Supermom hits the wall: Mommy burnout, building a case for family-friendly benefits
Article Abstract:
Trying to manage household, job and sometimes school can lead a working mother into burnout. Helplessness and severe guilt can cause illness, addiction or job loss. Tips are offered on ways to counter burnout. Studies show that flexible family leave plans also help, and save firms money too.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1995
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Is your company family-friendly?
Article Abstract:
Working mothers should be aware of their company's family care and maternity policies and benefits that are extended to all employees. These policies should be consulted form the employee handbook and should address needs such as childcare, leaves and flexible scheduling.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1995
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Share and share alike
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Job-sharing is beneficial to working mothers. It lessens possible career destruction and provides more chances of maintaining and improving work skills and positions. Job-sharing refers to the division of a single job between two workers.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1996
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