Parents At Work
A podcast for working parents presented by Lori Mihalich-Levin, JD, founder of Mindful Return, and Jason Levin, MBA, founder of Ready Set Launch, exploring work-life integration in all different roles, industries, and professions. Techniques for parents in dealing with everything from sleep deprivation and managing work-life issues, to help you excel at work while also raising your family.
Episodes
You Are Not Alone: Changing the Conversation Around Perinatal Mental Health EP 76
What happens when becoming a parent completely changes the career path you thought you had planned?Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin talk with Mikah Goldman Berg, Director of Advocacy at Postpartum Support International, about her personal experience with perinatal mental health challenges and how it ultimately led her to advocacy work.Mikah shares why mental health support needs to be part of p
The Birth of a Parent: How Caregiving Changes the Brain EP 75
What if becoming a parent is not simply a life event, but a major stage of adult development? Hosts Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin talk with Michael Feigelson, CEO of the Van Leer Foundation and host of the Birth of a Parent podcast, about the science of the parental brain and body. Michael explains how pregnancy and caregiving reshape us, why parents may be among the fastest learners on Eart
Parenting Through the Unthinkable: Paula Edgar on Cancer, Work, and Resilience EP 74
When your child is diagnosed with cancer, everything changes, including how you parent, work, and lean on the people around you. Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin talk with attorney, speaker, entrepreneur, and working parent Paula Edgar about her son’s childhood cancer diagnosis and the five-year journey that followed.Paula shares how her family navigated fear, treatment, work demands, and uncer
The Back-to-School Reset: Routines, Work, Relationships, and Boundaries EP 73
Back-to-school season isn't just a transition for kids. It's a major adjustment for working parents, too. Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin share practical ways to make the shift easier, from treating the first month as an adjustment period and planning ahead for school closures to revisiting household responsibilities, communicating needs at work, and building relationships within the school co
Traveling with Kids: From Survival Mode to Lasting Memories EP 72
Family travel isn't always relaxing, especially when your kids are little. In this episode, Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin reflect on nearly 15 years of traveling with their children, from diaper bags, long road trips, and airport meltdowns to confident teenagers navigating Paris on their own. They share practical lessons about giving kids ownership, embracing flexibility, balancing work and
Beyond Time Management: Laura Vanderkam on Building a Bigger Life EP 71
What if the problem isn't that you don't have enough time, but that you're thinking about time the wrong way? In this episode of Parents at Work, Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin sit down with bestselling author and time management expert Laura Vanderkam to discuss her latest book, Big Time: A Simple Path to Time Abundance. Laura shares practical strategies for overcoming time scarcity, embraci
Building the Village: Julie Talbot on Family, Flexibility, and Leadership EP 70
In this episode of Parents at Work, hosts Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin welcome Julie Talbot, CEO of Lansinoh Laboratories. Julie shares her personal journey through IVF, becoming a first-time mom during the pandemic, and leading a global brand dedicated to supporting families. She discusses the importance of empathy, flexibility, parental leave, and creating workplaces where parents don't h
Dads in Academia: Balancing Research, Teaching, and Family Life EP 69
What’s it really like to balance the demands of academia with the responsibilities of fatherhood? In this engaging episode of Parents at Work, Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin sit down with professors Eric Chitambar and Lee Pinkowitz to discuss parenting, tenure, flexibility, career growth, and the lessons they’ve learned raising children while pursuing academic excellence. Along the way, they
Working Motherhood in Academia: Planning, Purpose, and Parenthood EP 68
What does it really look like to build a career in academia while raising children? In this thoughtful and often hilarious episode of Parents at Work, Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin sit down with professors Elizabeth Grimm and Catherine Leimkuhler Grimes to talk about parenting, ambition, research, flexibility, ADHD, planning, self-compassion, and the evolving realities of working motherhood
The Working Parent’s Guide to Travel: Mindset, Logistics, and Letting Go EP 67
Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin explore the realities of work travel as parents, from the emotional challenges of leaving young children to the logistics of preparing, managing time away, and reintegrating at home. They share personal stories, practical strategies, and mindset shifts that help working parents navigate travel with more confidence and less guilt. Connect with Lori at Mindful Ret
From Diagnosis to Resilience: A Surgeon’s Perspective on Cancer, Motherhood, and Purpose EP 66
In this powerful episode of Parents at Work, Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin sit down with Dr. Lucy De La Cruz, a breast surgeon whose care played a pivotal role in Lori’s cancer journey. They explore the intersection of medicine, motherhood, resilience, and early detection, while Dr. De La Cruz shares her remarkable story of perseverance, failure, and purpose. The conversation offers both pra
Rethinking Parental Leave: The Rise of Fill-In Talent EP 65
In this episode of Parents at Work, Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin talk with Beth Wanner of MotherCover and Kyle Robisch of Latitude about parental leave fill-in talent and why it’s becoming essential for modern workplaces. They explore how thoughtful coverage supports both business continuity and employee well-being, while redefining what it means to take leave without guilt or career risk.C
Work, Marriage, and Parenting: Inside a True Partnership EP 64
Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin welcome Lisa Tan and Martin Rawls-Meehan, partners in both business and parenting, to explore what it really takes to work and raise a family together. From building a company to raising bilingual kids, they share candid insights on trust, flexibility, and redefining balance as working parents.Connect with Lori at Mindful Returnhttps://www.mindfulreturn.com/Conn
Split Shifts, Melatonin, and Middle Schoolers: A Real Conversation About Sleep EP 63
After years of sleepless nights, split shifts, ADHD diagnoses, and even cancer recovery, Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin reflect on how their relationship to sleep has evolved through every stage of parenting. From baby wakeups to middle school melatonin routines to perimenopause and pillow replacements, this episode explores why adult sleep deserves as much attention as our children’s—and how
Build Your Bench: What the Olympics Teach Us About Coaching and Caregiving EP 62
In this Olympics-inspired episode of Parents at Work, Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin explore what working parents can learn from elite athletes about teamwork, coaching, mental health, and going after dreams. From building a “babysitting bench” to hiring coaches and supporting each other in marriage and career, they unpack why success in parenthood and work is never a solo sport. The takeaway
Lawyer Dads at Work: How Fatherhood Shapes Leadership and Legal Careers EP 61
What happens when fatherhood meets the general counsel role? In this episode of Parents at Work, hosts Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin welcome Andrew Ting and Jesse Raben for a candid conversation about being lawyer dads, leading legal teams, and raising kids at the same time.From billing 2,700 hours and daycare pickups to trust-based leadership and workplace flexibility, the guests explore ho
We're Not Okay: How Admitting That Helped Us Heal EP 60
Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin share how their family navigated an 18-month period marked by serious mental health challenges, cancer treatment, and deep uncertainty.Through a candid “top five” list from each host, they explore what helped them survive and recover: mindset, partnership, asking for help, systems and support, physical and emotional care, and vulnerability.This episode is an hon
A Public Service Episode for Working Parents: Kid Mental Health, DBT Skills and Early Breast Cancer Detection EP 59
After an 18-month hiatus, Lori and Jason return to Parents at Work to share what pulled them away and what helped them survive it. In an honest, practical conversation, they unpack navigating kids’ mental health crises (and the confusing “get help” maze), what they learned about DBT therapy, medication decisions, referrals, and insurance fights. Lori also shares her early-stage breast cancer story
Leading a City While Raising a Child: Mayor Muriel Bowser on Motherhood, Leadership, and Boundaries EP 58
Join Lori and Jason for this special episode as they welcome the Mayor of the District of Columbia, Muriel Bowser. A public servant for many years prior to becoming a mother, Mayor Bowser offers valuable insights into balancing life as a high-profile working mom. She shares how she incorporates her daughter into her official duties, how motherhood has enhanced her negotiation skills, and more.
