Episode Summary:

What really happens when a high-powered marketer steps away for maternity leave—and then comes back?

In this heartfelt and insightful episode of Marketers Unleashed, host Kathryn Strachan is joined by Katie Hayes, Head of Marketing at Ozone API, to talk about the often-unspoken realities of maternity leave, returning to work, and finding balance in the chaos of parenting and leadership.

Katie opens up about her journey raising twin boys while steering a demanding career, and shares practical strategies for managing the transition into and out of leave—whether you're the one taking it or leading a team that is. This episode is packed with actionable tips, real talk, and a fresh perspective on ambition, motherhood, and support systems in the modern workplace.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to plan for maternity leave without losing momentum in your career
• Tips for transitioning back to work—emotionally, mentally, and logistically
• The surprising challenges of breastfeeding and being “on” at work
• How to set boundaries without sacrificing ambition
• Why community and employer support matter more than ever
• What leaders should know to better support returning parents

Who It’s For:
Working parents, team leaders, and employers who want to support parental leave with empathy, flexibility, and strategy—without compromising on career growth.

Resources & Mentions:

Guest: Katie Hayes

• LinkedIn
• Website

 Host: Kathryn Strachan

• Linkedin
• Kathryn Strachan's Book: Click Here

Tags:
#ParentalLeave #WorkingMoms #ReturnToWork #MarketingLeadership #WorkLifeBalance #MaternityLeave #CareerGrowth #WomenInMarketing #MotherhoodAndWork #KatieHayes #MarketersUnleashed