74. Maternity Leave for Self-Employed Women

Juggling motherhood as a self-employed entrepreneur? You're not alone! Although there are so many benefits to being your own boss, there are also a ton of struggles that add the challenge of thriving in parenting and career. This episode dives deep into the topic of the lack of maternity leave for self-employed women. I speak with Jessica Figueroa, a powerhouse attorney, broker, and mom of two and she shares her inspiring journey of building a business while navigating the unique challenge of having a newborn. 

This episode dives into: 

• The lack of service available for self-employed mothers trying to take maternity leave.
• The pressure of maintaining a business during the postpartum period.
• The differences between Jessica's maternity experiences with her first child while working in corporate America and her second child while running her own business.
• The emotional toll of hiding a pregnancy to maintain professional relevance.

Guest Info:

Connect with Jessica on Instagram @jfigco or her website here. 

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