Working Mom Burnout, Maternity Leave, and Returning to Work Explained | Alexa Starks

Send us Fan MailWhy do working moms experience burnout, stress, and overwhelm after returning to work? In this episode, Dr. Supatra Tovar explores the reality of work life balance, working mom stress, and postpartum mental health. Many women are expected to perform at full capacity immediately after maternity leave, despite sleep deprivation, emotional strain, and major life transitions. This conversation breaks down why burnout in women is so common and how workplace culture continues to fall short in supporting mothers.Dr. Tovar is joined by Alexa Starks, workplace culture innovator, leadership strategist, and founder of Executive Moms. After more than a decade in corporate operations and navigating her own return to work after having children, Alexa now works with organizations to create parent-forward workplaces that support career growth, retention, and flexibility for working parents.In this episode, you’ll learn why returning to work after maternity leave can feel overwhelming, how postpartum mental health and stress impact performance, and why many women don’t feel safe advocating for their needs in the workplace. Alexa also shares how outdated workplace systems contribute to burnout and what structured reentry and supportive leadership should actually look like.Subscribe for more conversations on psychology, nutrition, and sustainable health, and watch more episodes of the ANEW Insight Podcast for practical strategies to support your well-being and performance.🔗 Connect with Alexa StarksWebsite: https://www.executivemoms.co/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexastarksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexa.starks?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==Continue Your Journey 📘 Book: Deprogram Diet CultureGet your copy on Amazon: https://a.co/d/5IRab6oLearn more: https://www.anew-insight.com/book🎓 Course: Deprogram Diet Culturehttps://www.anew-insight.com/course🌐 Visit the Websitehttps://www.anew-insight.com🎥 Watch More Episodeshttps://www.youtube.com/@my.anew.insight🎤 See My TEDx Talkhttp://bit.ly/3NVR00W#workingmomburnout #burnoutrecovery #anewinsight #drsupatratovar #drsaito Support the showThank you for joining us on this journey to wellness. Remember, the insights and advice shared on the ANEW Body Insight Podcast are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional before making any changes to your health routine. To learn more about the podcast and stay updated on new episodes, visit ANEW Body Insight Podcast at anew-insight.com. To watch this episode on YouTube, visit @my.anew.insight. Follow us on social media at @my.anew.insight on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Threads for more updates and insights. Thank you for tuning in! Stay connected with us for more empowering stories and expert guidance. Until next time, stay well and keep evolving with ANEW Body Insight!