What collaborations have significantly influenced Hilary Erickson's blogging career?

Hi, I’m Hilary Erickson from The Pregnancy Nurse.

A few types of collaborations have really shaped my blogging career:

• Brand partnerships: I’ve worked with hundreds of family-focused and pregnancy-related brands, especially through sponsored content on Pulling Curls and affiliate marketing. Those relationships helped me refine my voice and better serve moms.
• Speaking and industry events: Speaking for groups like Snap, Mediavine, and at retreats (like the Ignite Retreat in Utah) pushed me deeper into content creation, affiliate marketing, and course creation.
• Podcast and media features: Appearances on shows like Real Connections and Outnumbered, plus being highlighted by outlets like Huffington Post, expanded my audience and credibility.

Is there a specific type of collaboration you’re most interested in—brand work, speaking, or affiliate partnerships?