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Preparing for maternity leave is complex. Yet the real challenge tends to be the return to work.

This practical guide prepares you for a realistic leave & return transition
that sets you up for sustainable success beyond

Maternity Leave & Beyond

It is still widely assumed that women ‘bounce back’ to who they were before becoming mothers and simply ‘pick up where they left off’ before going on maternity leave.

But in reality, motherhood expands you in the most amazing ways. At your core, you remain the same, but now you are also a mother. You return to work as a changed person.

Meanwhile, things in the workplace might have changed, too. It takes time to adjust to a new reality.

This guide prepares you for a more realistic and sustainable re-entry into the workforce so you can keep thriving in your career while embracing your new role as a mother.

What’s in the guide?

  • The Motherhood & Leadership Framework™, covering the four phases where motherhood and career overlap: pre-leave, on leave, re-entry, and beyond

  • Actionable steps for preparing both your maternity leave & re-entry

  • Real-life advice from modern mothers on what truly helps when returning to work

This guide is perfect for you if…

You are Preparing for Maternity Leave
You feel on top of things, but are open to guidance to ensure you set yourself up for a smooth transition by planning for both your leave and your return.

You are About to Re-enter the Workforce
You realise that this transition will be harder than you imagined, and you would love guidance in navigating this shift more sustainably.

You have recently returned to work
You are in the process of adjusting to a new rhythm, new identity, and possibly a changed workplace, and would love to learn from like-minded women what helped most during this transition.

Mariana, Portugal

“Isabel's coaching helped me so much in gaining clarity and purpose as I went back to work. She gave me the tools I needed to feel recharged and empowered. I highly recommend her sessions to anyone wanting to improve any areas in their life, to feel refreshed, and have a wise and professional guide by their side.”

Daniela, Portugal

“I had the pleasure of working with Isabel as my coach, and it was a truly transformative experience. She has an incredible ability to ask insightful questions that helped me uncover my core values and envision a better balance between my work and my family life.”

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