Show Notes
Balancing motherhood and business is unpredictable, so how do female founders actually do both without burning out?In this honest conversation, hosts Emmie & Mae talk openly about what it really takes to run a business while raising a family. Emmie shares what she learned juggling four kids as an entrepreneur while Mae prepares for motherhood, and together they unpack the reality behind maternity leave when you ARE the business.Whether you are planning for a baby, in the early months, or years into the juggle, this episode will help you set realistic expectations, build the right support, and let go of perfection.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: Why you should set your business up to run without you for at least 3 months The flexibility advantage entrepreneurs have over traditional maternity leave How to navigate partner dynamics and avoid resentment when both careers are demanding Why extended paternity leave changes everything for founders How to prioritise what matters and let go of being the perfect founder, partner and parent Why you cannot compare your journey - every baby and every business is different When and how to ask for help before you hit burnoutThis is for any woman trying to build a business and a family at the same time.CHAPTERS:00:00 - Why we recorded this live00:35 - The unknown of parenthood and business03:35 - Prepare for not being able to work09:52 - Plan for 3 months off10:44 - The entrepreneur advantage - flexibility14:44 - Partnership, resentment and taking turns to shine21:13 - The real mistake - not enjoying work or kids25:01 - Letting go of perfection28:23 - Doing what is right for you and your body29:51 - Be kind to yourself and embrace supportConnect with us→ Join Female Founders Rise Free: https://femalefoundersrise.com/→ Emmie on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/emmiefaust→ Mae on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/mae-yip-9017b238→ Download the episode playbook: https://femalefoundersriseshow.com/→ Female Founders Rise Show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/ffr.show→ Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZzmT38gycW8
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