The Maternity Leave Podcast

April is C-Section Awareness Month, and in this solo episode, I’m finally sharing my birth story—something I’ve never talked about publicly before.

My first birth experience ended in an emergency C-section. From the moments leading up to delivery, I share what surprised me, what I wish I knew, and how it changed my perspective on birth.

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Are you feeling exhausted, foggy, or just not yourself after giving birth? This episode might be exactly what you need.In this episode, I sit down with Atara Parkinson—a licensed therapist with a passion for holistic healing—to discuss the often-overlooked importance of mineral replenishment in postpartum recovery.Atara shares how her own personal health struggles sparked a journey of deep healing and led her to help other women reconnect with their body, story, and energy through nervous system support, therapy, and mineral balancing.🎧 Watch now & subscribe for more honest conversations on motherhood, wellness & womanhood.➡ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✔ The impact of mineral depletion on postpartum health✔ Atara’s personal story of burnout and recovery✔ Simple ways to begin restoring balance as a busy mom❣️ Enjoy this episode? 📩🔔 SUBSCRIBE! New Maternity Leave episodes every week!👋🏾 Connect with Atara: https://www.instagram.com/atara.parkinsonhttps://www.facebook.com/public/Atara Parkinson----SARICE'S RESOURCES💚 My HEALTHY-MOM FAVS https://sariceholley.com/resources/👉🏽 My FREE EMAIL COURSE https://sariceholley.ck.page/83c387a005🗞 My MONTHLY ROUNDUP newsletter https://sariceholley.ck.page/d9596d646f👩🏾‍💻 WORK WITH ME: I help women optimize fertility naturally through nutrition & lifestyle- https://sariceholley.com/work-with-me/🙋🏾‍♀️ LET'S CONNECT Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/sariceholleyRDInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/sariceholley/LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/sariceholleyPinterest | https://www.pinterest.com/SariceHolleyRDTo Your Health 🌱Saríce #PostpartumRecovery #MineralDeficiency #NervousSystemHealing #BurnoutRecovery #HolisticMotherhood #HealingAfterBirth #Mompreneur #MaternityLeavePodcast

Jess Hilarious recently went live on Instagram, expressing her frustration after returning from maternity leave to find that her replacement, Loren Larosa, was given a permanent role on The Breakfast Club.

This brings up a major career dilemma for working moms—what happens when your temporary replacement turns out to be better at the job?

In this episode, I talk about:

✅ The harsh reality of maternity leave and career advancement for women.

✅ Why millennial moms are choosing mompreneurship, remote work, or hybrid jobs.

✅ My own experience replacing someone on maternity leave.

✅ The emotional and professional challenges of returning to work after having a baby.

✅ How motherhood can shift your career mindset and priorities.

Whether you’re a working mom, a mompreneur, or considering starting a family while balancing your career let’s talk!

Have you ever felt sidelined at work after maternity leave? Did you return to your job or start your own business? Drop a comment below!

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Jess Hilarious Addresses Criticism Of Her Role On ‘The Breakfast Club’ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3sPqJ5C9YdU

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Are you constantly feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed?

In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Levy, a Licensed Therapist, Somatic Experiencing™ Practitioner, and Registered Yoga Teacher, to explore the power of somatic healing and nervous system regulation.

Sarah shares simple, effective ways to calm your nervous system, get grounded, and feel more present in your daily life.

Whether you’re a career-oriented millennial, a busy mom, or just someone looking to feel more connected, this episode is packed with actionable tools to help you reduce stress and find balance.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ What is somatic healing, and how can it transform your well-being?

✔️ Quick grounding techniques to help you feel more present and centered

✔️ How to recognize and reset when your nervous system is overwhelmed and more!

🎧 Listen to the full episode and discover how to regulate your nervous system naturally.

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In this episode of Maternity Leave, I sit down with Janna Willoughby-Lohr—an artist, poet, musician, and entrepreneur—who proves that making money as an artist is not a pipe dream.

Janna turned her love for paper crafting into Papercraft Miracles, a successful handmade paper art business.

✨ We discuss her journey from struggling art student to award-winning entrepreneur, how she created her own major in college, and the challenges she overcame to build a thriving creative business while balancing motherhood.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ How Janna transformed her artistic passion into a sustainable business

✔️ Why making money as an artist is totally possible—with the right strategy

✔️ The reality of balancing motherhood & creative entrepreneurship

🔔❣️ Watch now & SUBSCRIBE for more inspiring stories from creative mompreneurs!

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In this episode of Maternity Leave, I sit down with Jenna Michael, a writer and homeschooling mom of four, to talk about raising children with intention, simplifying gift-giving, and dispelling some misconceptions about homeschooling.

