Parental Leave Made Easy
About Us
Demystifying UK Parental Leave
Welcome to Maternity Mentor, a passionate initiative born from a personal quest to demystify the complexities of the UK Parental Leave system. Founded by Natasha, a dedicated mother and professional, Maternity Mentor strives to be a beacon of support and guidance for both parents and employers navigating the transformative journey of pregnancy, maternity leave and the return to work..
Our Vision
A Seamless Parental Leave Experience
At Maternity Mentor, our vision is clear – to bridge the gap between policy and reality, ensuring that every parent in the UK can navigate the parental leave landscape with confidence and clarity & employers can support their people proactively and effectively. We understand the challenges that arise, both from government policies and employer practices and we are committed to unravelling these complexities to empower parents to make informed choices.
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Our Mission: Consolidating Knowledge, Fostering Community
Maternity Mentor is more than a guidebook; it's a community-driven initiative fuelled by the shared experiences of parents. Our mission is to consolidate knowledge, simplify understanding and foster a supportive community that stands united in navigating the intricacies of parental leave. We believe that knowledge is a powerful catalyst for change and by sharing experiences, insights, and resources we can collectively transform the parental leave landscape.
Meet The Team
Natasha Kitson
Founder
I'm Natasha, the founder of Maternity Mentor, a passionate advocate for empowering individuals and companies to navigate the complexities of parental leave and family support in the workplace. With a deep commitment to fostering inclusive work environments, I bring a wealth of knowledge, gathered through extensive research, surveys, and firsthand experiences. Together, we can build a workplace culture that champions both professional success and personal well-being. Welcome to Maternity Mentor! 🌟
Lucy Bagwell
Collaboration Partner
Hi I'm Lucy, founder of Second Star to the Right, a certified holistic sleep consultant living in London, and mother to two little boys.
My mission is to normalise what infant sleep actually looks like, provide practical and helpful information to optimise it to it's fullest, and to empower you as their parents to trust in yourself and reinstate you as the experts on your children.
I am NOT a sleep trainer; I firmly believe babies cannot be trained to sleep. I believe the aim is for them to form a positive association around sleeping. To that end my practice encourages responsiveness rather than forced separation.
Olivia Hinge
Collaboration Partner
Qualified hospital Location Consultant, Midwife and mother of three. Olivia’s mission is to support families to make informed decisions around how they feed their baby. In a way that works for them as a family, based on facts and dispelling myths.
Olivia started her instagram account in 2021 and the popularity of her incredibly helpful information & content saw her account skyrocket to now just under 50,000 followers.
Our Clients
