Return to work with a cohort of peers and expert guidance
Next cohort: January 12th - February 13th
Return to work together this winter
Be part of our Winter Cohort, a supportive five week journey back-to-work alongside brilliant women navigating the powerful, messy intersection of motherhood and work.
The Winter Cohort is for women in the first 0-6 months of returning to work and provides the tools, connection, and support to help you build your next chapter.
You will meet women who are:
Returning to work at a similar time
Working in complementary industries and roles
At a comparable career stage
Facing similar personal and professional challenges
Programme overview & dates
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The way you think about this transition can shape your experience of it. In the Mindsets Workshop you’ll join a small, curated circle of women to explore and experiment with practical models that can help you feel more grounded, clear, and in control.
Delivery & commitment
2.5-hour coach facilitated remote workshop
Connection and resources via cohort WhatsApp
Multiple date options w/c January 12th and 19th
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Join the cohort and gain practical tools to help you build a system to thrive. In this interactive workshop led by Branch experts you will re-connect with your personal values and learn how to set effective boundaries.
Delivery & commitment
90 minute interactive workshop
Resources and guidance to put tools into practice
Multiple date options w/c January 26th and February 2nd
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Returning to work often feels like a time when our networks shrink. Each Branch cohort brings together women returning at a similar moment. At this stage, we help you make meaningful connections both within your cohort and in the wider Alumni Community.
Delivery & commitment
Facilitated WhatsApp group over 5 weeks to share experiences, resources and provide peer support
Breakfast event in London to connect IRL with the cohort, w/c February 9th
Matched connection calls with community members
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After completing the cohort programme, you'll be welcomed into the broader Branch community with access to seasonal workshops, continued connections, and resources to support your ongoing journey.
“I found myself feeling more confident, able to set boundaries in my work and overall, just be kinder to myself. I’m so grateful I joined and would recommend it to any of my friends or colleagues.”
Returning later in the year? Join our 2026 cohorts
You can also register for our 2026 Spring, Summer & Autumn Cohorts.
“Returning to work from maternity leave has proven more challenging than I expected but having a regular session with mums at a similar stage has been enormously helpful.”
“Returning to work was very daunting, I felt stressed and anxious. Branch has been an incredible support, helping me to navigate the transition and teaching me techniques and tools to feel equipped. ”
FAQs
Who should join a Branch return-to-work cohort?
Our return-to-work cohorts are for women who:
Have recently returned to work after maternity leave.
Want to balance being a mother with continuing to build their career
Can women outside of London join?
Yes, although participants currently need to travel to London for their cohort breakfast event (attendance is optional but recommended). We're expanding Branch’s inclusivity by planning launches in additional locations.
What type of women join?
Our primary focus is on women working in professional roles. Women join from all industries and sectors at varying seniority levels. Our curation model allows us to connect women in similar roles and sectors, sparking more opportunities for group magic.
When should I join?
We recommend that you join a cohort within six months of returning to work. We also welcome women to join in the weeks ahead of returning to work. If you have been back at work for longer than this and feel that the programme would be helpful, you are welcome to join.
Who will run the sessions?
Branch works with experienced facilitators, guest speakers, and coaches. Each has first-hand experience of returning to their careers after maternity leave and working directly with women on this journey. You can see some of our profiles on our team page.
How much does it cost and how do I join?
Please sign up for more information on pricing and details about how to join.