Talent On Leave Together

A different kind of playgroup for professional women quietly wondering how they’ll navigate career, identity, and motherhood.

Friday 27.02.26 | House For An Art Lover | 10am - 12pm

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What to expect

A relaxed and uplifting space to catch your breath, play with the big questions and explore what’s next with other women who truly get it.

Over the course of a couple of hours, you and your little one will be welcomed into a small, informal and thoroughly baby-friendly get-together in a beautiful and comfy space in Glasgow’s House for An Art Lover, hosted by Talent On Leave and Flexibility Works.

Intentional structure with plenty of space for movement, conversation and catching a few wise words from experts.

Relaxed Format

Opportunity to chat with other professional women who are also already thinking about how to shape the next chapter.

Likeminded Conversation

Hear from us and our guest experts as we share short sparks, insights and ideas that you can explore as part of your return conversations.

Expert Insights

Show up exactly as you are. It doesn’t matter how you birthed, how you feed, how the sleep is going, how together you feel or your job title.

A Supportive Space

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Meet your hosts

“I’ve been there. I’ve been that mum at the parent and baby group that felt swayed by everyone else’s opinions about work and motherhood.

And nearly every professional woman I have coached across maternity or parental leave has felt it too, the conflicted emotions, the doubt, and feeling like the odd one out because they actually want or need to return to their career.

This meet-up is about putting that right and creating a space where you can come be together with other smart women and their babies from a range of different sectors, share thoughts and get some fresh perspectives on working parenthood.”

Lynn White, Founder, Talent On Leave & Mum to Will (16), Ruaridh (14) and Harry (10)

“Many parents returning from maternity leave need flexibility at work, but don’t always know what’s possible or where to begin, and it can often feel like something they have to navigate alone.

 This meet-up is about changing that experience, by creating a supportive space where women can come together with their babies, speak honestly about what they need, share their experiences, and start to imagine working lives that truly fit their families as well as their ambitions.”

Nikki Slowey, Co-Founder, Flexibility Works & Mum to Luke (20), Finn (17) and Christian (16)

“I would have jumped at the chance to come along to something like this when I was first returning to work after maternity leave. I’m delighted to be part of this and to share the insights and tips that help my clients overcome the sleep challenges they often face on maternity leave and in the return to work chapter. I’m obsessed with everything to do with sleep and have a passion for improving quality of life by supporting better sleep for the whole family”

Jen Fyvie, Infant Sleep Consultant, Registered Nurse & Adult CBT-I Sleep Therapist

Talent On Leave and Flexibility Works are consultancies known for helping companies and their people navigate the realities of maternity/parental leave and flexible working in ways that lift confidence, culture and performance.

We’re each trusted for creating enjoyable, relatable and transformational sessions and experiences that bring organisations and talent together for bigger, lasting wins.

We each support a strong mix of corporate and SME clients and are regularly asked to speak on these big topics, bringing fresh perspectives and practical solutions.

This meet-up event marks our first collaboration, shaped by a shared vision to create new norms in parent talent experiences and career progression.

Good to know

  • It’s up to you. You might be in the early stages of your leave and craving the right kind of company, or half way through and already feeling worried about return. You might already be at the stage you are being asked about your return plans, or be about to return, or have recently returned and want a sense check with people who get it.

  • From experience, we know that keeping the numbers capped to around 20 women (with their babies) keeps the event feeling warm and personal.

    To keep it fair, it will be first come first served but if there are no places left when you click to book, please select waiting list and we’ll let you know as and when space becomes available.

  • That’s entirely possible but even if you’re someone who just likes to listen, you’ll soon feel at home with us. And if you don’t, we won’t make it feel awkward for you to slip out the room.

  • Whilst it’s not a coaching or workshop event, our speaker sparks and q&a may offer you insights that will help to shape your next steps.

  • We know how tight finances can get on maternity leave so we’re inviting guests to make a pay-what-you-can donation in aid of our charity partner Baby Loss Retreat based in Glasgow. If you haven’t come across them yet, you can read more about their work here

  • Yes, everything will be close to hand. You’re also welcome to breastfeed within the event space if you would like.

  • House for An Art Lover is set within the grounds of Bellahouston Park in Glasgow. You can find the directions here. There is plenty of car parking. If you think you might need help getting from the car to the building, please just let us know.

  • Yes you absolutely can. We have private rooms, accessible by lift and with plenty of space for your pram.

  • Yes, if you think you’re bigger little will be happy to hang out with us, we’re happy to accommodate. There won’t be a creche though so it might be worth thinking through how enjoyable it will feel for you.