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Show overview

Working Mumma has been publishing since 2020, and across the 6 years since has built a catalogue of 214 episodes. That works out to roughly 140 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.

Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 28 min and 50 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. It is catalogued as a EN-AU-language Kids & Family show.

The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 2 days ago, with 27 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 45 episodes published. Published by Carina O’Brien.

Episodes
214
Running
2020–2026 · 6y
Median length
42 min
Cadence
Fortnightly

From the publisher

Working Mumma is the podcast redefining what it means to build and have a career after having children. From the emotional rollercoaster of returning to work, to navigating identity shifts, rebuilding confidence, pay, flexibility and redesigning work to match your new life, where real stories and practical strategies meet. Because motherhood doesn’t end ambition - it reshapes it. Hosted by Carina O’Brien, mum of 2 boys, businesswoman, and founder of Working Mumma, each episode delivers relatable stories, expert interviews, and practical strategies to help you. You will hear from experts, leaders, and women like you who are juggling career and motherhood. You’re not alone in this. Tune in weekly to feel supported, empowered, and reminded that you’re doing a great job.

Latest Episodes

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The Working Mum Guilt That's Making Us Over-Parent

Oct 6, 202650 min

Lost Your Confidence After Becoming a Mum? How to Find It Again at Work

Sep 15, 202638 min

The 4 Emotional Stages of Returning to Work After Maternity Leave

Sep 2, 202611 min

Returning to Work After Maternity Leave? Here's What I Wish Every Mum Knew

Aug 25, 202633 min

Running on Empty? Why Taking a Break Is the Most Productive Thing You Do

Aug 18, 202616 min

Can You Love Motherhood and Still Want More? Finding Yourself Beyond Being 'Just Mum'

Aug 4, 202645 min

Six Months Leave Isn't the Hard Part. Coming Back Is

Jul 29, 202619 min

Why does "ambitious mother" feel like a contradiction? How to reclaim your ambition after kids, with Dr. Anne Welsh

Jul 14, 202647 min

Wondering If You Should Increase Your Work Days? 5 Signs It's Time

Jul 1, 202616 min

Always Putting Everyone Else First? How to Break the Good Girl Pattern and Reclaim Your Identity

Jun 23, 202655 min

Missing Your Baby at Work? How to Find Your Rhythm After Maternity Leave

Jun 16, 202620 min

You're Not Less Ambitious. The World Around You Just Hasn't Caught Up Yet With Kat Francis

Jun 9, 202645 min

Going Back to Work Pregnant? How to Tell Your Employer Without the Guilt or the Panic

Jun 2, 202614 min

Why Don't I Feel Like Me Anymore? Matrescence, Identity & Returning to Work with Amanda Jackson

May 26, 202645 min

Why the Mental Load Gets Bigger When Your Kids Start School (And What to Do About It)

May 19, 202613 min

Feeling Lost Returning to Work After Maternity Leave? How to Rebuild Your Career Confidence with Natalie McDonald

May 12, 202652 min

The Mother You Are vs The Mother You Want to Be (And How to Close the Gap)

Apr 28, 202627 min

Why The Pressure to Be the Perfect Mum Is Burning Us Out (Here’s the Truth)

Apr 21, 202650 min

Why Working Mums Are Not the Problem - The System Is And What Needs to Change

Apr 14, 202632 min

The Default Parent Problem: Why Mums Carry More And Dads Need to Step Up with Michael Ray

Apr 7, 202659 min
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