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When Mommy Grows Up

When Mommy Grows Up

Written by: Becca Carnahan | Next Chapter Careers
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As moms, we love to inspire our kids to dream big dreams about who they’ll be as they grow up. But when is the last time you stopped to ask yourself, "Who am I going to be (next) as I grow up?"

The When Mommy Grows Up Podcast is the motherhood and career podcast for moms who need help defining what success looks like to them as mid-career professionals and parents, along with the support they need to go after it.

Hear real stories from real moms facing the same challenges you are. Finding flexible jobs, crafting a job you love, discovering your passions, crushing it at work, and getting kids off the bus! We’ll talk through it all.

Hosts (and fellow mom) Becca Carnahan of Next Chapter Careers takes your questions and provides practical step-by-step advice to help you move forward. All served up with a virtual mom hug and lots of laughs!

Send your stories and questions to podcast@nextchaptercareers.us.


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Episodes
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    Turn the Job You Have Into a Bridge to What’s Next (A Sneak Peek Inside the Career Clarity Program)
    Jan 13 2026

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    If you’ve been thinking, “This job isn’t quite it… but I can’t just walk away,” this episode is for you.

    Today on When Mommy Grows Up, I’m sharing a special mini lesson from inside the updated Career Clarity Program. As part of the Strategize module, we teach a concept called job crafting, which is a powerful way to adjust your role so it works better for you now and sets you up for what’s next.

    This episode offers a practical, real-world strategy for moms who want more fulfillment and alignment without adding more to their already full plates. You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how we help Career Clarity Program members make smart, sustainable moves that build confidence and create forward momentum.

    Learn more at careerclarity.beccacarnahan.com.

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    You are one click away from boosting your career clarity and confidence!

    Head over to whenmommygrowsup.com where you’ll find the free Career Clarity Kickstart. With this free on-the-go guide, we'll walk you through 5 clear action steps you can take to go from confused about next steps to confident about what you want and need from your career.

    Get started today!
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  • Small Shifts, Big Year: Your 3-Step Career Reset for 2026

    Small Shifts, Big Year: Your 3-Step Career Reset for 2026
    Dec 30 2025

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    Feeling foggy between the holidays and the new year? This episode is your reset.

    In this solo episode, Becca shares a 3-step Career Reset for 2026, including simple, mom-friendly shifts to help you start the year with clarity and confidence, without pressure or burnout.

    You’ll learn how to:

    • Reclaim your wins from 2025
    • Choose one guiding word or feeling for the year ahead
    • Take one tiny January action that builds real momentum

    No big resolutions. Just small shifts for a big year. You've got this!

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    You are one click away from boosting your career clarity and confidence!

    Head over to whenmommygrowsup.com where you’ll find the free Career Clarity Kickstart. With this free on-the-go guide, we'll walk you through 5 clear action steps you can take to go from confused about next steps to confident about what you want and need from your career.

    Get started today!
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  • The Fourth Trimester at Work: Supporting Parents Beyond Parental Leave with Barbara Palmer

    The Fourth Trimester at Work: Supporting Parents Beyond Parental Leave with Barbara Palmer
    Dec 16 2025

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    In this episode of When Mommy Grows Up, Becca Carnahan is joined by leadership coach and Your Fourth Trimester founder Barbara Palmer for a candid conversation about career transitions, working parenthood, and building a life that actually fits.

    They explore what real workplace flexibility looks like, how to assess company culture as a parent, and why returning to work after parental leave deserves more support. From authentic networking to choosing a word of the year, this episode is full of thoughtful insights for anyone navigating growth at work and at home.

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    You are one click away from boosting your career clarity and confidence!

    Head over to whenmommygrowsup.com where you’ll find the free Career Clarity Kickstart. With this free on-the-go guide, we'll walk you through 5 clear action steps you can take to go from confused about next steps to confident about what you want and need from your career.

    Get started today!
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