“A couple of years ago, my life changed completely when I welcomed a mini-me into the world. As a first-time parent, this was obviously a life changing event for me and one which forced me to reconsider my whole work-life balance.

Luckily, I have received a huge amount of support from BCS Consulting both during my pregnancy and maternity leave and also when I was ready to return to work. While pregnant, BCS always ensured that I had everything I needed to be able to work comfortably, attend midwife and healthcare appointments and address any other issues I may have had.

I can honestly say that my needs were put first and everyone in the BCS team worked around them, finding a perfect balance that worked for us all.

Even whilst I was on my maternity leave, I still felt like a valued member of the Company. I was always invited to the Company events and I was also given a lot of flexibility through ‘keeping in touch’ days which really helped me to feel connected and made it much easier to return to work too.

Now that I’m back working full time, everywhere I turn, I’m always being asked the same question; “Are we doing everything we can to make it work for you, Tina?” My answer is yes; the genuine concern and interest shown by my colleagues really gives me confidence that I can make being a working parent, work for me.

After just a few months back, I found a relatively good routine which enables me to be ambitious in my career as well as being a satisfied mum, able to enjoy quality time with my baby.”