Episode Summary

Childcare is expensive, inflexible jobs are draining, and moms are often left with impossible choices. But what if your career actually supported your life?

In this episode, Madeline Roosevelt-Defuria, founder of Her Networth Matters, breaks down why tech and finance are two of the smartest career paths for moms. From flexibility and wages to long-term stability, these industries offer opportunities that work with motherhood—not against it.

You’ll hear the stats, the reality check, and the encouragement you need to think bigger about your career options.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• 💸 The real cost of childcare and how it impacts working moms
• 📊 What the “motherhood penalty” is—and how much moms lose compared to dads
• 💻 Why tech careers offer built- ...