You’re Not Behind—You’re Just at the Beginning with Kimber from Pearl Pop

In this episode of Her Layered Life, I sit down with Kimber, the founder of Pearl Pop, to talk about the beginning—the quiet season of building that doesn’t always feel impressive, but matters more than we realize.

We talk honestly about what it looks like to start small, to build before anyone is watching, and to trust that growth can still be meaningful even when it feels slow. Kimber shares how Pearl Pop began as a BYU Executive MBA class project, how she and her co-founder hand-poured their very first bottles, and what it’s been like bootstrapping a company as a single mom while learning everything as she goes.

This conversation is for anyone who’s ever wondered if what they’re building right now actually matters.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode

• Why starting small is often the most powerful way to build something sustainable

• Kimber’s journey from Emmy-winning news anchor to single mom to startup founder

• Letting go of perfectionism and learning to move forward with the 80/20 rule

• Why women are not meant to compete—and how community accelerates growth

• A faith-filled reminder that sometimes all it takes is one ice cube

Favorite Quotes

• “Every business that lasts starts small.”

• “Sometimes all it takes is an ice cube.”

• “You don’t have to know how—just start trying.”

• “A rising tide lifts all boats.”

• “God accepts our meager efforts.”

About Pearl Pop

Pearl Pop is redefining oral care with a soft, chewy pearl you chew and brush—designed to make brushing easier, cleaner, and less stressful, especially for kids. What started as a solution to bedtime chaos has grown into something even bigger, helping families create confidence, independence, and better daily routines.

Why This Conversation Matters

This episode is a reminder that:

• You don’t need all the answers to begin

• Small, consistent steps compound over time

• Faith, community, and courage matter just as much as strategy

If you’re in the beginning—or starting again—I hope this conversation meets you right where you are.