Tag: maternity leave
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Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump on Maternity Leave: A Closer Look
Get Pregnant Fast As mothers, the issue of paid family leave is one that resonates deeply with us. Whether you’re a working mom navigating time off or a stay-at-home parent wishing for more family time, the conversation around maternity leave is crucial. Shockingly, only three nations globally—Papua New Guinea, Oman, and the United States—fail to…
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6 Essential Tips for Second-Time Dads
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, second-time dads (and those stepping into fatherhood for the third, fourth, or even fifth time)! Let’s get real: unlike royalty, your partner isn’t surrounded by a staff of caregivers to provide her with the postpartum pampering she truly deserves. Who’s there to help her? You. When your first child arrived,…
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6 Reasons the Family Medical Leave Act Falls Short
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re a working parent, you’re likely familiar with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). It’s supposed to provide support during one of the most challenging times in life, yet the reality is that it leaves much to be desired. The United States stands as the only industrialized nation without mandated paid…
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Moms Turn to Crowdfunding for Maternity Leave: A Sad Reality
Get Pregnant Fast In the United States, the absence of mandated paid maternity leave has left many new mothers in a precarious financial situation. With the burden of ensuring they can afford time off after giving birth, some moms are resorting to crowdfunding as a last-ditch effort to secure a few weeks of 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…