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Working Mumma

Carina O’Brien
Motherhood
Parenting
Mental Load
Work-Life Balance
Mental Health
Self-Care
Mum Guilt
Childcare
Communication
Career Development
Relationships
Education
Imposter Syndrome
Superwoman Syndrome
Gender Norms
Emotional Intelligence
Social Support
Matrescence
Gender Equality
Flexible Working

Working Mumma is the go-to podcast for women navigating the juggle of motherhood and career, especially during the return-to-work period after maternity leave. Whether you’re preparing to head back to work, already in the thick of the transition, or in the first few years of rediscovering your professional self, this podcast is your toolkit for clarity, confidence, and connection.Hosted by Carina ... more

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Latest Episodes

Returning to work after maternity leave can feel like stepping into a whole new world - one where your values, identity, and confidence may feel completely different from before you left. You may look the same on the outside, but on the inside, you f... more

Why are there no senior part-time roles?

What started as a reel with recent guest Emma McLean exploded online with hundreds of comments from working parents sharing frustrations, missed opportunities, and moments of hope about part time roles.

What... more

Returning to work after maternity leave isn’t just a date on the calendar, it’s a transition that unfolds over many months. In this episode of the Working Mumma Podcast, I share my tips and experiences of navigating the messy, emotional, and transfor... more

What happens when you’re caring for small children and aging parents at the same time? This is the reality for millions of women, now called the “sandwich generation.”

In this heartfelt episode of the Working Mumma podcast, Carina O’Brien speaks wit... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah Gibbins
Leadership coach, HR strategist, and mum of four
Neon People
Episode: How to Reclaim Your Identity in Motherhood When Returning to Work
Emma McLean
Executive coach, speaker, and founder of Works for Everyone
Works for Everyone
Episode: The Motherhood Penalty and The Impact on your Career with Emma McLean
Lauren Parrot
Founder of BubbaDesk and mother of two young boys, Charles and Harvey.
BubbaDesk
Episode: How proximity of care for your child can support your return to work after maternity leave with Lauren from BubbaDesk
Leah Ruppanner
Professor of Sociology at the University of Melbourne, gender equity champion
University of Melbourne
Episode: Lighten Your Mental Load, Ditch the Mum Guilt, and Rethink Care with Professor Leah Ruppanner
Donna Urquhart
A researcher, mum, and ultra marathon runner who ran 1400 kilometers across Antarctica.
Episode: How Donna Urquhart Chased Her Dream After Motherhood and Ran 1400km across Antarctica
Renee Barnes
Founder and director of the People Paradox
People Paradox
Episode: THROWBACK: How to navigate unrealistic expectations of working mums with Renee Barnes
Laura Stewart
Founder of a strategic social enterprise and former executive general manager
Pathmaker
Episode: “Who Am I Now?" The Identity Shift No One Prepares You For With Motherhood
Natasha Janssens
Behavioral money coach, founder of Women with Cents
Women with Cents
Episode: Money, Motherhood & Mindset: How to Rewrite Your Financial Story
Lisa Judson
A working mum, farm business consultant, and a powerhouse raising a family in regional Australia.
Episode: Navigating the Mum Juggle in the Country: How Lisa Balances Work, Kids & Farm Life

Host

Carina O'Brien
Host and fellow working mum, Carina O'Brien, shares her experiences as a businesswoman and mother of two. Her approachable and empathetic hosting style resonates with the audience as she encourages open discussions about the challenges of balancing motherhood and career.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
  • Help with the messy middle

    There’s no one way to get work life balance, which makes it really hard to negotiate all the best parts in the middle. So great to have Carina offering this podcast as a way to connect mothers in this boat so we can support each other.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LeanneTran
    Australiaa year ago
  • You came along just as I needed you

    If you’re a mumma and you work. You need this podcast. Thank you so much. Can’t thank you enough.

    So much comfort and advice on my commutes to work, you have helped me in so many moments of overwhelm and made me feel like I’m not alone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kristylee S
    Australia2 years ago
  • Informative and Interesting

    Being working mother is not an easy task, but this great show helps me feel like it’s possible to find that delicate balance between professional and family priorities.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sarahtonin.wm
    United States3 years ago
  • Every working Mumma needs this!

    Thank you Carina for creating a podcast that every Mumma needs.

    Always great topics on #mumlife wether it be career advice, mindset, work life balance. Always helpful x

    Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mikhaila The Coach
    Australia4 years ago
  • Love!

    Great podcast thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @_littleessentials
    Australia4 years ago

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Many find the discussions enlightening, empowering them to navigate their own parenting challenges more effectively.
The host is praised for creating a supportive community for working mothers, fostering connection and encouragement.
Listeners appreciate the relatable content and practical advice offered, especially regarding work-life balance and motherhood.

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Navigating the Mum Juggle in the Country: How Lisa Balances Work, Kids & Farm Life
Q: What have you found difficult as a working mum in a regional area?
The isolation of navigating things on your own and the challenges of finding suitable daycare options.
Navigating the Mum Juggle in the Country: How Lisa Balances Work, Kids & Farm Life
Q: What has been your career journey to where you are today?
I'm a farm business consultant now, with a varied background in community development, financial planning, natural resource management, and agri finance.
How Donna Urquhart Chased Her Dream After Motherhood and Ran 1400km across Antarctica
Q: Did you experience any doubt and the like in the lead up?
I had self-doubt all the way through.
How Donna Urquhart Chased Her Dream After Motherhood and Ran 1400km across Antarctica
Q: What inspired you to then start running ultra marathons?
It was in fact my journey through motherhood.
The Motherhood Penalty and The Impact on your Career with Emma McLean
Q: What would be your magic wand wish for addressing the motherhood penalty?
I would wish for mandatory paid parental leave for both parents, allowing them to experience equal caregiving roles.

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Focused on the intersection of motherhood and career, this podcast offers a supportive community for women navigating the complexities of returning to work after maternity leave. Each episode provides relatable stories, practical strategies, and expert insights specifically designed to address the unique challenges faced by working mothers. Listeners can expect discussions about mental load, work-life balance, and the struggles and triumphs experienced in the journey of parenthood while pursuing professional goals. The content is tailored to empower mothers, emphasizing that they are not alone in their experiences and encouraging a healthier approach to balancing responsibilities.

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1. Ready or Not
2. Parenting Out Loud
3. Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
4. The Imperfects
5. No Filter

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Working Mumma launched 6 years ago and published 181 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Working Mumma include:

1. Sarah Gibbins
2. Emma McLean
3. Lauren Parrot
4. Leah Ruppanner
5. Donna Urquhart
6. Renee Barnes
7. Laura Stewart
8. Natasha Janssens

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