Modern motherhood changes
everything.
But it shouldn’t hold you back.
Motherhood changes everything—including your career, identity, and sense of self. But while we prepare for jobs, promotions, and even parenthood itself, few of us are ever taught how to navigate the profound shifts that come with working motherhood.
That’s where ELIXR comes in.
Rooted in The Science of Modern Motherhood, ELIXR’s approach is backed by cutting-edge research on how matrescence (the process of becoming a mother) reshapes not just personal identity, but ambition, career trajectories, and workplace engagement.
Through self-coaching frameworks, leadership tools, and career strategy insights, ELIXR helps working mothers:
Understand the Five Phases of Matrescence and how they impact career and well-being.
Redefine success on your terms—balancing ambition with personal fulfillment.
Navigate workplace policies and culture with confidence.
Develop the tools to advocate for yourself—and for other working mothers in your organization.
Take the first step of your journey today. Subscribe to our newsletter to be the first to access the free sneak peek of the companion guide to our latest research.
Your journey through working motherhood
Motherhood isn’t just a life change—it’s a career and identity transformation. Yet, most workplaces and societal structures aren’t built to support this shift. The Science of Modern Motherhood research reveals that working mothers experience profound changes in career ambition, professional engagement, and well-being—yet too often, these shifts are misunderstood or unsupported.
What the research reveals about working motherhood
The Science of Modern Motherhood study quantifies the systemic challenges working mothers face and provides an evidence-based roadmap for advocacy, retention, and career sustainability.
83%
of new mothers report experiencing mental health challenges after having a baby
69%
of working mothers struggle to balance career growth with caregiving responsibilities
37%
of career pauses happen during the toddler years
But here’s the good news…
when working mothers understand these transitions, they can take control, advocate for their needs, and thrive.
career evolution
Your ambition isn’t gone—it’s evolving. Learning how matrescence impacts career identity helps you redefine success on your terms.
Well-Being & Mental Load
The invisible labor of caregiving affects workplace performance and burnout. Naming these challenges is the first step toward solutions.
Workplace Culture & Advocacy
The most successful working mothers don’t do it alone—they find (or create) support systems that uplift them at work and at home.
Start your journey today.
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Be the advocate your
workplace needs
Your journey through working motherhood is deeply personal—but it’s also part of a larger movement for workplace change. The challenges you’ve faced aren’t just yours alone; they reflect systemic gaps in how organizations support caregivers, retain top talent, and build inclusive cultures.
only
20%
of working mothers feel their workplace fully supports their career growth.
71%
of working moms say the “invisible load” of caregiving affects their productivity, yet few workplace policies address it.
But change starts with
awareness—and advocacy.
When you bring your voice to the table, you’re not just improving your own experience—you’re shaping the future of work for every parent who comes after you. Whether through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), workforce strategy, or leadership conversations, you have the power to drive real impact.
Here’s how you can make a difference:
Advocate for policy improvements in parental leave, flexibility, and career mobility.
Start the conversation by bringing research-backed insights into leadership discussions.
Empower your ERG or working parents’ group with expert-led strategy and support.
Bring ELIXR in to support your women ERGs, or working parents' community. Let’s create a workplace where every mother thrives.
