This week we welcome Jess Heagren, CEO of Careers After Babies. The conversation was a profound dive into the challenges and triumphs faced by working mothers, illuminated by Jess's personal experiences and her organisation's initiatives.

• Jess on Maternity Policies: Jess emphasised the importance of accessible and transparent maternity policies, stating, "You should be able to have access to those before you join an organization."
• Addressing Career Changes Post-Pregnancy: Jess shared alarming statistics from a survey she conducted, revealing the harsh reality many women face: "Within two weeks, I had more than 800 women come back and say this is my story."
• On Starting Careers After Babies: Jess described the genesis of her organization as a response to the need for fami ...