Episode 5: Return to Work & the Mental Load with Paige Connell

How are working parents handling return-to-work mandates? Not well. Today on episode 5 of The Good Moms Podcast, I talk to Content Creator and Mom of 4 Paige Connell about how return-to-work mandates are setting moms back.

In a viral LinkedIn post that later turned into an article for Motherly, Paige Connell shared how return to work mandates were detrimental to working parents.

With a demand for more “workplace efficiency,” companies and organizations have now started calling former remote workers back into the office. This has come at a significant cost for working families, specifically moms. 

As Paige notes, moms are disproportionately affected by these policies, and are being left to face the brunt of household labor. We talk about systemic inequities that contribute to a mom’s mental load and why it’s important to have conversations about the mental load with your partner or spouse.

Paige also shares her journey into content creation, and her advocacy for childcare, paid leave and mental load. 

About Paige: 

Paige is a working mother of four who shares relatable content on TikTok and Instagram, highlighting the everyday experiences of women balancing motherhood, careers, and relationships. Known for her candid insights on the mental load of motherhood and the challenges of creating equity at home and work, Paige’s content resonates with millions. She also advocates for affordable childcare, paid leave, and reproductive rights, sparking important conversations about what families need to thrive. Her impactful voice and relatable storytelling have led to features in Scary Mommy, The Today Show, Good Morning America, and more.

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