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Amanda Braverman-Brone | Finding Your Purpose: Advocacy, Confidence & Impact
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What happens when you stop waiting for the perfect time and start pursuing what matters most to you?
This week on the MY FIT TRIBE Podcast, I sit down with Amanda Braverman-Brone, founder and executive director of the Moving Forward Foundation, maternal and infant health advocate, and United States of America's Miss Dane County 2026.
Amanda's journey into advocacy began with a frightening experience during her second pregnancy. After noticing a change in her baby's movements, she ultimately underwent an emergency C-section that saved her son's life. That experience inspired nearly two decades of work educating families about fetal movement awareness and stillbirth prevention.
Today, through the Moving Forward Foundation, Amanda is expanding her mission to support expectant mothers, healthcare providers, and families navigating pregnancy and postpartum care.
But Amanda's story doesn't stop there.
At 45, she decided to challenge herself in an entirely new way by entering the world of pageantry. What began as an opportunity for personal growth has become another platform for service, confidence, and community impact.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Fetal movement awareness and the importance of speaking up during pregnancy
- The mission behind the Moving Forward Foundation
- Maternal mental health and the need for postpartum support
- Why asking for help and accepting support matters
- Challenging expectations and finding confidence in midlife
- How pageantry became a platform for advocacy and personal development
- The power of volunteering and creating an impact you may never see
- Why it's never too late to pursue something meaningful
Amanda reminds us that we don't have to wait until everything is perfect to begin. Whether it's advocating for your health, volunteering in your community, or trying something that feels completely outside your comfort zone, opportunities for growth are all around us.
This week's actionable step: Today's the day! Think of something you've wanted to try, learn, or pursue but haven't started. Take one step toward it today. If you're searching for purpose, consider getting involved in your community through volunteering.
As Amanda says, "Life is long. So fill it up."
Connect with Amanda and the Moving Forward Foundation:
Website: https://themovingforwardfoundation.org
Instagram: @moving.forward.foundation
Instagram: @amandabravermanbrone
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