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
Holistic Healing for Moms and Babies with Jessica Reynolds
Ready to take control of your health during pregnancy and beyond? In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Reynolds, a registered physiotherapist and holistic health practitioner, to explore her revolutionary approach to addressing morning sickness, postpartum recovery, and family well-being.
We dive into her inspiring journey, the creation of her tallow-based skincare line, and how she empowers moms to reclaim their health and thrive. If you’re navigating pregnancy, postpartum, or just looking for holistic solutions, you’ll leave feeling inspired and empowered to support your health in new ways.
Topics covered in this episode:
- How to approach morning sickness with a root cause mindset.
- Why nutrient deficiencies play a key role in pregnancy symptoms.
- The importance of self-care during pregnancy and postpartum.
- How holistic health practices can transform motherhood.
- The inspiration behind Jessica’s tallow-based skincare line.
- Tips for improving postpartum recovery and family wellness.
CONNECT WITH JESS:
Website - https://thewellnesselement.ca/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_wellness_element/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/aura.apothecary/
Courses and offerings - https://stan.store/The_Wellness_Element
Tallow skincare - http://www.auraapothecary.ca/
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xx Aly
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