On this episode of Wanna Grab Coffee? we’re talking PTO. You know, that “benefit” that somehow turned into Paid Time Off for Sick Kids, School Chaos, and Everyone Else’s Emergencies Except Yours. Working moms, this one is for us.

If you’ve ever tried to be emotionally available on the first or last day of school while secretly checking Slack in the pickup line… same. And if you’ve ever wondered why taking a single PTO day feels harder than your actual job… also same.

In this episode, we’re breaking down how to reclaim PTO as part of your earned compensation, not a guilty treat. You’ll learn how to use PTO as a tool for intentional life design- not just for fevers, field trips, and last-minute crises — but for mental health, emotional availability, and showing up for your kid ...