In this episode, I’m joined by Vanessa Jupe, CEO and founder of Leva, a company dedicated to supporting mothers in the workplace. Vanessa shares her insights on the challenges new moms face, from identity loss to the cognitive and emotional impacts of motherhood, and the feelings of loneliness that often come with it. We discuss how to normalize conversations about what happens when someone has a child and explore holistic support systems for new parents, including mental health resources, lactation support, career coaching, and more. Vanessa also highlights the high rate of women leaving the workforce within a year of having a baby and the economic impact on companies.

Ready to discover how organizations can better support new moms to thrive at work and learn practical strategies for balancing career and motherhood? Join us.

We dive into:

• Normalizing conversations about the impact of motherhood on workplace morale and performance
• Holistic support systems for new parents: mental health resources, lactation support, nutrition, career coaching, and sleep
• The measurable benefits of companies supporting new moms
• Addressing gender bias and the importance of supporting non-birthing parents and all caregivers in the workplace
• Practical tips for new moms, including the importance of community, flexibility, and creating a re-entry plan after maternity leave
• And more

**Useful links**

• Connect with today’s guest, Vanessa Jupe:
  • https://www.levaapp.com/
  • https://www.linkedin.com/company/levaapp/
  • https://www.instagram.com/leva.app/
  • https://www.youtube.com/@leva-app/
• Vanessa’s current read: National Park Mystery Series
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