Your Ultimate US Maternity Leave Guide: Advice from Linzay Davis

In this episode of The Working Mom’s Playbook, host Antonia DePace sits down with Linzay Davis, parental leave advocate and founder of Hello Bundle, to talk about the reality of parental leave in the United States—and what working parents really need to know before starting their leave journey.

After experiencing a difficult parental leave herself due to lack of information and employer guidance, Linzay turned her challenge into purpose—launching a business that helps parents understand their benefits, navigate complex policies, and advocate for paid time off.

Together, Antonia and Linzay unpack:

• The state-by-state differences in paid parental leave benefits
• How to plan and advocate for your own parental leave at work
• The global gap in U.S. parental leave compared to countries like Canada and Australia
• What needs to change in company culture and workplace flexibility to truly support working parents

If you’re pregnant, planning for maternity leave, or simply curious about how to balance career and family, this episode is your go-to guide for navigating one of the most overlooked parts of modern motherhood.

👉 Tune in for actionable tips, honest conversation, and insight every working mom needs to hear.