Tag: working mothers
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Senator Makes History by Breastfeeding in Parliament—Because Women Get Things Done
Get Pregnant Fast In a groundbreaking moment for working mothers, Senator Emily Carter made headlines recently by breastfeeding her infant daughter, Lily, on the floor of the Australian Parliament. After returning from maternity leave, Carter brought her two-month-old daughter to work for a critical voting session. When little Lily expressed her hunger, the senator took…
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The Unvarnished Reality of Returning to Work After Maternity Leave
Get Pregnant Fast Returning to the office after a 12-week maternity leave can be a daunting experience, as I discovered on my first day back. In an ideal world, I’d embody the composed confidence of a character like Olivia Pope. Instead, my return was more chaotic and overwhelming. Motherhood has a unique way of humbling…
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Tamara Green Makes History as the First Sitting Senator to Give Birth
Get Pregnant Fast Tamara Green is no stranger to breaking barriers. As Illinois’ first Asian American woman elected to Congress and the first woman with a disability to serve in such a capacity, she is now poised to make another historic mark—she will be the first sitting senator to give birth while in office. Expecting…
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The Challenges of Pumping at Work: A Cautionary Tale of Male Coworkers
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve had the experience of pumping breastmilk at your job, you’ll want to hear this captivating story shared by writer Aisha Reynolds. Her Twitter thread recounts a frustrating instance of navigating workplace challenges while trying to balance motherhood and a career. Spoiler alert: it’s a tale that many working moms can…
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The Myth of “Having It All” and Why It’s Time to Let Go
Get Pregnant Fast In the words of journalist Claire Adams, “The expectation for working mothers is remarkably clear: act as if you don’t have children while parenting as if work isn’t a factor.” Our mothers and grandmothers paved the way for significant societal changes. They rallied, protested, and championed women’s rights, including the right for…
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It’s 2023: Why Working Moms Still Shoulder the Mental Burden of Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, women are increasingly becoming equal earners alongside their male partners. Many even take on the role of primary financial providers for their families. So, why do working mothers still carry the majority of the mental burden when it comes to household and family obligations in 2023? Recent research by…
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Innovative “Pregnancy Pause” Empowers Moms to Bridge Resume Gaps
Get Pregnant Fast Feeling like your maternity leave was just too short? Did you find yourself stepping away from your career to care for your little ones? If you answered “yes,” you’re definitely not alone. A creative agency is stepping in to assist mothers in addressing their career breaks due to parenting—introducing The Pregnancy Pause.…
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The Illusion of ‘Having It All’: A Working Mom’s Reality
Get Pregnant Fast In the whirlwind of motherhood, many women find themselves juggling family commitments, professional responsibilities, and personal relationships—all while struggling to maintain their sanity. If you’ve ever felt like you’re barely holding it together, you’re not alone. This sentiment resonates deeply with countless mothers, including those in the limelight. Take, for instance, the…
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The Reality of the Motherhood Pay Gap — And Why It’s Not Improving
Get Pregnant Fast The motherhood pay gap is a pressing issue, and unfortunately, it seems to be worsening for many mothers. Anyone who has children understands that parenting comes with its financial challenges, but the economic impact extends far beyond just the cost of raising kids. While the gender pay gap is a well-known issue,…
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Senate Unanimously Approves New Rule Allowing Newborns on the Chamber Floor
Get Pregnant Fast In a groundbreaking move for female representation in government, the Senate has unanimously approved a new rule permitting women to bring their newborns onto the chamber floor. This significant change allows female senators to breastfeed their infants while fulfilling their legislative duties, ultimately eliminating the difficult choice between childcare and professional responsibilities.…