Growing Pains | Where Business Owners Come to Plan Maternity Leave
You’re running a business and dreaming of growing your family—but when you search for how to take maternity leave as a self-employed mom, the answers just don’t exist.
You’ve pieced together advice from HR blogs, asked your friends, downloaded generic templates, and tried to “figure it out later.” Meanwhile, you’re left wondering: Can I really step away from my business without losing momentum—or my mind?
Here’s the truth: You can. And Growing Pains is here to show you how. Hosted by maternity leave strategist and business operations expert Alyson Caffrey, this podcast helps self-employed moms plan for maternity leave during the trying to conceive, pregnancy, and postpartum seasons—without burning out or ghosting their business.
Each week, you’ll hear honest solo episodes, expert interviews, and real-life maternity leave stories from moms who are building legacies and raising babies. No fluff. No one-size-fits-all advice. Just grounded guidance to help you navigate life and business on your terms.
Alyson has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs streamline their operations and take actual time off for maternity leave—while returning to businesses that thrive.
Ready to take maternity leave like a CEO? Follow Growing Pains and let’s build a business that supports your motherhood journey.
Growing Pains | Where Business Owners Come to Plan Maternity Leave
Navigate Maternity Leave Without Putting Your Business on Hold
Are you a mom-to-be wondering how to navigate maternity leave without putting your business on hold? In this episode, I share my hard-earned wisdom on balancing entrepreneurship with new motherhood. Learn why preparation is key, discover strategies for managing your business during leave, and explore financial considerations unique to self-employed moms. Whether you're expecting your first child or planning for your next, this episode offers valuable insights to help you design a maternity leave that nurtures both your baby and your business!
Topics covered in this episode:
- The importance of preparation for maternity leave.
- Team management and delegation.
- Alyson's personal experience with being unprepared vs. prepared.
- Benefits of proper maternity leave planning for business growth.
- The value of systems and support in running a business as a new mother.
- Transitioning back to work.
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You don't have to choose between growing your business and your family.
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xx Aly
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