Tag: maternity leave
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Let’s Talk About Anything But the End of My Maternity Leave
Get Pregnant Fast There are few things more disheartening than the conclusion of my maternity leave. Sure, binge-watching “The Notebook” during my period or weighing myself right after a buffet feast can be sad, but this? This is on a whole new level. I’ve spent the last several months forging a deep bond with my…
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Navigating the Postpartum Journey: A Privilege That Should Be Accessible to All
Get Pregnant Fast As a trusted resource for expectant parents and a lactation consultant with years of experience, I can’t stress enough how crucial it is to build a robust support system for the postpartum period. The reality is that many new mothers find this phase far more challenging than they anticipated. Unfortunately, a lot…
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Former Ivanka Trump Executive Reveals the Fight for Paid Maternity Leave
Get Pregnant Fast In a revealing Facebook post, former Chief Marketing Officer at Ivanka Trump’s fashion brand, Emily Carter, shared her struggle to secure paid maternity leave after accepting a position with the company. Despite Ivanka’s public persona as an advocate for working women, it turns out that the reality within her own organization paints…
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My Unexpected Journey: Half of My Maternity Leave Spent in the NICU
Get Pregnant Fast When I first discovered I was pregnant, it was a moment to remember—sitting at a bar while my husband and I cheered on our favorite team during the World Cup. A sudden whiff of beer made me realize something was off, so we stopped by CVS on our way home to pick…