With more women becoming leaders in the third and public sector, maternity leave presents a significant challenge for both the organisation and the individual.
Our individual, person-centred programme uses the latest psychological research to help women balance life, work, motherhood, child care and the good of the team. It also ensures organisations retain and support their key staff.
Our approach facilitates a reflective approach to maternity leave, enabling mothers to achieve effective transitions and helping them to improve their performance by better understanding their new roles.
The Benefit of Employers
- highly motivated returning employees
- more effective transitions
- improved performance
- improved employee commitment and satisfaction
- improved employee retention
The Benefit to Mothers
- professional and individual support through one of life's biggest experiences
- improved life/work balance
- reduced stress levels
- in-depth insights derived from a thorough and personalised approach
- greater self-awareness
- networking with mothers in key roles in similar positions
- greater awareness of strengths
- positive impact on professional performance
- greater understanding of the impact parenting has on leadership styles
The Heart of the Programme
- Preparation for leaving work
- identification of core strengths
- exploration of new roles: mother and manager
- preparation for the return to work
- exploration of attachment patterns at work
- mindfulness and relaxation techniques
- management of the first months back at work
- specific personal development plan