10/11/2023, Startups blog

The juggle is real: how to manage a new venture and parenthood

Jill and Mark Henderson offer their advice on how to go about balancing a newborn baby with a newborn business.

Everyone is familiar with the term work-life balance but it’s nearly impossible to achieve perfect equilibrium, especially as a parent. We feel strongly that the current culture of work has to change. 

No parent should be expected to put their toddler into childcare for nine hours a day, five days a week. Too often this is the only option available. Many workplaces still don’t offer adequate leave, equal opportunities and flexible working arrangements.

Though the pandemic shone a light on the last point, it seems that some employers are clawing back their teams into the office. Too often this impacts mothers who may feel forced to leave employment to take care of their children and counter the rising costs of childcare in the UK. 

Read more at:
https://startups.co.uk/blog/managing-a-new-venture-and-parenthood/

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28/10/2023, Express

‘We launched our hamper business with £350 and turned over £100,000 in one year’

EXCLUSIVE: Jill and Mark Henderson, who have just reached their 35,000th customer, say the accomplishment is "fantastic".

https://www.express.co.uk/finance/personalfinance/1828595/couple-hamper-business-side-hustle-amazon

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01/08/2023, VOGUE
Delighted to be featured in the August edition of VOGUE! 

“BUSHBABY is a small family business run by mum of 2, Jill. Their beautiful hampers are the perfect gift for both mum & baby, with vegan handmade cosmetics and ethical rattles including dinosaurs and dachshunds! From compostable packaging to truly flexible working for new mums, BUSHBABY is leading the way in sustainability. Visit www.BUSHBABYgifts.co.uk and follow @bushbaby_uk”