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Working Mumma

Carina O’Brien

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 O’Brien, mum of 2 boys, businesswoman, and founder of Working Mumma, each episode delivers relatable

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31:59

From Redundancy to Global Business: How Beatrice...

Working Mumma ·

2025/05/26

In this episode of the Working Mumma podcast, Carina O’Brien chats with Beatrice Toh, mother of 3 and founder of Hey Doodle.Beatrice shares how a career pivot during COVID turned redundancy into opportunity, sharing very openly her experiences of building a global business from her kitchen table, and what it’s really like managing the juggle of entrepreneurship with three young kids. Beatrice opens up about the raw realities of business and motherhood, between nap times, during night shifts, the

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48:05

Navigating a Toxic Return to Work: Elise’s Story of...

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2025/05/19

Returning to work after maternity leave is a major life transition, and for many women, it’s a moment of hope that quickly turns into disillusionment with their manager and/or employer.For Elise Slavin, her return came with rigid demands, unrealistic expectations, and emotional burnout. Despite clear communication with her employer, she was expected to ramp up to full-time hours, 5 days a week within three months of returning after parental leave, secure extra childcare in an impossible timeframe,

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36:59

What to Wear When Returning to Work:...

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2025/05/12

Returning to work after maternity leave is a huge transition, physically and emotionally.Your body has changed, your lifestyle has shifted, and your wardrobe? It probably doesn’t reflect the confident, capable woman you are becoming. In this episode, Carina chats with personal stylist Lisa Stockman about how clothes can influence your confidence, how to rebuild your wardrobe without breaking the bank, and the mindset shift mums need when rediscovering their personal style. Packed with actionable

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08:53

Stop Doing It All: How to Share the Mental Load and...

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2025/05/08

Let’s be real, you're not just juggling work and motherhood. You're carrying the mental load too: remembering school events, buying birthday presents, packing lunches, and keeping everything (and everyone) running smoothly.It’s invisible. It’s exhausting. And it’s not sustainable. From the silent stress to the constant remembering, planning, and doing, it’s no wonder we feel like we’re running on empty. In this podcast I cover: What the mental load really is, and how it quietly burns us out The

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36:27

Ash Polland's Story of Identify Loss and the Raw...

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2025/05/05

From the spotlight of reality TV to the chaos of raising two young girls, Ash Pollard opens up about how motherhood shook her to the core. In this honest and emotional conversation, Ash shares her journey of identity loss, the pressure to keep performing, and how she’s navigating the raw realities of being a mum.You’ll hear: How Ash landed her first role in TV and why it’s not as glamorous as it seems What shocked her most about early motherhood and the identity crisis that followed Her struggle

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06:50

Permission to Say No: Setting Boundaries & Reclaiming...

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2025/05/01

Feel like you’re saying “yes” to everything and losing yourself in the process? You’re not alone.This Juggle Tip episode gives you permission to say no without feeling guilty and gives you strategies to say no with confidence. From work requests to weekend bake sales, I share how to set boundaries so you can reclaim your time and energy and do the things you enjoy. This episode is your go-to guide for setting boundaries that work for you. When you start saying no to the right things, you create

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29:10

Hatien’s story - Losing My Job While Pregnant and...

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2025/04/28

The early years of motherhood aren’t just hard; they completely shake and in many ways change your identity. In this real and raw conversation, Hatien Van shares her journey through pregnancy during a pandemic, losing her job, experiencing postnatal depression, rebuilding her life and career. If you've ever wondered why the early years feel so overwhelming, or questioned if you’re doing enough, this episode will feel like a warm, honest conversation with a friend who truly gets it. In this

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36:25

Laetitia Andrac on burnout, ADHD, and leaving...

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2025/04/15

Laetitia Andrac is a mother of two, former corporate strategist, business owner, and passionate advocate for neurodiversity. When her daughter Zoe began showing signs of being neurodivergent, Laetitia found herself navigating a complex, exhausting system while trying to hold down a senior management role in one of Australia's largest organisations. What followed was a personal journey of burnout, late ADHD diagnosis, and ultimately, a complete career shift.Laetitia opens up about the emotional toll

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29:30

The questions my pre-mum self would ask me today

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2025/04/08

Have you ever paused and reflected on the woman you were before becoming a mum? In this special solo episode, I open up about the questions my pre-mum self might ask me today. From navigating identity shifts to managing relationships, careers, and the mental load – this is the episode I would give to my younger self, full of truth, insight, and a dose a reality.From career ambitions and the mental load to the myth of balance and the messy beauty of mum life, I reflect on what I have learned and

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42:43

How to Stop Being Your Own Worst Critic and Embrace...

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2025/04/01

As working mums we juggle a lot - career, parenting, relationships, and everything in between. But often, our biggest challenge is the voice inside our own head. In this episode I sit down with Fleur Chambers, a multi-award-winning meditation teacher, best-selling author, philanthropist, and creator of the free meditation app, The Happy Habit.During the chat we shared a lot including: Fleur sharing her experience in trying to be the 'perfect mother' and what she discovered Why we need to

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20:03

Career vs Motherhood - Why we can't do it all and...