Life as a General Counsel and a Working Mom EP 57
Lori and Jason are back with an engaging episode, featuring conversations with parents who are not only attorneys but serve as general counsel for major organizations. This week, they welcome LaTanya Langley (Chief People Officer, Chief Legal Officer, and Corporate Secretary at Edgewell Personal Care), alongside Betsy Philpott (Senior Vice President and General Counsel for the Washington Nationals
The Financial Services Working Mom Playbook EP 56
This week, Lori and Jason return with the second installment of their discussion with parents in finance. They are joined by guests Amie Patel (Partner at Elevar Equity) and Millie Schild (Managing Director, Corporate Banking at Truist Corporate and Investment Bank). In this episode, the guests delve into their experiences with varied maternity leave policies, express appreciation for backup child
Fatherhood Lessons from Financial Services Leaders EP 55
Parents At Work is back for a new season as Lori and Jason kick off a two-part conversation with parents in finance. In this episode, guests Rahul Buxani (Managing Director of FinTech and Climate Finance at KBW, a Stifel Company) and Shahed Amanullah (Managing Director at Frost Capital) highlight the evolving landscape of work-life balance within the sector, the benefits of exposing their children
Moms in Professional Development: Patience, Flexibility & the Power of Support EP 54
Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin are excited to bring you the second in their two-part series of interviews with moms and dads in professional development! Today, Lori and Jason are happy to welcome two wonderful moms in professional development, Aisha Greene and Stephanie Felder, to share their stories.Aisha is the Director of Attorney Development and Training at Cadwalader, Wickersham & T
How PD Dads Navigate Work, Kids, and the Unexpected EP 53
Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin are so excited to introduce a new set of interviews with moms and dads in professional development. Lori and Jason are thrilled to welcome Joshua Troy and Neil Dennis to today’s podcast! Neil and Josh are both amazing dads in professional development.Josh Troy is the Director of Talent Management at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP, where he engages with a
How Realtor Moms Make it Work and Savor the Little Moments EP 52
Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin are back with the second part of their two-part series of episodes with moms and dads working in real estate!Today, Lori and Jason are excited to introduce Eva Davis and Jennifer Eaby, who are both amazing moms working in real estate.Jen Eaby is a realtor in the north suburbs of Atlanta. She has been in the real estate industry for nine years. She loves house sh
Navigating Fatherhood, Real Estate and Real Life EP 51
Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin are excited to begin a new segment talking to moms and dads working in real estate!Today, Lori and Jason are delighted to introduce two wonderful dads in real estate, Paul Benshoof and Corey Lee!Corey Lee is the Principal of Residential Growth Properties LLC, a real estate investment brokerage in Washington DC. He has been actively involved in the real estate in
Lessons from Two Consulting Dads and How They Make it Work EP 50
Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin are back with the second episode in the series of interviews with parents in the consulting world!Today, Lori and Jason are excited to talk with two awesome consulting dads, Jonathan Milde, and Daniel Baldor!Jonathan Milde is a Managing Director and Partner at Boston Consulting Group, where he is a core member of the technology and digital advantage transactions
From Global Clients to Girl Scout Cookies: Lessons from Two Consulting Moms EP 49
Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin are excited to be back after several months of hiatus! They kick things off again by focusing on moms and dads in the consulting world. In this episode of Parents at Work, Lori and Jason talk to two fantastic consulting moms, Elizabeth Lapetina and Brooke Weddle. Liz Lapetina is a Managing Director with Deloitte Consulting, focused on healthcare operations and b
Dads in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Part 2 EP 48
In this episode of Parents at Work, Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin talk to another amazing dad who is a professional in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)! Juan Otero serves as Senior Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Comcast Corporation, where he leads DE&I initiatives across Comcast NBC Universal, focusing specifically on governance, public policy, and strategi
Dads in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Part 1 EP 47
Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin are back with the second of their series of episodes featuring moms and dads who are diversity, equity, and inclusion professionals.In this episode of Parents at Work, Lori and Jason are excited to talk to the fabulous dad, Ken Imo!Ken Imo is the Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion for Adobe. He is an accomplished executive, author, lawyer, and U.S. Air Force
