The Reentry Blueprint System
For new & expecting moms to plan your maternity leave. Design your return. Communicate with confidence.
You’re about to step into one of the biggest transitions of your life.
And while everyone tells you to “soak it in,” you’re quietly wondering…
How do I actually prepare for this without dropping the ball at work or losing myself in the process?
You’ve spent years building your career, and now you’re about to pause it for something far more life-changing. But maternity leave isn’t just about leaving.
It’s about how you come back.
As seen in...
Most workplaces still treat maternity leave like just a form to file, not a life transition to plan for.
We forget to plan the return to work transition, so there's an unspoken expectation or assumption that you're fine, you'll be back at 100% on day 2, and don't need any support or flexibility.
And so many moms end up...
Juggling HR paperwork while trying to remember their due date.
Over-preparing work handoffs but under-preparing their reentry.
Coming back to work exhausted, anxious, unsupported, and unsure of where they fit anymore or how to advocate for what they need.
No one taught us how to plan for this transition...not at work, not in school, not even in childbirth class.
I built this system because it's exactly what I wish I had with my two maternity leave experiences, and every mom deserves to return to work supported, not sidelined.
You don’t have to earn your flexibility or prove your worth. You just need a plan that honors your reality. This is that plan.
1 in 3 new moms leave the workforce within 1 year after having a baby due to lack of support and burn out. But that doesn't have to be you.
xo,
Alexa Starks
Founder, Executive Moms
What’s Inside...
You’ll receive three professionally designed workbooks + a customizable Reentry Plan Google Doc that you can share with your manager or HR to align expectations before and after your leave.
Each piece builds on the next to take you from “I don’t even know where to start” to “I have a complete, confident plan.”
Workbook 1: The Maternity Leave Planner
Design your leave with clarity and boundaries.
Learn how to plan your leave timeline, clarify expectations with HR, and prepare your manager for a smooth transition without overextending yourself.
You’ll:
Define your leave dates, benefits, and coverage plan
Set communication preferences for while you’re out
Prepare a simple, effective manager conversation
Draft a flexible return proposal you can adjust later
You’re not asking for special treatment, you’re creating a sustainable plan.
Workbook 2: The Reentry Roadmap
Ease back in with a plan that protects your peace.
Instead of “jumping back in,” you’ll use a proven 30-60-90-day roadmap to re-onboard sustainably and rebuild confidence at your own pace.
You’ll:
Create a realistic return plan for your first 90 days
Set expectations with your manager and team
Build routines and boundaries that prevent burnout
Reconnect with your professional rhythm on your terms
Your return isn’t a test of strength, it’s a season of integration.
Workbook 3: The Self-Advocacy Playbook
Communicate your needs with calm and authority.
Get ready-made scripts and reframes for high-stakes conversations so you can advocate for yourself without guilt or apology.
You’ll:
Learn to ask for flexibility and support respectfully
Master scripts for setting boundaries and priorities
Reframe requests as shared wins for your team
Regain your professional voice and confidence
You’re not asking for favors, you’re leading by example.
By the end, you’ll walk away with:
A complete maternity leave and reentry plan
Scripts and conversation guides to use with your manager
Clear boundaries and expectations that protect your wellbeing
Renewed confidence in your ability to lead through this transition
You’ll go from feeling anxious and unprepared to feeling organized, supported, and ready for what’s next both at work and at home.
FAQs
When should I start this?
Ideally between 24–34 weeks of pregnancy when you’re planning your leave and starting to prepare your team.
How long does it take to complete?
Most moms complete it in 2–3 sittings (about 90 minutes total). You can go at your own pace and start it before leave, work on it during leave, and once you get back to work.
Do I need to share it with my manager?
Only if you want to. The system helps you clarify what you want first, then equips you with the language and confidence to communicate it clearly. You will take the customizable Google Doc Reentry Plan to your manager to co-create together though.
Is this a course or a coaching program?
Neither, it’s a professional toolkit. No videos. No homework. Just practical, fillable frameworks designed by a leadership expert and mom of two toddlers.
