This week on Creative Moms Focus, Samantha and Jessica dive into a conversation every entrepreneurial mom needs to hear—how to prepare for maternity leave while running your own business.

At the time of recording, Jessica was preparing for her third maternity leave (spoiler alert: baby boy is here!) and shares the lessons she's learned as a solo business owner balancing clients, systems, and family. Even though it's her third time around, she reminds us that maternity leave never feels easy—but with the right planning, it is possible to step away from work without losing momentum.

Samantha, a mom of two, emphasizes that maternity leave doesn't have to mean pausing your entire business. Together, the two discuss practical strategies for planning ahead, communicating with clients, automating workflows, and easing back into work at your own pace.

Here's what you'll hear in this episode:

• The importance of client communication and setting clear expectations.

• Why systems and automations are your best friend during leave.

• How to batch social content, newsletters, and blogs before baby arrives.

• Why backup plans matter when things don't go as expected.

• The value of temporary help (even just 5 hours a week!).

• How to ease back into work after leave without overwhelming yourself.

Whether you're expecting your first baby or navigating maternity leave for the third time, this episode is full of practical advice to help you protect your business and savor this precious season of motherhood.

Tune in to learn how to set yourself—and your clients—up for success during maternity leave.

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