Working Mom Unplugged Podcast

Working Mom Unplugged Podcast

By: Jennifer B

Language: en

Categories: Society, Culture, Kids, Family, Parenting

Working Mom Unplugged offers candid, unfiltered insights on balancing a career with motherhood, sharing real-life stories and practical tips, and fostering a supportive community for working moms. workingmomunplugged.substack.com

Episodes

How we reduced screen time and accidentally increased independent play
Jan 09, 2026

How we managed screen time in our house ended up teaching my kids how to do independent play. I'm not saying that it was easy, but it has made a big difference for us.

Please know that screens are a tool and I still use them! I am not anti-screens. Just one mom sharing her experience of how we managed screens in our house.

This may not work for you, take it as one data point!

You can find me on Instagram @8thdayformomonly https://www.instagram.com/8thdayformomonly/



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Duration: 00:14:42
The Goal-Setting Skill That Gets Working Moms Recognized at Work
Dec 09, 2025

You were taught to put your head down, work hard, and trust that someone would notice.Here’s the problem: that’s not how it works.

In this episode of Working Mom Unplugged, I’m breaking down one of the highest-leverage career skills you can learn as a working mother: writing goals and reviews that clearly communicate your impact.

We’re talking about:

* Why tasks don’t get rewarded → outcomes do

* How to use SMART goals to tell a clear, compelling story about your work

* How to connect what you do every...

Duration: 00:16:15
Ask Me Anything: Your questions answered
Nov 28, 2025

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit workingmomunplugged.substack.com

Today on the podcast, I answer some of the most popular questions from subscribers including how it’s been to bring home a new baby, pumping, and reading.

I’d love to hear from you - what questions should I answer next time?

Thanks for reading and sharing this post. Working Mom Unplugged offers candid, unfiltered insights on balancing a career with mother…

Duration: 00:04:23
Introducing Working Mom Unplugged Podcast: Episode 1
Nov 24, 2025

In the very first episode of 'Working Mom Unplugged,' we explore the common criticism faced by working moms: the notion that placing children in childcare means that you aren't "raising" them.

Hi, I'm your host, Jennifer. I’m a VP in corporate America with four kids 8yo and under. You can find me on Instagram @8thdayformomonly

We send our kids to daycare, elementary school and aftercare and camps when school is out in order to support two full time working parents. I don’t have grandparents who are able to watch the kids. My “villag...

Duration: 00:13:37