Nickey Rautenberg Norrish

Becoming a mom for the second time almost killed me.

Three years ago today, I had a planned c-section that led to internal bleeding → emergency surgery → infection → sepsis.

Nearly two weeks in the hospital postpartum. Dave and Hailey with me. Paige living with her grandparents.

That was the start of becoming a mum of two babies under 18 months old.

Self-employed. Navigating neurodivergence. Even with so much support around me, the last three years have been tricky… yet full of the most pure joy.

I am a completely different person than I was five years ago.

Before kids, that thought would have made me cringe.
Now it makes me proud.

Hailey has taught me a lot. Mostly she’s taught me perseverance. That you can go through tough things, and come out ok.

That saying yes to offers from your village is crucial. That a scary start doesn’t define the chapter.

Happy 3rd birthday, sweet Hailey Abigail. 🤍

I’m marking today with compassion for the version of me that’s made it through the last three years - mostly unscathed - and so much gratitude for every person who helped carry us here.

So much love xo

Hi hi! I’m Nickey.

I’m a self-employed marketing consultant doing life in small town, Ontario, not far from Toronto.

I’m an expert in the influencer marketing space; mostly working with brands on campaign ex*****on, and as an advisor on social media best practices for professional hockey players and executives.

I have two little girls and the most supportive husband.

I love to be social, but need to wear ear plugs in group settings.
I love learning new things, but struggle to put things into action.
I love what I’ve built, but question my decisions at least once a day.

Right now I’m exploring the shifts in social media happening with the integration of AI, and what that might mean for me - and all of us - over the next few years.

On this page you’ll find a mix of:

• What self-employment actually feels like
• Honest thoughts on growth as a mom and as a business owner, without losing yourself in it
• Social media and AI insider info, explained like a normal person
• The backs of my kids’ heads
• Whatever I can’t stop thinking about that week

If you’ve ever felt like you want more… but also don’t want to burn your life down to get it… you’ll probably feel at home here.

Welcome - I’m really glad you’re here.

So much love xo