Being pregnant is an exciting time. For many mums-to-be, it also brings a lot of questions and worries. One concern that often arises is when and how to tell your boss you’re expecting. It can be a nerve-wracking experience telling…
Category: Maternity leave
Maternity leave can be a wonderful time to bond with your new baby and adjust to life as a new mother. However, it can also be a challenging time, both financially and emotionally. Many mothers may want or need to…
Deciding how to handle work and family life after having a baby is one of the most important decisions you can make as a new mother. There are many factors to consider, including financial needs, job satisfaction, childcare options, and…
For many new mums, the decision of when to go back to work after having a baby can be an emotionally charged and difficult one. It is natural to want the best for your child and to provide them with…
The Maternity Allowance is a benefit that was created to help new mothers with the costs of pregnancy and childbirth. The allowance is paid for up to 39 weeks and is available to mothers who are not eligible for Statutory…
If you’re reading this, chances are you’re about to become a working mother. Congratulations! But along with the excitement of starting a family comes the challenge of how to manage your time effectively. After all, you’re going to have a…
Anyone who has ever been a mother knows that it is the hardest job in the world. Not only are you responsible for keeping your little one alive, but you also have to keep them happy, healthy, and safe. And…
Congratulations on your new arrival! Whether it’s your first or fifth baby, becoming a parent is an amazing achievement that comes with lots of challenges. One of those challenges is returning to work after maternity leave. Here are five tips…
Becoming a mother is one of the most exciting times in a woman’s life. But as your due date approaches, you may start to feel anxious about leaving your job to become a full-time mum. After all, you’ve worked hard…
Returning to work after maternity leave can be a very daunting experience – especially if you are planning to start a new job. The best plan of action for finding a new job after maternity leave is to be prepared….
Becoming a mother is one of the most exciting and life-changing events that a woman can experience. But for working mothers-to-be, it can also be a daunting time as they try to balance the demands of their job with the…
Having a baby is an amazing time that comes with a lot of changes, both physically and emotionally. One other change that happens when you become a parent is your income. If you’re used to working full-time and bringing in…
Being pregnant can be an exciting time. But it can also be a time when you feel like you’re not at your best. You might be feeling fatigued, nauseous, and just generally not up for tackling your to-do list. However,…
Returning to work after maternity leave can have mixed feelings. I know this for sure because my sentiments were quite different after each of my two maternity leaves. For our first child, I remember crying all the way to the…
Firstly, congratulations are in order! If it’s your first child you’ll know doubt have a mix of excitement and a ting of nervousness every so often – life is about to change, for the better! If this is not your…
Maternity leave is always a hot topic in the news. With the pressures of work pitted against the importance of new mothers having time to bond with their new-borns, it can seem like an added stress and a recipe for…
If you’re counting down the days with trepidation until you return to work after having a baby, then you’re not alone. Work is a necessary part of life, especially if you want to give your new baby everything they deserve….
While you may be nursing swollen ankles, and trying to navigate the big bump your third trimester suddenly sprouts out, going on maternity leave may seem like a little way off. However, the chances of your baby arriving on the…
Maternity leave can be over and done before you know it. It’s one time in your baby’s life (and yours for that matter!) that you can’t buy back. Use it wisely, and you’ll get the rest and balance you need…