Firstly, whoever coined it witching hour (singular) clearly never experienced it!! There is most definitely an ‘s’ needed on that hour! Evenings with little ones can feel utterly overwhelming—depending on their age, perhaps its crying non stop as a newborn from 5pm onwards, or for toddlers, the almighty crashes when you cut the banana they […]
back to work, maternity leaveReturning to work after a break can be both exciting and daunting. Have you found yourself wondering how you will juggle work and family life? Are you feeling unsure about how to prepare for this transition? As a mum, you might be used to putting everyone else first, often neglecting your own needs and aspirations. […]
back to work, boundaries, building confidence, maternity leave, mum guilt, re-returners, returning to work, work life balance, working parentsIt’s 7.00 a m, and Fiona’s already feeling the pressure of the day ahead. As she hurriedly gets dressed for work and tries to stick a bit of make-up on, she hears her husband, Ray, calling up the stairs, “Where are Emily’s shoes? And what should she wear today?” Fiona sighs, abandons the mascara and […]
back to work, boundaries, mum guilt, returning to work, work life balance, working parentsThere are many reasons businesses welcome back employees who have been off for an extended time, such as maternity, paternity, parental, carer, bereavement, illness leave. This process, known as re-onboarding, is crucial for ensuring a smooth transition for the returner and the business. It also aids retention of key talent, supports the returners well-being and […]
back to work, maternity leave, returning to work, work life balance, working parentsHeading back to work after any kind of significant leave, such as maternity leave, parental leave, a career break, is undoubtedly one of the most challenging transitions a parent can face. The blend of emotions, ranging from excitement about resuming professional life to the inevitable separation anxiety, can be overwhelming. However, with careful planning and […]
back to work, boundaries, maternity leave, mum guilt, returning to workAre you getting ready to go on maternity leave soon? As you prepare for the arrival of your little one, balancing professional responsibilities with impending motherhood may seem daunting. With careful planning, you can set yourself up for success, and feel empowered and ready both at home and at work ahead of your maternity leave. […]
back to work, maternity leaveIf you are breastfeeding when returning to work, the anxiety or worry or how your feeding journey will be impacted can play on our minds. Unfortunately, in some workplaces, the conversation with your manager / team that you are breastfeeding your child and will need breaks and facilities to pump or feed is not a […]
back to work, breastfeeding, maternity leave, returning to work, work life balanceThe transition when returning to work after having a baby can be challenging for mothers, both physically and emotionally. As anyone who has experienced returning to work will know, it is not uncommon for mums to experience a range of emotions such as anxiety, overwhelm, guilt, sadness, self-doubt and stress when returning to work after […]
back to work, maternity leave, working parentsGoing back to work after maternity leave can bring up a lot of worries for Mum. After spending a significant amount of time at home with baby, the transition back can be multi layered. The overwhelm, challenges, anxiety, guilts and any other feeling a Mum has returning to work are all valid. Here are some […]
back to work, mum guilt, working parentsChildcare and mum guilt come up, understandably, a lot, when mum’s are going back to work after maternity leave. Your child starting in childcare, is without doubt one, of the hardest parts of going back to work. With most Mum’s moving from a space of being with baby probably 24/7 to only seeing them potentially […]
back to work, mum guilt, working parents