Moms in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion EP 46
Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin are back with their tradition of interviewing moms and dads in specific industries, sectors, or roles. In this series, they will be interviewing moms and dads who are diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) professionals.Today Lori and Jason are excited to interview two amazing moms, Kamillah Knight and Jaya Saxena! Kamillah Knight is a change superhero! She str
Division of Household Labor – Part 2 with Sergio Rosario EP 45
Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin continue with their two-part series on an issue that working parents in all careers, roles, and industries struggle with: how household labor gets divided.In the second part of this series, Lori and Jason are excited to have an amazing dad, Sergio Rosario, joining them to carry on the conversation about the important, emotionally-charged, and controversial topic
Division of Household Labor – Part 1 with Eve Rodsky EP 44
In this episode, Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin took a detour from their usual pattern of interviewing moms and dads in different industries and sectors to discuss an issue that all working parents struggle with - how household labor gets divided. They have created a two-part series of special guests to dive into this important, juicy, and emotionally-charged topic! Today, Lori and Jason are
Dads in Executive Search EP 43
Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin continue with their tradition of interviewing moms and dads in different industries and sectors. In this episode of Parents at Work, Lori and Jason focus on the narrow yet important niche of dads in executive search and interview the dynamic dads, Julian Ha and Patrick Gray! Julian has been an Executive Search Consultant for more than fifteen years. He is a form
Moms in Executive Search EP 42
Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin are happy to be back after a winter hiatus! In this episode of Parents at Work, they pick up on their tradition of interviewing moms and dads in various industries and sectors.Today, Lori and Jason talk to two inspiring moms, Christina Cary and Debbie Tang, both professionals in executive search. Christina is a partner at Heidrick & Struggles. Her search wo
CEO Dads EP 41
In this episode of Parents at Work, Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin continue with their tradition of interviewing moms and dads in various professional roles. Today, Lori and Jason talk to two amazing CEO dads, Bob Spagnoletti and Charles Bonello. Bob serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the District of Columbia Bar, and Charlie is the Co-founder and CEO of Vivvi, a provider of childcare a
CEO Moms EP 40
Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin are back after taking a break to take an 8,153-mile car trip across the country! In this episode of Parents at Work, Lori and Jason interview Christian Nunes and Radhika Patil, two inspiring CEO moms. Christian Nunes, MBA, MS, LCSW, is the National President of the National Organization for Women (NOW). She has been the National President since August 2020. Bef
Fundraising Dads EP 39
In this episode of Parents at Work, Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin interview Mark Versen and Dale Wright. Mark is the Chief Development Officer (CDO) of the Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska, Inc. In 2020, he set a record for total annual fundraising by hitting $7 Million including the largest gift in Lutheran Family Services history of the 128 years of $3 Million while surpassing 22% grow
Moms in Fundraising EP 38
In this episode of Parents at Work, Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin interview two amazing working moms who are leaders in the fundraising profession, Pradnya Haldipur and Kara Barnes. Pradnya Haldipur is the Vice President of Development at Code.org, where she leads fundraising and philanthropic strategy. She has more than 24 years of development and management experience in a myriad of nation
Moms in Government Relations + Public Affairs, Part II EP 37
In this episode of Parents at Work, Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin interview Jewelyn Cosgrove, a government affairs professional in Washington D.C. Jewelyn currently serves Melwood, a 501(c)(3) organization serving people with disabilities, as the Vice President of government relations, bringing with her 15 years of experience in public policy, lobbying, and advocacy. Outside of work, Jewelyn
Dads in Government Relations + Public Affairs EP 36
In this episode of Parents at Work, Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin interview two working dads who work in government relations: Clif Porter and Jeff McNichols. Clif is the Senior Vice President of government relations at the American Healthcare Association (AHCA) and the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL), which represents more than 14,000 for-and not-for-profit nursing homes, assiste
