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Hasmik Osipyan
Software Development Manager
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Being a Mom and a Manager: Can You Be Both?

Hello everyone and welcome to today's enlightening session. We're lucky to have with us Hasni Oyan, a highly experienced software development manager at Synopsis, who will express her experiences dealing with the unique challenges of being both a mom and a manager in the tech field.

Why Being a Woman Manager in Tech Can Be Challenging

Being a woman in the tech realm, which is primarily male-dominated, can be quite daunting. Adding managerial responsibilities to the equation raises the challenge bar even higher. Matters such as maternity leave add to this complexity. However, overcoming these hurdles is doable and we'll explore how during this presentation.

Through the Stages of Maternity in a Managerial Role

Let's delve deeper into the different components of this unique journey. From planning for pregnancy, contemplating maternity leave, to actually returning to work with a new set of responsibilities back home, let's explore the intricacies and potential solutions to this multifaceted quest.

The Planning and Pregnancy Phase

  1. Fear of delayed promotions, salary increases, and facing bias at the workplace often clouds the initial stages of parenthood planning.
  2. Candidates for maternity often feel guilty about their impending leave, making the process of leave schedule planning quite daunting.

The Maternity Leave Period

  1. During leave, the perceived need to stay in touch with the team can be overwhelming, especially with the arrival of new responsibilities at home.
  2. The pressure to return to work as early as possible can create a challenging environment. Adapting the return date according to the needs at home is crucial.

The Return to Work

  1. Catching up with changes in the workspace and meeting workplace deadlines while caring for your baby can be stressful.
  2. The guilt of leaving the baby at home and dealing with postpartum depression can influence work productivity.

Finding the Balance Between Being a Mom and Manager

Dealing with all these challenges does not come naturally, and it might seem nearly impossible to find the right balance. However, few strategies can help:

  • Overcome your fears: You can do it!
  • Ask for help: It's okay to request support from colleagues or your partner.
  • Advocate for parent-friendly policies at your workplace.
  • Let go of guilt: Your career and parenthood can coexist.

Remember that being a mom might just make you the best manager! Enjoy the precious moments with your little one. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to reach out. Thanks for being such a great audience today!


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