Parenthood Bytes

In this episode, we speak with Monique van den Berg, Head of Online Community & Community Management at Atlassian. Monique shares her unique journey into tech, highlighting her intentional approach to weekly planning and the importance of taking vacations even if you aren't planning to physically go anywhere. As a mother to a 13-year-old daughter, she emphasizes the value of validating tee...

In this episode, we hear from Rahul Deshmukh, a seasoned marketing executive based in the Bay Area. Rahul shares his insights on the dual challenges of raising two children, aged 20 and 16, while navigating a demanding career in the tech industry. He discusses the unique dynamics of balancing work and family life, especially highlighting his experiences and difficulties during the pandemic. Rahul&...

In this episode, we sit down with Chris Guillory, a devoted father and Project Manager at Modo Health. He talks about his journey and insights on navigating career shifts and parenting as a single dad. Chris opens up about his transition from the financial tech sector to medical tech, offering valuable perspectives on adapting to new industries within the tech realm. As a single parent to two boys...

In this episode, we talk to Dave White, who was formerly the Head of Product Operations and is currently an Operator and Investor as well as an advisor in Product Management in the Bay Area. He In this episode, we talk to Dave White, who was formerly the Head of Product Operations and is currently an Operator and Investor as well as an advisor in Product Management in the Bay Area. Dave shares ins...

In this episode, we sit down with Ebenezer Anjorin, a Product Manager at Google, who shares his experiences balancing a demanding career with family life. With a son turning three and another baby on the way (at the time of the recording), he discusses the boundaries he had to establish upon becoming a parent, his strategies for maintaining these boundaries, and how he manages the daily juggle of...

In this episode, we sit down with David Spark, co-host, producer, and managing editor of the CISO Series, a media network for cybersecurity professionals. David, who lives in Southern California, has two children, ages 10 and 13, shares his insights on managing his own business while raising a family. David discusses the importance of setting boundaries between work and personal life and how he pr...

In this episode, we chat with Vera Mehta, the Senior Director of Software Engineering at ClearScore in the UK. Vera, who is a dedicated mother to a 14-month-old son, opens up about her journey navigating the professional landscape while pregnant. She candidly discusses the ongoing struggles she faces, including the delicate task of disclosing her pregnancy to prospective employers and the importan...

In this episode, we chat with Berkley Hinton, a Product Manager based in the Bay Area. Despite managing a dynamic household that includes his 9-year-old daughter, step-daughters aged 13 and 22, and being a step-grandfather to a 6-month-old boy, Berkley adeptly balances his responsibilities. He discusses the intricacies of juggling parenting duties, caring for his 86-year-old mother, raising three...

In this episode, we chat with Mike Cvet, a Distinguished Engineer residing in the Bay Area. Mike has five kids: ages 11, 9, 7, and 4 (twins). He offers candid insights into managing a large family and discusses the challenges and rewards of raising children of different ages. He emphasizes the importance of prioritizing tasks that bring genuine value at work, rather than attempting to do everythin...

In this episode, we have a fascinating conversation with Mallika Rao, an engineering manager at Netflix residing in the Bay Area. Mallika, who is currently expecting her second child (with a 22-month-old son already), provides insights into her transition from an individual contributor (IC) to an engineering manager (EM). She discusses how her professional journey has been influenced by the arriva...

In this episode, we sit down with Can Envarli, who lives in Washington and is the VP of Engineering at Liquidity Book. Can shares insights from his life as a working parent, where he balances a demanding career with raising 10-and-a-half-year-old twins. He delves into the topic of work/life balance, emphasizing the fleeting nature of childhood and the importance of cherishing every moment with you...

In this episode, we catch up with Vicky Fang, a parent of two kids aged 8 and 10, who shares her journey from a tech career to becoming a children's book author and illustrator. She discusses the challenges of transitioning careers and how parenthood has influenced her approach to work efficency and prioritization. Vicky offers candid insights into the realities of parenting, acknowledging bot...

In this episode, we have a conversation with Tameez Sunderji, who not only serves as a Product Manager but also navigates the joys and challenges of fatherhood with his 10-year-old daughter. Tameez provides insights into the balancing act of managing both his professional career and personal life, offering a candid look into his recent globetrotting adventure and how he manages to juggle it all.

