Working Mom's Survival Guide

by Peters, Paula

• ISBN13: 9781605500058
• ISBN10: 1605500054
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-05-18
• Publisher: Adams Media Corp

Summary

More women than ever before are going back to work soon after having a baby. And no matter what their job, making the transition from home to work can be really challenging. Whether dealing with day-to-day dilemmas like spitup on their power suits or big-picture problems like the cost of child care, new moms need relief! Written in a friendly and encouraging tone, this guide is all a stressed-out mother needs to organize her life so everyone’s happy—including herself! From prebaby planning to after-baby adjustments, this book covers it all, including: FMLA and maternity leave Temporary schedules and career planning Job changes Child care Responsibilities at home Caring for yourself Considering a new job Choosing to quit Dealing with unexpected or special challenges With this book by their side, new mothers can have their careers—and be great moms, too!

Author Biography

Paula Peters understands the challenges of caring for a baby while tackling a full day of work. She is the author of three books and has published more than fifty essays, short stories, and articles for nationwide publications. She lives with her husband Ryan and son Zachary in the Kansas City area. Visit her at www.paulapeters.com.

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. ix
Panel of Working Moms	p. 1
Before Baby
To Quit or Not to Quit?	p. 11
Maternity Leave and FMLA	p. 25
Negotiating a New Work Schedule	p. 33
Your Career Plan	p. 45
Planning Your Leave-and Return	p. 51
Planning Child Care	p. 63
After The Baby Arrives: Dealing at Work
Missing Your Baby	p. 83
Catching Up at Work	p. 89
Breastfeeding and Work	p. 101
Sick Time and Doctor Appointments	p. 109
After The Baby Arrives: Dealing At Home
Household Responsibilities	p. 123
Juggling Two Jobs-and a Family	p. 141
Stresses on Your Relationship	p. 149
Caring For Yourself
Your Health	p. 161
Making Mommy Time	p. 175
The Decision to Change Jobs	p. 183
What If You Decide to Stay Home?	p. 201
A Final Note to You, the Working Mother	p. 205
Resources	p. 207
Index	p. 209
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