Leaving Leave

8.1 Cristal's Recap

Alexis and I review Cristal's episode!

8.0 Cristal's Story

Crystal Westwood went back to work after maternity leave with a newborn, a pandemic, and zero childcare options — only to face workplace bias, two layoffs, and the challenge of untangling her identity from her career. In this episode, we talk postpartum mental health, advocating for yourself when you return from leave, and how motherhood can reshape your ambition in ways you never expected. Follow Cristal on instagram at cristal.westwood! For more on Leaving Leave, follow me at tech_mama_pnw

7.1 Alicen's recap

Catching up on these recaps! Take a listen as we reflect on Alicen's journey with her first, transitioning to 3 with a some gnarly childcare challenges, such as "nannicking"

6.1 Kris's Recap

This is a really juicy and helpful recap!! We get into some "unpopular opinions" around wfh, and some more helpful stuff, like how to advocated to yourself to your manager, and what you can do as a manager to support someone going on or returning from leave.

7.0 Alicen's Story

Alicen is a corporate mom and fellow podcaster. She is an "alumni" of the 3 under 3 club. She navigated two returns to work as well as becoming a manager shortly before her first leave. We touch on postpartum mental health challenges as well as the importance of a supportive workplace culture. Alicen's cheerful demeanor is infection and inspiring! Check out her podcast The Career Driven Mama on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and follow her @thecareerdrivenmamapodcast on Instagram! For more on Leaving Leave, and corporate life, follow me @tech_mama_pnw