47 min
74. Maternity Leave for Self-Employed Women Thoughts from the Couch Podcast
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- Mental Health
Juggling motherhood as a self-employed entrepreneur? You're not alone! Although there are so many benefits to being your own boss, there are also a ton of struggles that add the challenge of thriving in parenting and career. This episode dives deep into the topic of the lack of maternity leave for self-employed women. I speak with Jessica Figueroa, a powerhouse attorney, broker, and mom of two and she shares her inspiring journey of building a business while navigating the unique challenge of having a newborn.
This episode dives into:
The lack of service available for self-employed mothers trying to take maternity leave.
The pressure of maintaining a business during the postpartum period.
The differences between Jessica's maternity experiences with her first child while working in corporate America and her second child while running her own business.
The emotional toll of hiding a pregnancy to maintain professional relevance.
Guest Info:
Connect with Jessica on Instagram @jfigco or her website here.
Resources Mentioned:
Anxiety Coaching
Moondbird- use code Justine20 for $20 off
Holding Space Podcast with Dr. Cassidy
Podcast Disclaimer
Juggling motherhood as a self-employed entrepreneur? You're not alone! Although there are so many benefits to being your own boss, there are also a ton of struggles that add the challenge of thriving in parenting and career. This episode dives deep into the topic of the lack of maternity leave for self-employed women. I speak with Jessica Figueroa, a powerhouse attorney, broker, and mom of two and she shares her inspiring journey of building a business while navigating the unique challenge of having a newborn.
This episode dives into:
The lack of service available for self-employed mothers trying to take maternity leave.
The pressure of maintaining a business during the postpartum period.
The differences between Jessica's maternity experiences with her first child while working in corporate America and her second child while running her own business.
The emotional toll of hiding a pregnancy to maintain professional relevance.
Guest Info:
Connect with Jessica on Instagram @jfigco or her website here.
Resources Mentioned:
Anxiety Coaching
Moondbird- use code Justine20 for $20 off
Holding Space Podcast with Dr. Cassidy
Podcast Disclaimer
47 min