Moms in Government Relations + Public Affairs, Part I EP 35
In this episode of Parents at Work, Lori Mihalich-Levin and Jason Levin interview Nedra Pickler. Nedra is a partner at the global public affairs firm, Finsbury Glover Hering, where she advises clients on communications strategy, including crisis communications, reputation management, thought leadership, and brand awareness. She brings deep perspective from inside the media after 17 years at The As
Welcome Our New Parents at Work Co-Host! EP 34
In this episode of Parents at Work, Lori welcomes to the podcast her husband and new co-host, Jason Levin, MBA. Jason is the founder of Ready Set Launch, LLC where he helps organizations, professional associations, executives and lawyers with career transition and business development needs through outplacement, individual coaching, training and webinars. Jason comes on as a guest to share his own
An Interview with Podcast Founder Tom Spiggle EP 33
Being a working parent can be a long and intimidating journey, but we are fortunate to live in a time when there is an array of resources to support you on your path.Today’s guest is none other than Tom Spiggle, founder of the Parents at Work Podcast and Spiggle Law, an employment law firm. Co-host Lori Mihalich-Levin interviews Tom about his inspiration for starting the podcast, as well as his ow
Engineer Dads EP 32
In today’s episode, Tom Spiggle and Lori Mihalich-Levin interview two engineer dads about their experience as working parents. We are joined by Matt Jensen, Business Owner and Senior Project Manager at Kimley-Horn, who has been an engineer manager and structural design specialist for over 20 years. We were also joined by Paul Andrukonis, Director of Personalization for Citi’s US Consumer Digital o
Engineer Moms EP 31
What is it like to be a mom in a field where only 15% of practitioners are women? In this episode of the Parents at Work Podcast, we interview Dhruva Lahon and Victoria Hills, who share what it’s like to be working mom engineers. They talk about the experience of being managed, of managing others, and of parenting during COVID. They also share how they found supports in this male-dominated fiel
Mental Health Dads EP 30
Being a working parent looks different for every career, every family, and every parent. In today’s episode, Robin Smith, licensed marriage and family therapist shares his experience as a working dad in the mental health field. He shares wise insights, including the self-inflected pressure that can occur as a parent from having heightened awareness as a mental health professional, the shifts happe
Mental Health Moms EP 29
This month, we’re focusing on moms and dads in the mental health field. And today we‘re delighted to be joined by two working moms who are mental health professionals, Dr. Elizabeth Allen and Dr. Aimee Danielson, to talk about navigating life as a working parent.Dr. Elizabeth Allen is an assistant professor of psychology and clinical psychiatry, and she’s also an assistant attending psychologist.
Shifting From Work to Work From Home EP 28
COVID-19 has seemingly shifted everything about our work force and our family dynamics. As many of us are working from home and have children who are also now occupying that space, it can be a process to find a routine that works for everyone.Today Tom Spiggle and co-host Lori Mihalich-Levin share what has worked for them in their shift to working from home and actionable tips for parents to find
Dads in Corporate Impact EP 27
Professionals who work in corporate social responsibility often exude a passion for making a difference in their jobs. What happens when CSR professionals are also passionate about their families? In today’s interview, Tom Spiggle and co-host Lori Mihalich-Levin interview Justin Steele and Brian Breckenridge, to take a deep look at what it means to be a dad in the social impact field. Justin S
Moms in Corporate Impact EP 26
Today’s guests, Abby Davisson and Anne Wintroub, are both mothers in the field of corporate social responsibility (CSR, or corporate impact). Abby, Senior Director at the Gap Foundation, launched and currently leads the employee network group for working parents at Gap Inc. She shares what her experience as a working parent at Gap Inc. has been, what her hiring and leave process looked like, as w
Physician Dads EP 25
Today’s guests, Drs. Steve Silvestro and George “Chaucer” Hwang discuss a variety of shifts and systems within the medical profession that are affecting the lives of physician parents. Both guests embody an array of roles - Dr. Steve is a pediatrician, bone marrow harvesting physician, mindfulness educator and host of the award-winning podcast, The Child Repair Guide, while George is an anesthesio
Physician Moms EP 24
Being a mom in the medical field comes with its own unique rewards, but also its own challenges. Today, Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine and Medical Director, Dr. Nawl Johansen, shares her experience of being a working parent in the clinical field. She describes many of the challenges mothers face in finding time to have children in the midst of a
Accountant Dads EP 23
