timing of your life—things unfold when they’re meant to.
✅ Supporting local matters: it lifts everyone up.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Networking Dynamics

10:17 The Evolution of the Womb to Walking Show

20:16 Understanding Market Differences: Kitchener vs. London

30:10 Event Planning and Community Engagement

33:36 The Importance of Connection

36:21 Building Trust in Partnerships

39:51 Navigating Motherhood and Business

45:53 Creating a Supportive Community

49:13 The Role of Therapy and Mental Health

52:22 Reflecting on Growth and Flexibility

53:43 Connecting Vendors and Building Networks