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September 12, 2025 34 mins

True story: when I had my C-section, I only got two weeks off.  That experience taught me the most important lesson of my career: if you don’t know the policies in writing, you’ll lose benefits you already earned.

 

In this podcast episode, I break down exactly how physicians can stop leaving benefits on the table and design maternity leave that actually works. Here’s what you’ll hear:

➡️The GOLDEN RULE that keeps you from losing weeks of paid time off

➡️How to EXTEND maternity to 6 months without breaking policy

➡️PTO stacking, CME days, and flexible options for additional MONTHS of recovery

➡️Phased returns, flex schedule, and call considerations you MUST know about

➡️Simple scripts for telling your boss AND extending your approved maternity leave

➡️How to handle the guilt, the gossip, and the complaints that always come up

Maternity leave isn’t a luxury—it’s a built-in expectation of the system. You are SUPPOSED to use it. In this episode find out how to maximize your paid time off while protecting your career and strengthening your work relationships. Listen now to get the Maternity Leave you've already earned.

💗Reply back and tell me everything! Christina

➡️PS. If this is the work you want to do, you can get started in my coaching program THIS WEEK. We can even show you how to get your boss to pay! Get your free 1:1 sales call HERE. https://app.squarespacescheduling.com/schedule/bd3b6a3c/appointment/33598962/calendar/5849920

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