Mom’s Money Matters: Taking Care of Yourself While You Take Care of Everyone Else

Let’s face it—when you’re taking care of everyone else, your own financial needs often fall to the bottom of the list. But here’s the truth: your well-being, your goals, and your money matter too.

In this Money Talks session hosted by Purse Strings, we sat down with Purse Strings Approved Professional and financial powerhouse Katherine Dean, OpalWomen Founder, to talk about what it really looks like to take care of your financial life—even when you’re juggling kids, caregiving, and everything in between.

Why Women Are Overwhelmed (And Why It’s Not Just You)

Many women are carrying more than just the family calendar. We’re caring for kids, aging parents, households—and still trying to find a moment for ourselves. Katherine shared her story of being a single mom, navigating financial strain, and how she rebuilt her confidence (and her wealth) step by step.

Women often put everyone else’s needs first. But taking care of yourself financially isn’t selfish—it’s necessary.

Setting Goals That Actually Work for Your Life

Katherine talked about the power of SMART goals—the kind that fit your real life and your real schedule.
That could mean:

• Saving a little extra each month
  
• Finding 30 minutes a week to review your budget
  
• Saying no to one more wedding gift or expensive trip

Clear, doable goals help you stay focused and build confidence—one decision at a time.

Know Your Numbers, Know Your Power

You don’t need to be a finance whiz to take control. You just need to know where you stand.
Katherine encouraged women to do a quick financial check-in:

• What’s your savings rate?
  
• What are you spending without realizing it?
  
• Are there opportunities to bring in more income?

She shared how she went from just getting by to investing in venture capital—not overnight, but through steady choices that aligned with her values and her future.

Personal Growth Is a Financial Strategy, Too

At Purse Strings, we talk a lot about how your money and your mindset are connected. Katherine reminded us that it’s not just about dollars—it’s about joy, alignment, and showing up for your life with intention.

When you take care of yourself—physically, emotionally, financially—you’re better equipped to care for everyone else. And it feels a lot better doing it from a place of strength instead of sacrifice.

You Don’t Have to Do This Alone

One of the biggest takeaways from this session? The power of community.
Sharing our stories—our challenges, our wins, our “I wish I’d known that”—makes us all stronger.

If you’ve been navigating money on your own, consider this your invitation to do it differently. Purse Strings is here to connect you with resources, real talk, and a network of financial professionals who get it.

The Takeaway

Your financial future doesn’t have to come last.

Whether you’re starting from scratch, recovering from a tough season, or just trying to feel more in control—you have the power to change your money story.

As Katherine’s journey shows, small steps add up. And when you combine that with a little support and a lot of clarity, you can move from surviving to thriving.

Join us for our weekly Money Talks session, where we break down real-life money topics. To explore our Purse Strings Approved Professionals, check out our directory to find an expert!