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What Makes Working During Pregnancy So Tough? - E12

Published on: 25th November, 2025

Minali shares her journey of expecting twins while navigating work, personal growth, and family support. With candid reflections from Mona and Ishana, the conversation explores balancing career demands with physical changes, the pressure women place on themselves, and the importance of empathy and community. It’s an open, empowering dialogue about resilience, asking for help, and redefining strength during one of life’s most transformative phases, pregnancy.

Key Timestamps:

(00:00) - Pregnancy Announcement…It’s Twins

(02:00) - Balancing Work And Pregnancy

(04:00) - Pressure And Overcompensation

(07:00) - Guilt Versus Flexibility

(09:00) - Trimester Challenges Explained

(11:00) - Mentorship And Support Systems

(13:00) - Rights And Asking for Help

(17:00) - Domestic Work Importance

(19:00) - Career Impact Of Pregnancy

(25:00) - Normalizing Pregnancy At Work


Key Topics Discussed:

Three Takes, Ishana Nigam, Minali Nigam, Mona Nigam, generational advice, pregnancy and career balance, working while pregnant, twin pregnancy journey, pregnant workers' rights, motherhood and workplace support


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About the Podcast

Three Takes: 3 Women, 3 Generations, 1 Family Unpacking the Questions We All Ask
A Gen X mom and her Millennial & Gen Z daughters share real conversations on career, wellness, family, and growth
Welcome to Three Takes, a multi-generational podcast hosted by Mona and her daughters, Minali and Ishana, representing Gen X, Millennial, and Gen Z perspectives. Together, they explore the intersection of career, wellness, and family life, providing authentic conversations and valuable insights to empower women in their work, life, and relationships.
Each episode dives into a thought-provoking question, as they share their unique 'takes' on a diverse range of topics, from navigating professional challenges to fostering personal growth and maintaining healthy relationships. More than just a podcast, Three Takes is a shared space for us to evolve together as a growing community, inviting listeners to reflect and connect.