Whatever you are facing, some of these resources may help you to tackle those challenges with confidence. Enjoy exploring different aspects of thriving as a working mum.
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Deciding to have a baby is one of the most important decisions you will make in your lifetime. When you make the choice to have a baby, you have to acknowledge that life as you knew it, will come to an end and you need to be ready for that but a new, exciting and wonderful life as a mother will begin.
Also, recognising the impact that may have on your working life and career and preparing for that is also essential to help you navigate the changes you will face when you become a working mum.
Below are some helpful resources to help you consider how to get ready for having a baby.
Once you and your partner have decided to try for a baby and become pregnant, pregnancy is such a special time in your life and you should enjoy every moment of it if you can.
When you are pregnant, there are things to consider relative to your working life and career and below are some helpful resources to help you consider how to manage being pregnant and continuing to work:
When baby arrives, your world will change beyond all recognition. Enjoy every moment of it and take as many pictured and videos as you can, as it will fly by in the blink of an eye!
Work will still be there to go back to after your maternity leave, so allow yourself the gift of time with your child for as long as you are able to both financially and contractually.
Below are some helpful resources to help you consider how best to manage your maternity leave:
When you are ready to return to work at the end of your maternity leave, it is highly likely that you will need to consider childcare options.
Below are some helpful resources to help you consider different childcare options:
Returning to work after having a baby can be a stressful and daunting time.
Below are some helpful resources to help you consider how best to manage this for you, your family and your employer.
Having a baby is a financial decision as much as it is a decision to become a parent.
Some thoughtful planning ahead with regards to your finances and maximising all of your benefits and tax breaks can help you to weather any storms along the way and also prepare for the costs that having a child will bring.
Being financially responsible is part of being a good parent and if you manage your finances well, it will also be a factor in your career choices.
You become the Chief Financial Officer of your life and your child(ren)’s life when you become a parent, let's build your 'CFO' strategy now!
Managing your career as a mother isn't about choosing between your ambition and your family - it’s about designing a path that respects both.
This section moves away from the "all or nothing" mentality, offering strategies to help you advocate for what you need, maintain your professional momentum, and redefine success on your own terms. Whether you're navigating a return to work or eyeing your next promotion, these tools are here to help you lead with clarity and confidence, without the burnout.
Being a lifelong learner will help you to accelerate your career. The pace of change is so rapid these days that keeping abreast of the latest thinking in your profession is critical.
Think of growth as your secret weapon for navigating the "new normal" of working motherhood. Here, we focus on building the knowledge and skills to thrive.
Finding that sweet spot between the boardroom and the bedtime routine isn’t about being perfect; it’s about being purposeful.
Instead of adding more to your "to-do" list, developing habits to help you reclaim your time, protect your energy, and lead with confidence in both worlds will help you to be more successful.
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