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Behind the Scenes

Behind the scenes is a mom just like you navigating the beautiful (and overwhelming) chaos of motherhood, career aspirations, and household financial decisions.

I recently became a mom in the spring of 2023 and the journey from a career-focused individual to an overwhelmed pregnant woman to an exhausted yet financial-leader-of-the-household working mom may have been the most transformative year of my life.

The struggle was (is) real. The mental load, the identity shift, and the overwhelming financial and insurance decisions on behalf of my growing family left me seeking a resource I couldn't find. 

This is my hope for Moms with Benefits. Because every working mom's journey matters.

 

With love,

Samantha

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Common challenges we help with:

  • Clarifying maternity leave benefits for a current or future employer 
  • Advocating for hybrid, flexible, or altered work schedules due to pregnancy or postpartum
  • Working with you and/or your organization to offer more generous benefits related to family planning (short term disability, family bonding leave, ERG/DEI workshops, etc.)
  • Analyzing childcare spend in relation to income to explore a change in work structure (a move to full time or part time paid work vs full caregiving work)
  • Role-playing negotiation scenarios with managers, HR/business leaders, or clients
  • Discuss work/life 'balance' approaches in relation to return to work strategy 
  • Financial and benefit education and best practices to those not yet expecting but plan to be 
  • Education on the Federal Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act

Our Mom-Powered Team

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Samantha Saxby, MS, CLMS

Motherhood Financial Coach, Certified Leave Management Specialist, Podcast Host + Speaker

Samantha is a hardworking mom of an 11-month-old boy. She is passionate about helping working moms like herself navigate all aspects of working mom life. Samantha's professional expertise includes marketing, technology, and insurance benefits. 

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Shelby George, JC, CEBS, CFEI, BFAC

Motherhood Financial Coach, Certified Financial Education Instructor

Shelby is a committed working mom of 1. Shelby's professional background includes life as a tech CEO, ERISA attorney, communications professor, and financial coach. Shelby has 20+ years of experience in the insurance, benefits, legal, and financial industries.

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Julia Lotta, CLMS

Certified Leave Management Specialist, Digital Marketing Specialist, Podcast Producer

Julia is a dynamic individual with a passion for both furry friends and the business world. As a dedicated pet mom, with two lovable dogs, a Labrador Retriever and a German Shepherd, and two charming cats, she is the creative force behind the podcast and a compassionate advocate for working moms.

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Emily Woody, MPH, RDN, IBCLC 

Certified Lactation Consultant, Registered Dietitian, Content and Social Media Manager

Emily is a devoted mother of two girls who cherishes time with family, relaxing at the beach, and experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen. With a career dedicated to creating impactful content in the maternal child health space, she is committed to helping parents navigate the challenges of parenthood. Emily is passionate about empowering families to achieve financial stability and ensuring a secure and fulfilling life for their children.

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Eva Geraghty

Benefits Expert

Eva is an enthusiastic and driven individual who wears many hats with grace. As a devoted pet mom of two, she has not only mastered the art of nurturing her furry companions but also brings that same warmth and dedication to her professional endeavors.

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We offer FREE 15-minute consultations with our Motherhood Financial Coaches.

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Moms with Benefits is proud to be a part of the PERKY family. As a forward-thinking company, PERKY shares our mission of empowering mothers through every stage of their journey. With PERKY's backing, we are able to offer education, a community platform, and enhanced resources, like perkyleave.com. Together with PERKY, Moms with Benefits is committed to helping moms thrive and achieve their fullest potential.