In the July edition of March8 Magazine, we explore How to overcome the motherhood penalty Venturing back into the workplace after having a child can be a time of unease and anxiety for mothers. Not only do they have to balance family life while pursuing their professional career, but more often than not, various other challenges rear their heads; sometimes, these are known as the motherhood penalty. As a result of this, almost half of working mothers decide to reduce their working hours, with one in four quitting work altogether to care for their families, according to a study by Pew Research. But we want to see more mums in the workplace – especially as 55% shared in a Motherly survey that their careers empowers them to be a better mother. Although the issue itself is complex, there are certain things that employers and fellow employees can do to welcome women back with open arms, while creating an environment where mothers want to stay. 🔗 Click the link in bio to read the full article on How to Overcome the Motherhood Penalty #Motherhood #WorkingMoms #WorkingMums #MentalHealth #MumsInBusiness #WomenInBusiness #WomensHealth