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21 Returning to Work? Rewrite the Rules First!
Thinking about returning to work after maternity leave—but the old rules just don’t fit anymore? In this episode, we explore what happens when you’ve changed, but work hasn’t. Join Jools and flexible working advocate Emma Harvey as they unpack the emotional and practical shifts working mums face when stepping back into the workplace. From the power of the 5-hour workday to redefining success after baby, this episode is for any mother ready to do it her way.
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🔗 Amy Grilli
Welcome to Mama’s Flightpath—the podcast exploring the thrills, turbulence, and WTF moments of returning to work as a mama.
Each week Jools shares real working mamas stories who have done it, expert insights, and mindset-shifting tools.
Whether you're back at work, questioning if it still fits, or craving clarity on your next step—this is your space to reset, realign, and return to yourself.
Because going back isn’t just a professional move. It’s a whole identity shift.
🎙️ New episodes every Tuesday💛 📥 Download the free Return Reset™ at mamasflightpath.com to get unstuck and move forward with clarity👩🏽💻 Be coached by Jools and realign with what matters most
✨You’re not alone, mama, You have got this and I have got you
If you enjoyed this conversation, follow Mama's Flight Path so you don't miss another episode.
👩🏽❤️💋👩🏼Share this episode with a parent who who could do with some light shone onto their path and take a moment to to comment, and share you thoughts.
Your comments help me keep on the right track to bring you content you need and want. Supporting the show in this way helps us to connect and empower more mamas.
Want to join me on the pod? PLEASE get it touch you can email [email protected] or visit mamasflightpath.com
Let's keep connected
✨ Follow Mama's Flight Path on Instagram, Facebook or youtube
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Emma and the Five Hour Club
02:47 Navigating the Messy Middle of Motherhood and Work
11:18 Identity and Career Change: Finding Flexibility
15:20 The Systemic Issues in Returning to Work
17:42 Creating Opportunities: The Five Hour Club's Mission
20:40 Understanding the Pay Gap and Job Availability
27:44 Understanding the Gender Pay Gap and Parenthood
30:13 Redefining Part-Time Work: Flexibility vs. Quality
32:22 The Motherhood Penalty: Job Quality and Gender Bias
34:17 Normalizing Flexible Work for All Parents
36:46 The Business Case for Flexible Work
39:26 Advocating for Yourself: Empowering Parents in the Workplace
43:37 The Need for Systemic Change in Work Culture
45:59 Validation and Advocacy: Navigating the Return to Work
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By Jools RayeThinking about returning to work after maternity leave—but the old rules just don’t fit anymore? In this episode, we explore what happens when you’ve changed, but work hasn’t. Join Jools and flexible working advocate Emma Harvey as they unpack the emotional and practical shifts working mums face when stepping back into the workplace. From the power of the 5-hour workday to redefining success after baby, this episode is for any mother ready to do it her way.
Get more from Five hour club on insta Five Hour Club and on Insta
More from Emma
🔗 LinkedIn Emma Harvey
🔗 Amy Grilli
Welcome to Mama’s Flightpath—the podcast exploring the thrills, turbulence, and WTF moments of returning to work as a mama.
Each week Jools shares real working mamas stories who have done it, expert insights, and mindset-shifting tools.
Whether you're back at work, questioning if it still fits, or craving clarity on your next step—this is your space to reset, realign, and return to yourself.
Because going back isn’t just a professional move. It’s a whole identity shift.
🎙️ New episodes every Tuesday💛 📥 Download the free Return Reset™ at mamasflightpath.com to get unstuck and move forward with clarity👩🏽💻 Be coached by Jools and realign with what matters most
✨You’re not alone, mama, You have got this and I have got you
If you enjoyed this conversation, follow Mama's Flight Path so you don't miss another episode.
👩🏽❤️💋👩🏼Share this episode with a parent who who could do with some light shone onto their path and take a moment to to comment, and share you thoughts.
Your comments help me keep on the right track to bring you content you need and want. Supporting the show in this way helps us to connect and empower more mamas.
Want to join me on the pod? PLEASE get it touch you can email [email protected] or visit mamasflightpath.com
Let's keep connected
✨ Follow Mama's Flight Path on Instagram, Facebook or youtube
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Emma and the Five Hour Club
02:47 Navigating the Messy Middle of Motherhood and Work
11:18 Identity and Career Change: Finding Flexibility
15:20 The Systemic Issues in Returning to Work
17:42 Creating Opportunities: The Five Hour Club's Mission
20:40 Understanding the Pay Gap and Job Availability
27:44 Understanding the Gender Pay Gap and Parenthood
30:13 Redefining Part-Time Work: Flexibility vs. Quality
32:22 The Motherhood Penalty: Job Quality and Gender Bias
34:17 Normalizing Flexible Work for All Parents
36:46 The Business Case for Flexible Work
39:26 Advocating for Yourself: Empowering Parents in the Workplace
43:37 The Need for Systemic Change in Work Culture
45:59 Validation and Advocacy: Navigating the Return to Work