Maternity Leave Without the Burnout: How to Set Boundaries and Protect Your Recovery”

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/889264/open_sms] In this episode of the BeHerVillage Podcast, Kaitlin talks with parental leave expert Jackie Cook about how to design a maternity leave that actually lets you rest, recover, and bond with your baby—without setting yourself up for chaos when you return to work. They discuss:  💛 Why working on leave can leave you coming back with an “empty cup”  💛 How to define your comfort level with work during leave 💛 Simple steps to prepare your role and responsibilities before baby arrives 💛 Why it’s essential to decide who can contact you during leave—and when 💛 How to plan a smooth ramp back into work (even in roles like teaching and nursing) Whether you plan to go completely off-grid or check in occasionally, this episode will help you set boundaries, lower your stress, and return to work feeling recharged—not depleted. FREE Maternity Leave Guide [https://behervillage.com/free-maternity-leave-guide?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=podcast_notes&utm_campaign=july_2025_hannah_vasquez_ep2] Start your BeHerVillage Registry [https://behervillage.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast_notes&utm_campaign=november2024_tummytime] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/behervillage/] Get in touch with Jackie [https://www.popinsfam.com/]