Return to work
Becoming a parent is a wonderful life changing journey. However, it can also be overwhelming, exhausting, stressful and, sometimes, just overwhelming. Transitioning back to work after parental leave can also be a challenging process where employees often feel apprehensive about their ability to meet all their new and changing priorities.
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Identifying and managing emotions
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Visualising Day 1
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Setting goals and boundaries
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Mindset and Self Talk
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Calming breathing technique
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Let go of Mum Guilt
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Reflect and embrace your growth
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Support Systems
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Practice self compassion
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Self- care
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Mindful Parenting
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Additional topics if required:
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Boost confidence by learning to tap into inner resources.
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Managing f anxiety
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Imposter Syndrome buster!
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Sleep Better
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Supporting Research
​Smith, P. M., & Black, O. (2018). The effectiveness of workplace return-to-work interventions: A systematic review of the literature. Occupational Medicine, 68(4), 223-232.​
Hammer, L. B., Neal, M. B., Newsom, J. T., Brockwood, K. J., & Colton, C. L. (2005). A longitudinal study of the effects of dual-earner couples’ utilization of family-friendly workplace supports on work and family outcomes. Journal of Applied Psychology, 90(4), 799-810.​
Joyce, S., Modini, M., Christensen, H., et al. (2016). Workplace interventions for common mental disorders: A systematic meta-review. Psychological Medicine, 46(4), 683-697.​
Martin, A., Woods, M., & Dawkins, S. (2019). Managing employees with mental health issues: Identification and support mechanisms in the workplace. International Journal of Business and Management, 14(3), 76-88.