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EPISODE · Aug 11, 2025 · 25 MIN

#28 Can You Really Balance Work, Babies & Life? with Kelly Prior

from The Baby Playbook · host Nikolina Koevska Kharoufeh

In this empowering episode of The Baby Playbook, we’re joined by Kelly Prior, founder of CAKE — the platform that’s helping parents and employers find flexible, family-friendly work opportunities. Kelly shares her expert insights on how to navigate the often overwhelming transition back to work after having a baby.We dive deep into:👶 Navigating maternity leave and preparing for your return🧘‍♀️ Building a realistic work-life balance with young kids💬 How to approach your employer about flexible working arrangements💔 Coping with the emotional weight of mum guiltWhether you’re preparing to head back to work, considering a career shift, or simply trying to stay afloat in the chaos of parenting and productivity, this episode is filled with practical advice and heartfelt encouragement.LINKS:Keep up to date with Kelly here: https://www.instagram.com/kellyprior__tmCheck out CAKE here: https://www.thecake.com.au Not So Mumsy by Marcia Leone can be found here: https://www.amazon.com.au/shop/heynikolinak/list/3T762RPXBU5ZG?ref_=aipsflist My Mummy Loves Fudge (the best gift for yourself or a new mum friend!): https://heynikolinak.co/b/mymummylovesfudgeFollow Nikolina Koevska Kharoufeh here: https://www.instagram.com/heynikolinak/?hl=en#TheBabyPlaybook #WorkingParents #MumGuilt #MaternityLeave #ParentingPodcast #WorkLifeBalance #FlexibleWorking #ReturnToWork #MotherhoodUnfiltered #CAKECommunity #ParentSupport #ModernParenting #CareerAfterKids

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