➡ What You'll Learn in This Episode:

✔ How to Align Gift-Giving with Your Family Values (And Avoid Overconsumption!)

✔ The Truth About Homeschooling & Why It Might Be Right for Your Family

✔ What self-care as a mom of four.🎧 Listen now & start creating a home filled with purpose and intention!

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This episode's #mompreneur isValerie Recore, a productivity and time management specialist and Certified Fair Play Method Facilitator. Valerie helps busy moms gain control over their time, delegate effectively, and end their days feeling accomplished rather than overwhelmed.In this conversation, we dive into:✅ The Fair Play Method is a game-changing approach to dividing household and family responsibilities fairly.✅ The Mental Load of Motherhood – How moms can stop carrying the entire weight of household and family management.✅ Practical Productivity Hacks – Small shifts that create big wins in time management and peace of mind.✅ Aligning Your Life with Your Family's Values – The key to building a home and schedule that truly works for you.❣️ If you've ever felt like there’s just never enough time in the day, this episode is for you! 📩🔔 SUBSCRIBE! New Maternity Leave episodes every week!👋🏾 Connect with Valerie : https://strideproductivity.com/https://www.instagram.com/strideproductivity/📝 Get The Fair Play Conversation Starter Playbook: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Partner on Board With The Fair Play Method https://strideproductivity.com/conversationstarter/----SARICE'S RESOURCES💚 My HEALTHY-MOM FAVS https://sariceholley.com/resources/👉🏽 My FREE EMAIL COURSE https://sariceholley.ck.page/83c387a005🗞 My MONTHLY ROUNDUP newsletter https://sariceholley.ck.page/d9596d646f👩🏾‍💻 WORK WITH ME: I help busy moms simplify and optimize their health & wellness so they can thrive in their mom journey- https://sariceholley.com/work-with-me/🙋🏾‍♀️ LET'S CONNECT Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/sariceholleyRDInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/sariceholley/LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/sariceholleyPinterest | https://www.pinterest.com/SariceHolleyRDTo Your Health 🌱Saríce Mompreneur Productivity Time Management Tips for MomsHow to use the Fair Play Method for moms#FairPlayMethod #TimeManagementForMoms #DelegationForMoms #ProductivityTips #MomCoaching #SimplifyMotherhood #LessStressMoreJoy #SariceHolley #MaternityLeavePodcast

This episode's #mompreneur is Jill Lerman, a play and parenting coach, early childhood educator, and mom to a toddler.

Jill is passionate about helping parents create joyful, manageable parenting experiences by fostering meaningful play.

From infancy to toddlerhood, she emphasizes the power of connection through simple, developmentally supportive activities.

We dive into:

✨ The importance of play in early childhood development and how it supports learning.

✨ Why parents don’t need flashy toys or gadgets—simple, intentional play is enough!

✨ The concept of independent play and how it helps kids develop self-confidence, problem-solving skills, and creativity.

✨ How parents can balance engagement with their kids while fostering independence and more!

On his episode of Maternity Leave, I got to sit with the resilient Karen Deulofeu, a fertility, pregnancy, and postnatal coach.

After navigating her own infertility trauma and IVF journey, Karen transitioned from a successful career as a lawyer to becoming a certified coach, EFT practitioner, and mindset transformation expert.

Karen’s mission is to support women in overcoming the emotional toll of infertility, pregnancy, and motherhood to reclaim their joy and confidence.

In this episode, Karen and I discuss:

💡 The procedure that led to her fertility struggles in her late 20s and how she coped.

💡 Her IVF experience and how it shaped her parenting.

💡 The unexpected challenges of motherhood, including her relationship ending in her first year as a mom.

💡 The stigma surrounding infertility and why open conversations are essential.

💡 Practical tools and mindset shifts to release fear and pressure while trying to conceive.

❣️ Don’t miss this episode if you or someone you know is navigating the complexities of infertility, pregnancy, or parenting.

In this episode of Maternity Leave, I’m joined by Anna Darlington, a certified Life & Business Coach, and an accredited HR professional turned #mompreneur.

Anna is dedicated to helping mothers step into leadership roles—both at work and at home—without sacrificing fulfillment in motherhood or family life.

We dive deep into:

✨ Navigating mom guilt and overcoming the emotional challenges of leaving (or not leaving) your career after maternity leave.

✨ How to identify and transition into mom-friendly work cultures that support work-life balance.

✨ Strategies for career pivots that align with your evolving priorities as a parent.

✨ Practical tips for re-entering the workforce with confidence and clarity.

This episode is perfect for moms who are debating whether to return to work, make a career pivot, or step confidently into leadership while embracing motherhood.

❣️ Tune in now and walk away with actionable strategies to make career decisions that align with your goals and values as a mom.