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The return-to-work Survival Guide for new parents

NPR | By Andee Tagle

Published June 7, 2026 at 3:53 PM CDT

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Heading back to work after parental leave? Life Kit has some advice on navigating schedules, managing expectations and finding support during a major life transition.

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Andee Tagle

Andee Tagle (she/her) is a reporter-producer for NPR's Life Kit podcast.