Maternity Leave & Return Conversations
Are you about to go on maternity leave, or have you recently returned to work?
If so, I’d love to speak with you!
Since the realities of this transition are still rarely discussed, I’m conducting 30-minute research interviews with women in leadership to better understand their experience of going on leave and returning to work, and how organizations support (or fail to support) this transition.
These conversations are completely confidential. The insights will be published in quarterly reports to inform better support for women going through this transition.
As a thank-you, you’ll receive a complimentary 60-minute Clarity Session with me.
If you’d like to take part, you can book your slot here.
Or, if you’d prefer to share your experience in writing, you can do so here.
Maternity Leave & Return Report - March 2026
Over the past months, I’ve been speaking with women about one of the most profound transitions in both life and career: returning to work after maternity leave.
The conversations were honest, nuanced, and often deeply reflective. Women shared experiences across industries, countries, and company sizes — from corporate environments to startups and independent work. While every story was unique, clear patterns began to emerge about what works, what doesn’t, and what this transition really requires.
What became clear is that returning to work after becoming a mother is not simply a logistical shift — it is a major identity, capacity, and life transition. Yet many workplaces still treat it as a simple resumption of work.
Read the conclusion and download the full report here: