Intro Navigating maternity leave can feel like solving a complex puzzle with ever-changing pieces. As a mother-to-be, you have many options depending on state laws and employer benefits. Understanding the different types of leave available, such as FMLA, disability, and bonding, is crucial in creating a comprehensive plan for your time away from work. Let’s decode your maternity leave bucket and explore your available options. Exploring Your Maternity Leave Options Embarking on the journey to motherhood introduces a new world of responsibilities and decisions, and among these is determining the best maternity leave plan for you and your little one. The landscape of maternity leave comprises various options, each with…
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A Working Moms Daily Battle As Monday morning rolled around this week, I was filled with overwhelming sadness, knowing I would have to work and only see my baby girl for a few hours each day. The thing is, I would love to be a stay-at-home mom, but that just isn’t in the cards for me right now. I am the main breadwinner, and my family absolutely needs my income, so no matter how much I want to scoop up my baby and snuggle her all morning, I simply must get up and get moving. This sentiment may resonate with other moms; today, it feels difficult for most families to…
