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A ClickPlay.io Initiative - Entrepreneurship for Mothers

Why returning to work doesn’t work for many mothers—and how ClickPlay.io is helping them build something better, from home

By Liam RossPublished 8 months ago 3 min read

Motherhood doesn’t hit pause just because your maternity leave ends. The deadlines return. The bills pile up. And for far too many women, the professional world expects them to bounce back as if nothing happened—when everything has.

Returning to work after having a child is one of the most under-discussed, high-pressure moments in a mother’s life. The options are often unfair: leave your child too soon, step back from your career, or try to juggle both in a system that doesn’t bend.

That’s why ClickPlay.io launched Entrepreneurship for Mothers—an initiative designed to create real, work-from-home pathways for new mothers who want to build something of their own, without leaving their child behind.

The Reality of “Returning to Work”

For many mothers, “returning to work” doesn’t mean stepping back into a corner office. It means scrambling for childcare that costs more than their paycheck. It means part-time hours with full-time expectations. It means being penalised for flexibility, for presence, for parenting.

And for those without paid leave or family support, even getting to work can feel impossible.

After months or years of being away from a traditional workplace, many mothers face guilt, judgment, and a sense of disconnection. The guilt of “not doing enough” at home, and the judgment of “not doing enough” at work. It can feel like there’s no place where a mother truly belongs.

That’s not failure. That’s a system not built for mothers.

What Mothers Need Isn’t Advice—It’s Options

ClickPlay’s Entrepreneurship for Mothers initiative isn’t about pushing moms to hustle harder. It’s about giving them the space, tools, and support to define success on their terms.

It’s about empowering mothers to build businesses around their lives, not forcing them to choose between their kids and their careers. Whether it’s starting a small e-commerce brand, offering services online, or turning a passion project into a revenue stream, we’re here to make entrepreneurship accessible from home.

Building a business while caring for a newborn isn’t easy, but it’s possible with the right tools. ClickPlay provides an ecosystem that acknowledges the emotional and physical challenges of motherhood, while helping mothers build a foundation for long-term success.

What the Initiative Offers:

Flexible Online Training

We know that every mother’s schedule is different. That’s why our training is designed to be flexible, bite-sized, and adaptable. Mothers can learn essential business skills—like digital marketing, sales, and e-commerce strategies—in their own time. Whether it’s during nap time, after the kids are in bed, or in between household tasks, these courses are made to fit into the real world of motherhood.

Mentorship Matching

One of the most significant barriers mothers face when starting a business is a lack of support. With the Entrepreneurship for Mothers initiative, we pair new mothers with experienced mentors who have walked the path before them. These mentors offer guidance, encouragement, and advice, making sure no mother feels isolated in their entrepreneurial journey.

Funding Guidance

Securing funding for a new business is always a challenge—but it’s especially difficult for mothers trying to balance childcare with work. We help mothers navigate the world of small business loans, grants, and investors who are interested in supporting women-led businesses. We believe that when mothers have access to the right funding, they can achieve real economic independence.

This Isn’t Side-Hustle Culture. It’s Survival—and Sovereignty.

This isn’t about romanticizing “mom boss” hashtags or selling hustle culture to women who are already stretched thin.

This is about giving mothers a way to stay home without disappearing. It’s about acknowledging that some of the world’s most overlooked entrepreneurs are already managing tiny humans, households, and emotional labor—and that maybe, just maybe, they deserve better than a forced trade-off between presence and purpose.

We don’t believe work has to pull you away from your child to be valid. We believe you can build a business with a baby in your lap—if someone gives you the tools.

ClickPlay.io – Because mothers don’t need permission. Just a starting point.

The ClickPlay Team

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About the Creator

Liam Ross

Founding member of ClickPlay — a purpose-driven digital collective turning everyday engagement into real-world impact. We believe clicks should fuel change by powering community action and cause-based initiatives.

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