Torn In Two: Balancing Motherhood & Career, with guest Maggie Rodriguez

In today’s episode, we explore the issue of balancing motherhood and a career, and hope to provide a haven for all you amazing mums out there who are currently navigating this delicate balance in your lives. 

Join us as we explore the intricacies of managing both worlds and discover practical strategies to thrive in all aspects of your life. Whether you’re figuring out the right balance for you and your family, or you’re deciding whether to take the leap and take a break from your career to focus on mothering alone, tune in to be inspired and feel supported as you go on that journey.  

In this episode, I am joined by Maggie Rodriguez, mom of two and host of Daytime at Channel 8. Maggie’s high-profile career started in journalism where she reached the top of her game before retiring for a full 10 years to raise her kids. She is now back in front of the camera having landed the perfect job for her, allowing her to thrive in her career whilst also allowing her to be the mom she wants to be. 

You can find out more about Maggie Rodriguez on her Instagram page and stay tuned for news of her new podcast coming soon. 

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Some of the topics we discuss include:

The importance of finding flexibility and freedom 

When trying to balance motherhood and your career, it’s so important to try and carve out more flexibility and freedom within your role where possible. For some, this might mean speaking up and asking for modifications at work, or starting a conversation with your boss about more flexible working hours or being able to work more from home. Or perhaps it’s starting your own business so you can build more freedom and flexibility into your day to day life. 

Seeking support to help with the load

To successfully navigate this balance, it’s often essential to lean on support where possible, whether it’s help from grandparents or employing a nanny or outside help. 

Having conversations in order to make fully-informed decisions

If stepping away from work to raise your children full time is a decision you are currently thinking about, it’s important to have the necessary conversations surrounding the financial implications of this ahead of time, so that everything has been considered ahead of making this change.  

Prioritising self-care

Balancing being a mom alongside a career is a juggling act, but it’s so important to also prioritise self-care and alone time where possible. This doesn’t always have to look like weekends away or spa days - it can be as simple as making sure you keep up your morning gym routine, taking ten minutes to do your skincare in the evening or taking some moments when you’re in the car to collect your thoughts.