In this episode, we chat with with Mei, a data scientist based in Singapore. She shares her experiences of parenting two young children, aged 3.5 years old and 4 months old. Mei candidly discusses the struggles and challenges she faces while juggling her career and family life. One key piece of advice Mei offers to fellow parents, whether they are planning to have children or already have them, is...

In this episode, we have the pleasure of interviewing Susan Lee Neth, a Software Engineer at LaunchDarkly. She is based in the Bay Area and also serves as a Girl Scout Troop Leader. Susan is a mother of three children, aged 18, 16, and 14. Throughout our conversation, Susan highlights the significance of establishing boundaries in the workplace and prioritizing activities outside of work that hold...

In this episode, we chat with David Anderson, a filmmaker and UI developer based in the Bay Area. David shares insights into his life as a single parent raising three boys, now adults aged 32, 28, and 26. He provides candid reflections on the challenges and joys of parenting solo. Despite the inevitable hurdles, David cherishes the fun and precious moments he shares with his kids, underscoring the...

In this episode, we chat with Karthik Sethuramen, a seasoned Staff Software Engineer based in the Bay Area. Despite the demands of his career, Karthik generously shares his experiences and strategies for maintaining a balance between work and family life, particularly with a lively 3.5-year-old son. Karthik provides a candid glimpse into the dynamic of being a dual-career household with a young ch...

In Episode 22, we engage in a conversation with Erin McKean, the founder of wordnik.com and a member of the open-source programs office at Google, currently based in Oregon. Erin provides insights into the experience of parenting an adult child, as her son approaches his 24th birthday. Throughout the discussion, Erin delves into the contrasts between parenting an adult child and a younger one, not...

In this episode, Anna Sulkina, Director of Engineering at Airbnb and mother of 15-year-old twins, shares her insights on parenting and balancing a demanding career. With over 25 years of tech experience, Anna offers valuable advice for parents raising twins. She emphasizes the importance of syncing their schedules, suggesting that when one wakes up to feed at night, it's best to feed both to e...

In this episode, we sit down with Lauren Fischetti, a former director at Affirm turned career and life coach in the Bay Area. Lauren, who is a mother of two young children aged 3 and 1.5, shares her insights on parenthood and finding a balance between work and family responsibilities. One of the key points Lauren emphasizes is the importance of being intentional about how you allocate your time be...

In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Tio, a Staff Frontend Engineer at Proper and a devoted father of two young girls, aged 2 and a newborn (as of the date this episode is published). His second daughter was born on January 9! Andrew shares insights into his experience managing the delicate balance between work and family life. Despite the challenges, Andrew emphasizes the importance of being...

In this podcast episode, Ahmed Siddiqui, author of Anatomy of the Swipe , instructor for Academy of the Swipe, and a Product Leader at Branch, shares insights into his journey balancing career and family life. With three children aged 10, 8, and 4, Ahmed reflects on how his approach to work has evolved since becoming a parent over a decade ago. He emphasizes the importance of being intentional in...

In this episode, Emily Price, a Staff Technical Product Manager at Singularity 6 and a mother of two young children, aged 5 and 2, shares her insights on navigating career expectations and childcare responsibilities after becoming a parent. Emily emphasizes the need to adjust and reset expectations regarding one's job after having children. She offers valuable advice for parents, highlighting...

In this podcast episode, we interview Omar McNeil, a Staff L&D Program Manager at Github based in North Carolina, who also runs a YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@omarvelouslyblerdy12 . Omar, a father of two (ages 10 and 7), shares valuable insights about balancing work and family life, particularly emphasizing the importance of thoroughly assessing job benefits. Omar highlights the s...

In this episode, we have a insightful conversation with Hita Gambheer, a Staff Software Engineer at Marqeta, residing in the Bay Area. Hita is a mother of three, with twins aged 5 and a 1.5 year old baby. She candidly shares her experiences and strategies for navigating the complex balance between a demanding career and the responsibilities of parenthood. Hita touches on the pervasive challenge of...