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EPISODE · Nov 4, 2025 · 16 MIN

Back to Work? Why Motherhood, Work, and Gender Myths Still Trip Us Up

from MissPerceived

We’re digging into the real deal behind that “return to work” moment after having a baby. Have you ever wondered if you’re supposed to feel overwhelmed, lost, or suddenly less “yourself” as a mother, or if it’s just you? Spoiler: it’s not just you, and it’s not a flaw. On this episode, Leah breaks down what brand new research tells us about why mothers feel double the time pressure (hint: it’s not just diapers and sleepless nights), how cutting back work hours really affects mental health, and why all those stories about “doing it all” are misperceived from the get-go.Follow Leah: @prof.leahruppanner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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