It was one of those ordinary moments that somehow becomes unforgettable. 

My son, Austin, looked up at me with his signature grin and said:

“You’re the mommiest mommy of all mommies.” 

I laughed out loud—because, of course, that’s such an Austin thing to say. He has this gift for coming up with phrases that stick with me forever.

Just like when he once said, “A long day ago…”—a phrase so meaningful it became a chapter title in my book The Equity Edge. This moment felt like that. Lighthearted, yes. But also profound.

Because in just five words, Austin gave me a love note I didn’t know I needed

The Weight of Being “The Mommiest Mommy”

To Austin, being “the mommiest mommy” probably just means I’m his mom and he loves me. 

But to me, it carries so much more weight.
Especially as a single mother, I often wrestle with insecurity. Am I doing this right? Am I giving them enough? Am I enough?
That title—“the mommiest mommy”—felt like both a medal and a mirror.

So when Austin calls me “the mommiest mommy of all mommies,” it feels like a little love note from my son—a reminder that, in his eyes, I’m doing a good job. It’s the same feeling I get when their pediatrician says, “You’re doing a good job, mom,” at the end of every visit. The first time I heard him say it, I almost cried. And honestly, it still gets me every time. Those words mean the world to me because they remind me that someone sees my effort, my love, and my care.

But here’s the thing: my boys don’t just remind me when I’m doing well—they help me believe it. They keep me rooted in the present, pulling me out of my own self-doubt and into the reality that, to them, I’m exactly what they need.

Let’s be real—motherhood is a masterclass in decentering yourself.
Your schedule. Your body. Your needs. Your dreams.

All background noise compared to everyone else’s everything.

And somewhere along the way, we start to believe that disappearing is part of the job description.

But that’s the radical thing about my sons. They pull me back to myself. With their wild phrases and weird timing, they remind me:

“We see you, Mom. You matter. You’re doing great.”

Why EchoMom Exists

EchoMom exists to amplify that voice—the one reminding you that you don’t have to disappear to be a good mom. You don’t have to prove your love through exhaustion.

You can center yourself and care for them.
You can rest and still be enough.
You can receive help without guilt.
You can say yes to support without apology.

An EchoMom doesn’t replace you—she refuels you. She helps you protect your softness, your balance, your glow. And in doing that, she helps you show up even more fully for the ones you love.

Our Little Pep Talk Ritual

These days, “the mommiest mommy” has become a bit of a family chant.

Whenever we’re being silly or sweet, I’ll say:
“You know why?”
They’ll grin and ask, “Why?”
And I’ll reply, “Because I’m the mommiest mommy…”
And they’ll shout: “OF ALL MOMMIES!”

We laugh. Every time.
(And yes, they now mostly say it when they want snacks, money, or screen time—but I still eat it up. Every. Single. Time.)

The Lesson My Sons Teach Me Every Day

Motherhood is full of moments where we question ourselves. Am I doing enough? Am I doing it right? But my sons, with their funny phrases and their random affirmations, remind me to let go of the doubt. They remind me that being “the mommiest mommy” isn’t about being perfect—it’s about showing up, loving them fiercely, and letting them love me back.

And that’s exactly what EchoMom is here to remind us, too. It’s okay to need support. It’s okay to lean on others. Whether it’s through a trusted community, professional help, or simply giving yourself permission to breathe, EchoMom believes that moms deserve to feel seen, supported, and celebrated.

So if you’ve ever wondered if you’re doing enough, let me say this to you: You’re doing alright, Mom. You can keep on keeping on. Your kids see you. They’re proud of you. And when you need a little extra support to find your center again, EchoMom is here to remind you that you matter, too.

Closing Note: You’re Doing Alright, Mom

So here’s your reminder, from me to you:

You’re doing alright.
You can keep going.
You’re the mommiest mommy.
And that’s more than enough.

Whether you’re winning today or just making it through, you are seen, loved, and appreciated. And when the weight of it all feels like too much—EchoMom is here to hold you while you find your center again.

Because even the mommiest mommy needs a little softness, too.