Can prioritising yourself make you a better parent and professional?

In this episode, Verena Hefti MBE speaks with Dr. Whitney Casares, paediatrician and author of Doing It All: Stop Over-Functioning and Become the Mom and Person You're Meant to Be to explore why self-care isn’t a luxury but a lifeline for working parents.

Drawing from her expertise as a paediatrician, Dr. Whitney emphasises that putting your own well-being first is the key to raising happy, healthy children - especially those with additional needs.

She tackles the guilt parents often feel when balancing ambitious careers with family life and shares practical strategies for setting boundaries, integrating work and life, and creating space for what truly matters.

This inspiring conversation challenges parents to redefine success and embrace their unique strengths as they navigate their personal and professional journeys.

We hope you enjoy the conversation.

Show Notes:

• Dr. Whitney's book Doing It All is available in bookshops and via Amazon.
• Connect with Dr. Whitney on LinkedIn and on Instagram.

In this episode you will learn:

• Self-care for parents is crucial; taking care of your well-being helps your children.
• Setting boundaries with kids creates a healthier work-life integration for working parents.
• Embracing your authentic self can be a superpower in leadership and career advancement.
• Prioritise clarity in your life by identifying core values and saying no to distractions.
• Integrating work and family life requires intentional moments of focus and presence.
• Delegating tasks and decluttering your environment can significantly reduce stress and increase productivity.

Our multi-award-winning Leaders Plus Fellowships support parents committed to career growth while enjoying family life. Expertly designed to keep parents on the leadership path, our programme tackles gender pay gap issues and empowers parents to thrive. Learn more here: Leaders Plus Fellowship.

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