Why Maternity Coaching is Your Secret Weapon
Let’s face it – raising a baby takes a toll on your boss, but it doesn’t mean you have to lose a star employee. Seriously, who’s saying “who cares if a lady goes on maternity leave?” The top‑tired tragedy is the cost of letting a top performer go: it’s like paying a 3rd‑to‑5th‑time bonus on top of her salary.
What’s the Real Loss?
- Recruitment costs: the usual ads, agency fees, and time hunting someone with the same skill set.
- Training: hours you’ve poured into making her a champion.
- Client knowledge: the trust she’s built.
- Team morale: a ripple effect that can bruise people behind the scenes.
So, if you’re a forward‑thinking boss, you’ll want to ask: “How do I keep our star mother working hard before, during, and after her break?” The answer: maternity coaching.
What Is Maternity Coaching?
Think of it like a sport’s pre‑game training, but for mums. It’s a targeted support system tackling the big life shift – you sign up before the leave, you keep calm during the removal, and you punch back into the office with full force.
Why You’d Love It
- Retention boost: Working mothers feel seen and valued, so they stay.
- Ready for the return: Clear goals and a “back‑to‑business” plan reduce the shock of getting back.
- Seamless hand‑overs: Smooth knowledge transfer – it’s not a cliff‑hanging cliff.
- Healthy touch‑points: The right balance of stay‑in‑touch days keeps the team close without the “I’ll call you in the morning” drama.
How It Works
It’s almost like a love‑that‑does‑everything‑hotel. A coach helps your employee:
- Set & nail goals before the leave.
- Plan a strategic hand‑over for all projects.
- Keep communication semi‑open so neither side feels “ghosted.”
- Finalize a return‑to‑work checklist – no surprises.
Then you’ll see performance soar, and the whole team feels cooler. That’s the magic sauce.
The Big Picture
Maternity coaching isn’t just about dodging a headache. It’s a statement: “We’re here for our folks, we’re flexible, and we’re invested.” That creates a positive brand voice and attracts top women who are become a huge part of the workforce.
So, ready to keep your team intact and thriving? Give maternity coaching a try. And if you want a deeper dive, just drop us a line at www.threedomsolutions.co.uk or ping us on twitter @3domSolutions for the low‑down.