Research has shown there are benefits to paid parental leave. However, there is currently no federal paid leave policy in the United States. It's up to states or employers to provide these benefits. Preparing for the delicate newborn and postpartum phase can feel stressful and confusing - especially for individuals who are self-employed, freelancers, or entrepreneurs.

In this episode, guest Arianna Taboada explains the benefits of paid parental leave for both families and employers. We also discuss policy, childcare and how to prepare for your unique needs.

Arianna Taboada is is a maternal health researcher, author, and owner of a consulting firm that helps female founders intelligently design maternity leave plans that meet their business model and personal needs. Her book is titled The Expecting Entrepreneur: A Guide to Parental Leave Planning for Self Employed Business Owners.

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According to this survey, most moms take breaks from their careers. Still, it's challenging and it's stressful for women. My guest helps moms overcome that challenge!

Cindy Lish is an accomplished career coach who empowers Stay at Home moms with the confidence, tools and skills to successfully return to the workforce. A former stay at home mom of two wonderful children, Cindy is passionately helping the world, one woman at a time. She truly understands what it feels like to think that your decision to raise your family means that you will NEVER be able to return to the workforce. She has empowered over 600 women in all industries and levels, to find jobs they truly love.

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Being a mom comes with some major emotional challenges and shifts. In this episode we discuss healthy ways to react and respond to mom guilt, pressure and the mental load of motherhood. My guest is a pro at helping women control these tricky thoughts that can have a huge affect on our mental health.

Guest Nicole McNelis a licensed mental health therapist and maternal mental health counseling specialist. She operates her own counseling private practice in the suburbs of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is a mom to two energetic and curious little boys. Nicole’s therapy practice is woman-centered, which means she focuses on the needs of women, moms, and mom-to-be. She is passionate about supporting women through life transitions big and small.

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