Being a dad in the accounting industry looks different for everyone. With different roles and different types of employers, some accountants are in the office all day, while others work remotely or from client sites. Today’s guests, Kevin Stout and Jevon Knowles, talk about the benefits, flexibility, and struggles of being a working parent as an accountant. With over 18 years of experience in di
Accountant Moms EP 22
What is the life of a parent accountant like? While public accounting may offer an array of benefits, such as a flexible schedule and paid parental leave, there are also struggles and client demands that accompany work in this profession. This episode explores what it looks like to be a mom in the accounting field with working parents, Jennifer Todling and Aneika Perez. Both Jennifer and Anika a
Moms in the Tech Sector EP 21
Today’s episode dives behind the scenes of the lives of three moms in the Tech industry. As parents and career-oriented women, Henri Loh, Shadiah Sigala, and Vanessa Loder have a lot on their plates. As entrepreneurs in Tech and leaders of parent groups, each woman has a unique experience to share in this interview. Henri, Shadiah, and Vanessa reveal shifts happening in the current workplace and t
Dads in the Tech Sector EP 20
Technology has changed the way we parent in the modern world, but how does it impact parents in the tech sector? Today’s guests, Matt Burke, member of the programs team at Thumbtack and founder of the parent resource group, along with Hugh Molotsi, founder of Ujama, both share their experiences as working parents within the tech industry and advice to fully lean into the working fatherhood experie
Dads in Theatre EP 19
Being a parent in a field with sporadic schedules, travel requirements, and remarkably long rehearsals can create an array of complications. Today’s guests, Jeremy Chernick and Jerry Rapier are both involved in the theater and arts community while juggling parenthood. In this episode, they share what their journey as a parent and a theatre professional has looked like for them. They discuss the c
Moms in the Theatre EP 18
In today’s episode of Parents at Work, Tom Spiggle and co-host, Lori Mihalich-Levin, introduce us to two moms in the performing arts, Rachel Spencer Hewitt and Roberta Pereira.Rachel details her personal challenges as a working mom and the logistics of trying to find acting work while juggling new motherhood. Roberta addresses common practices in the theatre industry that previously haven’t been q
Insights from HR Dads EP 17
In today’s episode of Parents at Work, Tom Spiggle and co-host, Lori Mihalich-Levin, introduce us to 2 working dads in the HR field: Wiley Simmons and Adam Calli. Human resources are generally a women-dominated industry, yet men contribute a unique and valuable perspective. Wiley Simmons is a single father of 2 and came to the HR field through a complete accident. Having an executive and administr
Insights from HR Moms EP 16
This week’s episode of Parents at Work brings you three thoughtful and experienced mothers in Human Resources. Being a mother and meeting the demands of an office can be difficult to balance, so Kelly, Kecia, and Heather share their personal journeys to help others succeed at work while raising children. This interview covers how to navigate negotiations with your employer, the benefits of having
Insights from Attorney Dads EP 15
Being a working parent looks different for everyone, but there are many tactics and techniques that are effective no matter what your current circumstances are. This episode of Parents at Work interviews two lawyer dads, Justin Johnson and Kenny Kraft, who are currently navigating how to be successful both in their careers and as parents. In this episode, Justin and Kenny share their experiences t
Insight from Lawyer Moms EP 14
Juggling parenthood as a working mom can be a challenge, especially as a lawyer. Today, Tom Spiggle and Co-host Lori Mihalich-Levin interview two moms who work within the legal field, Anjali Patel and Katy Robinette. Both mothers currently have two children ranging from the ages of 15 months to 4 years., They discuss their experience as working parents in the private and public sectors, how they
Joining Forces to Help You Balance Work and Parenthood EP 13
Juggling parenthood and a career can be handful. It can be difficult to balance both, but we’re here to share ways employers and employees are working together to make work and life possible. In this episode Tom Spiggle and (new!) co-host Lori Mihalich-Levin introduce the upcoming themes and scheduling for the Parents at Work podcast. In this updated podcast format, you’ll hear the perspectives o
Mindful Return: Smoothly Re-entering the Workforce After Parental Leave with Lori Mihalich-Levin EP 12
Today, our guest is a multi-talented author and attorney, Lori Mihalich-Levin. Lori also has a very active blog and website platform, called Mindful Return, for parents who are returning to the workforce after having children. If you are returning back to work after maternity/paternity leave, Lori created a four-week program to help. Now, employers are also using this program to help!About Lori Mi
Making Parenting and Entrepreneurship Work Together with Dan Kuschell EP 11
