Tag: maternity leave
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Why My Maternity Leave Isn’t A Vacation
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s set the record straight: my maternity leave is far from a vacation. I don’t require extravagant dinners or lavish getaways to feel fulfilled. But equating my maternity leave with a leisurely retreat? That’s a remarkable misunderstanding of what it truly entails. If you’ve just nurtured a human being inside your body,…
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5 Reasons I’m Hesitant to Expand My Family
Get Pregnant Fast As a proud mom of two wonderful kids—a spirited girl and a charming boy—I can confidently say that they are the sunshine in my life. Despite the chaos that comes with toddler meltdowns, sticky fingers, and the occasional car sickness incident, I wouldn’t trade my role as their mother for anything, not…
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The Maternity Leave Insights I Wish I’d Known
Get Pregnant Fast For many new working moms, the transition into maternity leave can be quite the whirlwind. Before baby arrives, our lives are often a blur of long work hours, ambitious career goals, and a constant barrage of tasks that keep us glued to our devices. The moment you introduce a baby into the…
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America, It’s Time to Step Up for Postpartum Moms
Get Pregnant Fast As I approached the arrival of my first child, my midwife, a seasoned pro, offered some candid advice about the postpartum phase. “You won’t be doing much in those early weeks, just resting on the couch and nursing your baby,” she said with a knowing look. I smiled politely but thought, “Not…
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Dads, If You Have the Option for Paternity Leave, Take It—All of It.
Get Pregnant Fast As my wife, Sarah, approached the final month of her pregnancy, I found myself in a conversation with my supervisor about paternity leave. This was about three years ago. “Don’t take too much time off,” Tom advised. “Your students might really suffer.” Sitting at my desk, I felt a wave of guilt…
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What You Should Understand About Paid Leave When Employed by a Small Company
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re working for a small business, navigating paid leave can be quite challenging. Here’s a helpful guide to understanding your options. Step 1: Know Your Federal and State Rights It’s crucial to verify which federal and state laws apply to your situation. Unfortunately, many people assume that maternity and paternity leave…
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Moms Face Financial Losses of Nearly $9,500 During Maternity Leave
Get Pregnant Fast Recent findings reveal that an overwhelming majority of families experience financial strain when welcoming a new baby, with a staggering 80% reporting some impact on their finances. In a relaxed chat with friends, let’s talk about what’s happening. Many parents are already cutting back on needed leave, and this limited time off…
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The Risks of Inadequate Maternity Leave: A Call for Change
Get Pregnant Fast I was heartbroken to learn about another tragic incident involving an infant’s death at daycare—just hours into her first day. This time, the little girl was only three months old, and her mother, Sarah Thompson, had to leave her in care she wasn’t ready to trust. Like many mothers, Sarah was desperate…
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How Productive Is a New Mom Just Three Weeks Postpartum?
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the early days of motherhood can be incredibly challenging, especially when balancing work responsibilities. Take the case of my friend Jessica, who gave birth just three weeks ago. Her husband did his best to support her by stocking the fridge with convenient meals before heading to the office each morning. While…
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12 Misconceptions I Had About New Parenthood
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is an incredible journey filled with unexpected challenges. Here are twelve misconceptions I had before becoming a parent that I wish I had known better. Maternity leave is a break from work. Sure, I don’t miss the daily grind of office life or dressing up for meetings, but maternity leave turned…