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
What Does My State Offer? – Maternity Leave Roadmap #16
One of the biggest questions I get from self-employed moms planning their maternity leave is: Does my state offer anything to help?
In this episode of the Maternity Leave Roadmap series, we’re breaking down the truth about state programs, federal protections, and private options for financial support during your leave. I’ll walk you through how these benefits actually work, what to look for, and how to stack multiple sources of coverage so you’re not caught off guard. Whether your state has programs in place or not, this episode will help you start building a plan that feels more stable, supported, and smart.
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In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
• What state and federal programs (like FMLA) actually offer
• How state disability and paid leave programs really work
• What to do if your state doesn’t offer anything
• How to supplement with private insurance or personal savings
• Real-life examples of how to stack support options for your unique setup
• Why getting strategic now can increase your income during leave
This Episode’s Homework:
Research what your state currently offers in terms of paid leave or disability. If there’s nothing available, explore one private or business-funded option you could start preparing for now.
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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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