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Mother and Baby on the Beach

Motherhood and Beyond

Navigating motherhood while holding space for your professional identity is no small feat. This collection of curated resources is here to support you emotionally, mentally, and practically—whether you’re easing back into work, exploring a new path, or simply finding your rhythm as a mother. You’ll find thoughtful books, grounding meditations, helpful podcasts, and gentle tools to help you return, recalibrate, and move forward with clarity and self-trust.

Books:

  • The Fifth Trimester by Lauren Smith Brody – A practical and emotional guide for returning to work after baby

  • Work. Pump. Repeat. by Jessica Shortall – Honest advice for breastfeeding while working

  • Fair Play by Eve Rodsky – On balancing domestic labor and creating equitable partnerships

  • You Are a F*ing Awesome Mom by Leslie Anne Bruce – Raw and empowering for modern motherhood

  • Burnout by Emily & Amelia Nagoski – A must-read for navigating stress, especially for mothers

 

Podcasts:

  • Motherhood Sessions (Alexandra Sacks, MD) – Honest convos about matrescence, identity, and emotion

  • The Return (Mindful Return) – Short episodes focused on navigating work post-baby

  • Career Contessa – Great for confidence, career clarity, and work-life tools

  • Mother Honestly – Focuses on motherhood, ambition, and systemic support

  • Mom & Mind – Mental health in motherhood, including career transition and emotional regulation

 

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“Whenever and however you give birth, your experience will impact your emotions, your mind, your body, and your spirit for the rest of your life.” - Ina May Gaskin (Midwife & Birth Advocate)

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