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Since I Became a Mother

Since I Became a Mother

Going Back to Work After Baby: Mom Guilt, Identity & How to Make It Work with Jessica Martin and Taara Sajnani Das

Oct 20, 2026 · 46m

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Episode Summary Going back to work after having a baby can feel like an impossible equation: childcare, feeding, schedules, career expectations, guilt, ambition, and a completely different version of yourself all competing for attention at once. In this episode of Since I Became a Mother, Taylor sits down with return-to-work doula Jessica Martin and working mom, content creator, and brand strategist Taara Sajnani Das to talk about what returning to work actually feels like — and what can make the transition easier. In This Episode * What returning to work after maternity leave really feels like * How to prepare before your first day back * Why ambition can change after becoming a mother *…