Can parenting and entrepreneurship go hand in hand? Many working parents believe the myth that you either have to sacrifice home life or business success—you cannot have both. My guest, Dan Kuschell, is here to tell you that this simply isn’t true! Dan is a serial entrepreneur with 12 successful businesses to his name. He delights in training budding business owners to use strategies to get more c
Balancing Business, Fatherhood and Relationships with Your Kids with Justin Batt of Daddy Saturday EP 10
Fatherhood is one of life’s greatest responsibilities, and yet so many of us feel completely unequipped for the role. Many first time and long time dads find it difficult to engage with their children, or otherwise feel overwhelmed with the pressures of work. How can we begin to redefine Fatherhood, and start building up intentional relationships with our kids? Luckily, we have places like Daddy S
How to Get More and Better Sleep as a Parent: A Conversation with Dr. Michael Breus EP 9
When was the last time you got a good night’s rest? I think we can all agree that sleep is important, but have you thought about some of the negative consequences of sleep deprivation? Do you want to know how to sleep better? We have an expert for you that will tell you everything you need to know about sleep! Dr. Michael Breus is an expert sleep researcher. He is also a father, so he knows how h
Setting Your Priorities for Your Family, While Excelling at Work with Will Mount EP 8
You believe in your vocation or career that your time and energy is important, but you also believe in your responsibilities as a parent. How can you find a balance between the two? Can you follow your career or civic passions while still showing up as a parent? There are also more expectations put on parents than ever before. Between career and that social pressure, it can feel like you are burni
Improve Your Productivity So You Can Prioritize Time with Your Family with Ari Meisel of Less Doing EP 7
We all wish we had just a few more hours in our day. Between ferrying children around, keeping the house running, and trying to be successful in our career, it seems impossible for us to be able to get it all done in a day. Luckily, there are people like Ari Meisel in the world who are hacking productivity through sleek systems, outsourcing, and automation. I first heard about Ari from his book, L
Mompowerment - Finding Fulfillment with a Part-Time Career as a Full-Time Mom with Suzanne Brown EP 6
Are you a working Mom? And are you struggling to find the right balance, between your family and your work life? If so, you're really going to enjoy today's show, because we have Suzanne Brown with us today. She's a successful entrepreneur and also the author of Mompowerment - Insights From Successful Professional Part-Time Working Moms Who Balance Career And Family.Suzanne is a Strategic Marketin
Vagabonding with Kids with AK Turner EP 5
There is a phenomenon that parents are facing today, with the vast number of cross-currents around what they're expected to do for their children, in terms of their physical and emotional well being. Parents also face having increasingly fewer resources today, when it comes to both time and a network of family and friends to help them. There have been a number of books written about these difficu
Balancing the Needs of Family, Work, Clients, and Children Without Losing Your Mind with Michelle Kallen EP 4
My guest today is Michelle Kallen, a senior associate in the DC office of the large, NY-based law firm of Paul Weiss. Michelle has a 3-year-old son and a husband who is a doctor in surgical pathology at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore. Michelle shares how she spends her busy days working at the office, working from home, and taking care of her son, Gabriel. Managing work between clients and partners, w
The Emotional Journey of Parenting with Elisabeth Stitt EP 03
Do you struggle at times to know the best way to go about parenting your child? It can really be a tough call, especially when it comes to the emotional aspects. Some expert advice can really go a long way to help frazzled parents to navigate this often tricky road. Listen in, as Elisabeth Stitt offers you some really great advice on today's show. Elisabeth is a Parent Educator and a Parent Coach
Work Advice for Parents from Karla Miller EP 2
The guest on today's show is Karla Miller. Karla writes for the Washington Post Magazine's weekly @ Work Advice Column, where she answers questions on everything from co-worker clashes to employee rights issues. Karla also works full time at a local accounting firm and volunteers as a wife and mother of two children, who are now four and six years old. Listen in, to hear Karla's story. Karla's Par
Introducing Parents at Work Podcast with Tom Spiggle EP 1
If you're a new parent and you're finding it much more work and a lot less fun than you thought it would be, you're really going to gain a lot from this show. Today, in the first episode, Tom explains that his idea for the show came from his own experience as a father of four children and the juxtaposition of two books, Jennifer Senior's All Joy And No Fun and Bruce Feiler's The Secrets Of Happy F
