What If Your Imagination Is the Missing Piece in Motherhood with Melissa Llarena [88]
In this episode of Unlock Your Child’s Full Potential, we explore a topic that’s often overlooked in the parenting world: the power of a mother’s imagination.
Today’s guest is Melissa Llarena—imagination coach, mom of three boys, and author of Fertile Imagination. Through her work and personal story, Melissa challenges the belief that motherhood requires putting your dreams on hold. Instead, she shares why reclaiming your creativity can be a game-changer—not just for you, but for your kids too.
In our conversation we discuss:
- Why so many moms lose touch with their creativity—and how to find it again
- How imagination can help you navigate everyday parenting challenges
- What impostor syndrome looks like in motherhood and how to move through it
- Practical ways to integrate personal goals into a busy family life
- How to model resilience and dream-chasing for your kids in real, relatable ways
Melissa brings humor, honesty, and incredibly actionable insights to the table. Whether you’re feeling stuck, uninspired, or just ready to breathe new life into your daily routine, this episode will leave you encouraged and ready to reconnect with your own dreams.
Melissa Llarena
Author / Coach / Speaker
Melissa Llarena is an author, imagination coach, consultant, speaker, and contributor to ForbesWomen articles that have garnered 4 million + views. She is also the host of the Mom Founder Imagination Hub, the podcast for entrepreneurs, founders, and creators who are also moms. Featured guests include GaryVee and Beth Comstock. Melissa holds a psychology degree from New York University, an MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, and a Transformational Coaching Academy certificate. She is also a certified meditation practitioner. Melissa lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband and three sons. Visit www.fertileideas.com.
