When we support mothers, we rebuild the nation
Trauma-informed truth-teller. Nervous system translator. Mom of 7. Let’s talk about the revolution
The Evidence is Clear: When Moms Thrive, Society Thrives.
We've been asking the wrong question. We keep wondering, “How do we raise resilient kids?” when the real question is: 👉 How do we create a world where mothers have the support, resources, and mental well-being to raise thriving children?
Right now, motherhood is treated like a solo sport—with moms expected to carry the weight of the world while smiling through the exhaustion. The result? Burnout, isolation, and a society that undervalues the very people shaping the next generation.
And it doesn’t have to be this way. When moms get what they need, everyone wins. So why aren't we giving it to them?
🧱 Every Talk. One Powerful Foundation.
You can book me to speak on trauma-informed care, perinatal mental health, parenthood transitions, public health gaps, or how moms are single-handedly holding up the economy—but no matter the topic, my work is always rooted in one thing: SUPPORT.
That’s not just a feel-good word.
It’s a blueprint.
It’s a research-informed, real-life-tested framework made up of 7 critical pillars:
- S – Safety: Physical, emotional, and nervous system safety are foundational.
- U – Understanding: Trauma-informed care must be non-negotiable.
- P – Perinatal Care: Every parent deserves access and options before, during, and after birth.
- P – Paid Leave: Without it, families—and economies—suffer.
- O – Options: Return-to-work flexibility and care choices support family stability.
- R – Responsiveness: The data is clear—supporting moms transforms communities.
- T – Teamwork: Thriving families require collective responsibility.
WHAT AUDIENCES WILL EXPERIENCE:
🎤 A research-backed yet deeply relatable framework for making informed, confident decisions as parents and caregivers.
🎤 Strategies for overcoming fear, reducing overwhelm, and embracing change with courage and resilience.
🎤 Tangible ways to build strong, supportive communities that uplift and empower—not just moms, but society as a whole.
🎤 An honest, humorous, and powerful look at modern motherhood—the good, the bad, and the “I just hid in the pantry for five minutes” moments.
SPEAKING TOPICS
- 🟡 “SUPPORT: A New Framework for Saving Mothers—and the Future”
🔸 For healthcare orgs + public health events
- 🟡 “Not Just a Mom: Reframing Motherhood as Leadership”
🔸 For women's leadership conferences, empowerment summits
- 🟡 “From Burnout to Badass: Nervous System Resilience for Real Moms”
🔸 For mental health, trauma-informed, or wellness events
- 🟡 “The Parenthood Project: What Happens When Moms Are Actually Heard”
🔸 For academic, policy, and systemic change spaces
WHO IS ASHLEY GERHARD?
Ashley Gerhard blends lived experience, professional expertise, and revolutionary compassion to create ripple effects that change families, systems, and futures.
(AND WHY SHOULD YOU TRUST HER?)
🔹 She’s not just talking about it—she’s lived it. As a mother and bonus mom to seven kids (yes, seven), she knows firsthand what it means to pour from an empty cup and still be expected to get up and make snacks.
🔹 She’s got the credentials to back it up. With a background in psychology, trauma research, and nervous system regulation, Ashley brings science-based solutions to the conversation.
🔹 She’s spent over a decade in the trenches. As a doula, childbirth educator, parent coach, and yoga teacher, she has guided hundreds of families through the biggest transitions of their lives.
🔹 She knows how to get people talking. Whether it’s a podcast, a conference, or a packed retreat, Ashley blends humor, research, and real-life stories that make even the heaviest topics engaging and actionable.
Ashley’s signature framework—rooted in her 7 Principles of Support—helps women go from burnt out to badass and from overwhelmed to empowered. Her talks don’t just inspire—they equip audiences with real, actionable tools so they can step into their strength and take charge of their journey with confidence.
You can see more at the BLOG and YOUTUBE channel!
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