25 How to Handle Redundancy After Maternity Leave

Feeling lost after redundancy or returning from maternity leave? In this powerful episode, Jools sits down with author, change coach, and mum Eleanor Tweddell to explore how unexpected career detours—like losing your job—can actually open new doors. Together they unpack Eleanor’s five-step framework from her upcoming book Another Door Opens, starting with the radical permission to pause.You’ll hear why rushing into “what’s next” doesn’t work, how to sit with messy emotions, and why capacity matters more than capability when you're a mum figuring out your next move. If you’re navigating identity shifts, career change, or just craving a moment of calm—this one’s for you.🔗 Plus, don’t miss Tuesday Jools Tools that pairs with this episode—your 10-minute reset to help clarity rise, like bubbles in sparkling water.Each week Jools shares real working mamas stories who have done it, expert insights, and mindset-shifting tools.Whether you're back at work, questioning if it still fits, or craving clarity on your next step—this is your space to reset, realign, and return to yourself.Because going back isn’t just a professional move. It’s a whole identity shift.🎙️ New episodes every Tuesday and Thusday💛 📥 Download the free Return Reset™ at ⁠mamasflightpath.com⁠ to get unstuck and move forward with clarity👩🏽‍💻 B⁠e coached by Jools ⁠and realign with what matters most ✨You’re not alone, mama, You have got this and I have got you If you enjoyed this conversation, follow Mama's Flight Path so you don't miss another episode.👩🏽‍❤️‍💋‍👩🏼Share this episode with a parent who who could do with some light shone onto their path and take a moment to to comment, and share you thoughts.Your comments help me keep on the right track to bring you content you need and want. Supporting the show in this way helps us to connect and empower more mamas.Want to join me on the pod? PLEASE get it touch you can email ⁠[email protected] ⁠or visit ⁠⁠mamasflightpath.com⁠⁠Let's keep connected✨ Follow Mama's Flight Path on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Facebook ⁠⁠or ⁠⁠youtube ⁠⁠Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background03:31 Navigating Job Loss and Identity06:22 The Shift in Career Perspective09:02 Exploring New Opportunities12:10 The Importance of Capacity14:58 Creative Outlets and Personal Growth18:03 The Midlife Transition20:43 Acknowledging Change and Embracing Messiness23:43 Steps to Intentional Restart26:17 Micro Changes and Daily Choices34:52 The Journey of Self-Improvement37:54 The Ripple Effect of Our Actions41:17 Finding Calm in Chaos43:16 Creative Outlets for Mental Clarity45:34 Navigating Change and Loss48:31 Quickfire Reflections on Life53:50 Hope and Hero Moments