Tag: maternity leave
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5 Essential Tips for New Moms Transitioning Back to Work
Get Pregnant Fast As you finally start to feel at ease with your newborn—navigating those late-night diaper changes, perfecting the art of the stroller, and mastering the art of sleep deprivation—it’s time to face the reality of returning to work. While some new moms can’t wait to ditch the cozy sweatpants for professional attire, others…
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Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton on Paid Family and Medical Leave: A Deep Dive
Get Pregnant Fast As a working parent, how often have you found yourself thinking, “If everything goes smoothly, we’ll be okay”? Yet, life has a way of surprising you—whether it’s a kid with a sudden cough or an unexpected call from the school nurse. During pregnancy, many parents face the daunting reality of having no…
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The Struggles of a Working Mom Who Breastfeeds
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating life as a working mom who breastfeeds is a challenge that many of us face. Balancing a career while caring for a newborn is no easy feat, especially when you’re trying to adhere to the advice that “breast is best.” We live in a world where we’re told to be empowered…
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Maternity Leave is Not ‘Me’ Time
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve been through maternity leave, you understand it’s hardly a leisurely break. Caring for a newborn while recovering from childbirth—whether it’s a vaginal delivery or a c-section—is far from a vacation. Unfortunately, many fathers receive little to no paternity leave, leaving new mothers to shoulder the burden alone. Meghann Foye, author…
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Response to Emma Cartwright’s Experience: The Backlash Against Successful Moms
Get Pregnant Fast Emma Cartwright welcomed her identical twin daughters yesterday, expanding her family to three children with her partner, David Jacobs. Alongside their new arrivals, the twins join their older brother, Oliver, who is three. However, Emma’s announcement was met with disdain online, as critics labeled her an irresponsible mother for planning to return…
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This Video Captures the Struggles of Working Moms in America
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast “This is not how it’s supposed to work. Mothers shouldn’t have to piece together time to heal from childbirth like we plan four-day getaways to the beach… For many women, the current state of affairs forces them back to work long before they are ready.” This poignant observation from Mark Collins…
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I Funded My Maternity Leave Through GoFundMe
Get Pregnant Fast As a self-employed stylist in Mississippi, I knew I wouldn’t have any paid maternity leave to rely on. Just two weeks before our daughter was born, my husband lost his job, which made things even tougher. Ever since I was a little girl, I wanted to be a hairstylist. So, in 2018,…
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The Reality of Maternity Leave in the U.S.
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s keep it real—the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is far from ideal, particularly for working mothers. I’m one of the fortunate few who reside in a state that provides an additional six weeks of maternity leave, allowing me to enjoy a total of 12 weeks of paid time off with…
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When Daycare Costs More Than Rent, It’s No Surprise Some Moms Opt Out of the Workforce
Get Pregnant Fast It’s no secret that childcare expenses in this country can be staggering. For many mothers contemplating a return to work after childbirth, the exorbitant costs often lead them to decide against it. Recent data from the Economic Policy Institute (EPI) illuminates the financial strain that childcare imposes on families, frequently leaving women…
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’Pregnant Then Screwed’ Offers Women a Voice Against Pregnancy Discrimination
Get Pregnant Fast In our modern working world, many mothers grapple with the harsh realities of navigating pregnancy while maintaining their careers. The absence of mandatory paid maternity leave in our country, combined with sky-high daycare costs, often leads women to reconsider returning to work after welcoming a child. However, a shocking issue that deserves…