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2025/03/24

Ever feel like you’re being pulled in a million directions trying to navigate motherhood and a career - between work, kids, home, family, relationships, and everything in between? You’re not alone. The pressure to "do it all" is real, but here’s the truth: you don’t have to.In this episode, I dive into the myth of having it all, why it’s okay to let things go, and how redefining success on your own terms can help you navigating the juggle. Join me as I share: Why trying to do it all leaves us

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51:44

Raising an autistic child and rebuilding your career...

Working Mumma ·

2025/03/18

Returning to work after a career break is challenging for any parent, but what happens when that break is dedicated to being a full-time carer for a child with autism? In this deeply personal and insightful episode, Carina sits down with Porscia Lam—former corporate lawyer, mother of two, and author of The Unlocking: An Autism Story—to discuss her journey of parenting an autistic child, navigating therapy for autism, and re-entering the workforce after a three-year career break.In This Episode, we

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28:41

How to navigate the transition returning to work...

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2025/03/11

Returning to work after maternity leave is one of the biggest transitions in your working mum journey. Whether you're excited or feeling overwhelmed, those first 90 days back at work can be an emotional rollercoaster. But with the right mindset, preparation, and strategies, you can navigate this phase with confidence. In this episode, I share: How to prepare before your first day back The key conversations to have with your employer Managing work expectations and setting boundaries Dealing with mum

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45:20

Return to Office Mandate: Why It’s Happening & How to...

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2025/03/04

Return-to-office mandates are making headlines across Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and beyond—igniting debate about productivity, flexibility, and the future of work. But what do these policies mean for working mums juggling careers and family life? Do they even have a benefit? In this episode, I chat with Dr. Ellen Ford, leadership expert, author, and passionate advocate for workplace flexibility. We explore: Why companies are enforcing return-to-office mandates and what’s driving this

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23:10

Overcoming Mum Guilt: Letting Go of the Pressure to...

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2025/02/26

Mum guilt—it’s real, it’s something a majority of mums experience, and it can make us feel like we’re never doing enough. But what if you could manage that guilt and start feeling more confident in your role as both a mum and in your career?In this episode, I'm tackling the overwhelming pressure on mums to ‘do it all’ and why so many working mums feel guilt about balancing career and family. I break down: Why we feel mum guilt (and why it’s not your fault) How guilt holds us back from thriving at

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41:49

Job Search, Resume and Interview tips with Ash Battye

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2025/02/19

Returning to work after maternity leave can feel overwhelming—where do you start with updating your resume? How do you explain the gap in a resume? How do you navigate interviews after being out of the workforce for a period of time? What do you do if you’re considering a career change?In this episode of the Working Mumma Podcast, I’m joined by HR and hiring expert Ash Battye, founder of Career Pursuit. Ash has over a decade of experience in recruitment and HR and is passionate about helping

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40:55

Making Work Work: How We Can Create a Better System...

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2025/02/11

As a working parent, trying to navigate the career/parenting juggle is similar to trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. In this episode, I chat with Louise Gilbert, leadership coach, change consultant, and author of Make Work Work for You.We dive into the reality of juggling work and family life and why the traditional concept of work-life balance sets working mums up to fail. Louise shares her journey as a corporate leader turned business owner, her passion for systemic change in the

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24:30

Lighten the Mental Load: How to Set Yourself Up for a...

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2025/02/05

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the endless juggle of work, home, and family life? You’re not alone. Research shows that burnout among working mothers is at an all-time high, with much of the stress coming from the invisible mental load—the ongoing responsibility of managing it all.In this episode, we take a moment to pause and reflect on your mental load as the year begins. It’s the perfect time to reassess what’s working, what’s not, and how you can make small but impactful changes to lighten the

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33:41

Navigating Transitions: How to Help Your Kids Thrive...

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2025/01/27

Transitions are part of every parenting journey, but they can often feel overwhelming—for both parents and kids! In this episode, I sit down with parenting expert Gen Muir to discuss navigating these pivotal moments with confidence and connection for both your child and you.From starting daycare or school to navigating new situations, we dive into the common challenges children face during these transitions. Gen shares her expert tips on managing big emotions, building resilience, and creating a

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13:30

Debunking Work-Life Balance: Why It’s a Myth and What...

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2025/01/22

In this episode of the Working Mumma podcast, I challenge the widely accepted idea and myth of work-life balance, explaining why it often sets working mums up for stress, guilt, and burnout.Balance isn’t a destination; it’s not something you achieve and then check off your list. Life is dynamic and constantly changing, especially as a working mum. I share strategies including boundaries and work-life integration as more sustainable approaches to navigating the demands of work and family life. Tune

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