Maternity leave is one of the biggest transitions of your life.

So why does everyone just leave you to figure it out alone?

Hi, I'm Donna

Mum of two, corporate HR and L&D professional, and the person behind The Maternity Plan.

After going through maternity leave myself, I saw how little structured support actually exists for working mums. You're expected to manage work expectations, prepare your home life, understand your rights and plan your return, all at once, with almost no guidance.

That's why I created The Maternity Plan. To give you the clarity, structure and confidence you actually need at every stage - before you go, while you're away, and when you're ready to return.

Here to support you

Whether you want to work through things in your own time or talk it through with someone who gets it, there are two ways to get started:

The Maternity Plan Workbook: A complete, step-by-step planner covering every stage of maternity leave. Download it instantly and work through it at your own pace.

1:1 Maternity Leave Planning Call: A focused 60-minute session tailored entirely to your situation, with a personalised plan and next steps sent afterwards.

Work with me

Maternity leave isn’t just time off
- it’s a full life transition.

That’s why The Maternity Plan supports you at every stage, before, during and after leave, so nothing feels missed, rushed or overwhelming.

During Leave

Navigate the reality of maternity
leave with practical support around
routines, childcare planning, staying connected to work (if you choose to), and managing the shift in identity
and priorities.

Back to Work

Prepare for a confident return with guidance on flexible working,
employer conversations, childcare logistics and how to step back into
your role without feeling unprepared
or overlooked.

Before Leave

Plan your maternity leave with clear steps for work, finances and home, including when to tell your employer, how to manage your handover and
what needs to be in place before you step away.

Everything you need to plan, navigate and return

Here, you’ll find clear, practical guidance, workplace insight and structured tools to help you plan, navigate and return from maternity leave with confidence.

Everything is designed to give you the information, clarity and support you actually need — without the overwhelm or guesswork.