In this Parenting and Finances Money Memoir, Lauryn Williams sits down with fellow Certified Financial Planner™ and mom of two, Rianka R. Dorsainvil, CFP®, for a real conversation about motherhood, money, and what it costs to build a "village" in today's world.

Rianka shares how growing up with limited resources shaped her commitment to building something different for her own family. Now a successful firm owner, she talks about what generational wealth looks like in practice, why food security is part of that picture, and how she and her husband think about saving and investing for their children.

Lauryn and Rianka also dig into the realities of working motherhood. They talk about hyper independence, dropping expectations of how family will show up, and why so many modern parents end up paying for childcare, aftercare, nannies, or au pairs so they can keep doing work they love. They also touch on broken parental leave policies, the mismatch between school schedules and work hours, and how to decide whether it makes sense for one parent to step back from paid work.

If you are a current or future parent trying to reconcile ambition, income, and your desire to be present with your kids, this episode will help you feel seen and remind you that if it feels hard, you are probably doing it right.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

• How Rianka's early experiences shaped her definition of generational wealth for her own family.

• Why so many parents rely on a "paid village" and how childcare costs impact financial planning.

• The struggle between hyper independence and learning to ask for help as a new mom.

• Why dropping expectations of others can protect your peace during parenthood.

• Key financial prep before kids: leave policies, insurance, childcare, and support systems.

• A reminder that if motherhood feels hard, it often means you're doing it right.

• How becoming a parent can reshape the way financial planners view real-life budgets.

Links & Resources Mentioned​

• Episode 119: Helping Women of Color Get Ahead Financially

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About Lauryn Williams

Lauryn Williams is a Certified Financial Planner, Olympian, and financial educator passionate about helping people take control of their finances. Lauryn also hosts the Welcome to Wealth Retreats, designed to help individuals create actionable financial plans while traveling and experiencing new cultures. Learn more about her speaking services and retreats here.​

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