<p>In this episode, I sit down with Neha Ruch, author of "The Power Pause," to discuss rebranding stay-at-home motherhood and navigating the complex world of work-life balance. We explore the concept of the "power pause," challenging outdated stereotypes, and finding fulfillment in both career and family life. Neha shares her personal journey, from her corporate career to embracing motherhood, and offers insights on how women can reframe their choices without shame or penalty.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Takeaway / Points:</p><p>The "power pause" as a rebranding of stay-at-home motherhood</p><p>Challenging outdated stereotypes about working moms and stay-at-home moms</p><p>The importance of making choices that are best for you and your family</p><p>The value of testing and learning when making career transitions</p><p>How to handle the "what do you do?" question with confidence</p><p>The problem with labels like "working mom" and "stay-at-home mom"</p><p>The importance of support and help in motherhood</p><p>Reframing childcare as a joint household investment</p><p>How to prepare for re-entering the workforce after a pause</p><p>The power of perspective and embracing change in different life stages</p><p>The value of maintaining your identity while being a parent</p><p><br></p><p>This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.</p><p><br></p><p>Sponsors:</p><p>Meta: Check out Instagram Teen Accounts!</p><p>Elixir Health: Elixir Health is offering priority access off the waitlist and you’ll also receive 1,000 bonus points if you earn 1,000 points from health and wellness purchases within 30 days of joining. Visit <a href="http://joinelixirhealth.com/cameron" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">joinelixirhealth.com/cameron</a> to join.&nbsp;</p><p>Sakara: Head to <a href="http://Sakara.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sakara.com</a> and check out The Essentials Bundle. And donʼt forget to tell them how you heard about them at checkout (podcast - Conversations with Cam).</p><p><br></p><p>Follow Neha Ruch:&nbsp;</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/motheruntitled/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@motheruntitled</a></p><p>Newsletter: <a href="https://www.motheruntitled.com/newsletter-signup?utm_campaign=linkinbio&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=later-linkinbio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sign Up Here</a></p><p>Buy Her Book: <a href="https://www.motheruntitled.com/thepowerpause" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Power Pause</a></p><p><br></p><p>Follow me:</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cameronoaksrogers/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@cameronoaksrogers</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/conversationswithcam/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@conversationswithcam</a></p><p>Substack: <a href="https://cameronoaksrogers.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Fill Your Cup</a></p><p>Website: <a href="http://cameronoaksrogers.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">cameronoaksrogers.com</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@cameronoaksrogers" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@cameronoaksrogers</a> and <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@conversations_with_cam" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@conversations_with_cam</a></p><p>Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA1ZezsFgphcediUbG_LldA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cameron Rogers</a></p><p>Produced by Dear Media.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.</p>

Conversations with Cam

Cameron Oaks Rogers

294: Reframing Career Pauses and Navigating Identity as a Mother with Neha Ruch

APR 2, 202562 MIN
Conversations with Cam

294: Reframing Career Pauses and Navigating Identity as a Mother with Neha Ruch

APR 2, 202562 MIN

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<p>In this episode, I sit down with Neha Ruch, author of "The Power Pause," to discuss rebranding stay-at-home motherhood and navigating the complex world of work-life balance. We explore the concept of the "power pause," challenging outdated stereotypes, and finding fulfillment in both career and family life. Neha shares her personal journey, from her corporate career to embracing motherhood, and offers insights on how women can reframe their choices without shame or penalty.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Takeaway / Points:</p><p>The "power pause" as a rebranding of stay-at-home motherhood</p><p>Challenging outdated stereotypes about working moms and stay-at-home moms</p><p>The importance of making choices that are best for you and your family</p><p>The value of testing and learning when making career transitions</p><p>How to handle the "what do you do?" question with confidence</p><p>The problem with labels like "working mom" and "stay-at-home mom"</p><p>The importance of support and help in motherhood</p><p>Reframing childcare as a joint household investment</p><p>How to prepare for re-entering the workforce after a pause</p><p>The power of perspective and embracing change in different life stages</p><p>The value of maintaining your identity while being a parent</p><p><br></p><p>This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.</p><p><br></p><p>Sponsors:</p><p>Meta: Check out Instagram Teen Accounts!</p><p>Elixir Health: Elixir Health is offering priority access off the waitlist and you’ll also receive 1,000 bonus points if you earn 1,000 points from health and wellness purchases within 30 days of joining. Visit <a href="http://joinelixirhealth.com/cameron" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">joinelixirhealth.com/cameron</a> to join.&nbsp;</p><p>Sakara: Head to <a href="http://Sakara.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sakara.com</a> and check out The Essentials Bundle. And donʼt forget to tell them how you heard about them at checkout (podcast - Conversations with Cam).</p><p><br></p><p>Follow Neha Ruch:&nbsp;</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/motheruntitled/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@motheruntitled</a></p><p>Newsletter: <a href="https://www.motheruntitled.com/newsletter-signup?utm_campaign=linkinbio&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=later-linkinbio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sign Up Here</a></p><p>Buy Her Book: <a href="https://www.motheruntitled.com/thepowerpause" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Power Pause</a></p><p><br></p><p>Follow me:</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cameronoaksrogers/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@cameronoaksrogers</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/conversationswithcam/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@conversationswithcam</a></p><p>Substack: <a href="https://cameronoaksrogers.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Fill Your Cup</a></p><p>Website: <a href="http://cameronoaksrogers.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">cameronoaksrogers.com</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@cameronoaksrogers" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@cameronoaksrogers</a> and <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@conversations_with_cam" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@conversations_with_cam</a></p><p>Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA1ZezsFgphcediUbG_LldA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cameron Rogers</a></p><p>Produced by Dear Media.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.</p>