<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Attainable You Blog]]></title><description><![CDATA[Working mum blog with real stories, career advice and practical guides on flexible working, ambition and motherhood. By Attainable You founder Rebecca]]></description><link>https://www.theattainableyou.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:42:45 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.theattainableyou.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding Maternity Pay in the UK: What Every Mum-to-Be Needs to Know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Preparing for a new baby is exciting!! Congratulations if that’s you.

Whether you're employed, self-employed, or recently stopped working, understanding your rights and options is key to planning a smoother, more secure maternity leave.

In this guide, we break down the essentials of UK maternity pay in 2025, including Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP), Maternity Allowance, and other benefits that could support you through this life-changing time.]]></description><link>https://www.theattainableyou.com/post/understanding-maternity-pay-in-the-uk-what-every-mum-to-be-needs-to-know</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a78b00f7e238b0b8ae3b1c3</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_a23756a52d5a4229bacfa7a8b8309c95~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rebecca </dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top tips for returning from maternity leave]]></title><description><![CDATA[Are you feeling overwhelmed by the idea of returning to work after maternity leave? Whether it’s your first time or your third, juggling motherhood and a career can feel like an impossible balancing act.

You’re not alone and you can do this.]]></description><link>https://www.theattainableyou.com/post/top-tips-for-returning-from-maternity-leave</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a78ee842dc76a37da44e143</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2025 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dbe4d3_ff69652cd57544a39a2d97afc9892d52~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_828,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rebecca </dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Powerful Role ModelsPowerful Role Models]]></title><description><![CDATA[Now, probably 25 years later I am not an Olympic athlete! I am a mum of 3 amazing children, a wife and a working mum with a corporate career. My dreams and goals may have changed, however, the relevance and importance of role models have not.]]></description><link>https://www.theattainableyou.com/post/powerful-role-modelspowerful-role-models</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a78f22e1b163fc3edb420b5</guid><pubDate>Sun, 29 Sep 2024 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_0949d24e5ed249b7924130101072f4bf~mv2_d_6737_4497_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rebecca </dc:creator></item></channel></rss>