The Working Mom's Playbook Podcast

Antonia DePace spent years as a magazine editor before pivoting into marketing, and she brings that editorial sensibility to The Working Mom's Playbook. This is a newer show -- just 12 episodes so far -- but it's already tackling the specific pressure point that millions of women face: how do you maintain a career you care about while also being present for a baby who needs you constantly? Episodes are interview-based and range from 20 to 51 minutes, featuring conversations with experts on parental leave policy, lactation support in the workplace, pelvic floor rehabilitation, pediatric emergency prep, and the healthcare gaps that specifically affect working mothers. Antonia's journalism background shows in how she structures these conversations -- there's a clear editorial arc to each episode rather than the free-flowing chat format that many newer podcasts default to. The show also gets into the identity and emotional terrain that working moms navigate. Episodes explore how your sense of self shifts when you add "mother" to your existing professional identity, the guilt of dropping your kid at daycare, and how to build community when you don't have time for traditional mom groups. Antonia describes the podcast as "your space to feel seen and supported," and the intimate tone supports that. With a 5.0-star rating from 11 reviews and weekly releases still active in February 2026, The Working Mom's Playbook is in its early growth phase. The small episode count means it hasn't built the comprehensive library of established shows, but the content quality is strong and the niche is underserved. If you're a first-time mom heading back to work (or trying to figure out if you should), this speaks directly to your situation.