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Paul Ryan Brings Up Paid Parental Leave

Paul Ryan recently became Speaker of the House of Representatives. One of the conditions he established as a requirement for him taking the position equates to what many might consider to be “work/life” balance. Others see it as a sign that paid parental leave is important. Paul Ryan is a Republican who represents Wisconsin. Paul Ryan ran as Vice President to Mitt Romney in the 2012 Presidential election. He is in his mid-40’s. His immediate family includes his wife, a daughter, and two sons. The children are school-age. When Paul Ryan was asked to consider becoming Speaker of the House, … Continue reading →

Teachers and Maternity Leaves

Believe it or not, teachers are people. We go to the store and shop at Wal-Mart. Most of us actually have a life outside of school. So yes teachers do have the right to get pregnant and take maternity leaves. However, for teachers, the situation is a little different than from other professions and jobs. A teacher’s maternity leave affects more than just the teacher herself. Each and every family and child that is in the class is affected. The affect is much greater in primary grade children. Some children have a very hard time adjusting to a new person. … Continue reading →

Pregnancy and Your New Job

Women of child bearing age are in the workforce in record numbers. They also change jobs from time to time. Some women are bound to find they are pregnant shortly after changing jobs. The worries of telling an employer you are pregnant are magnified many times when the job is new. If you find you are pregnant just after starting the job, you may wonder when you should tell your boss. The protocol here isn’t much different than if you had been with the company for some time. The decision of when to tell the boss is up to the … Continue reading →

Investigating Maternity Leave Options

If you plan to return to work after the baby is born, you will want to investigate your options for maternity leave. There are a few sources of paid or unpaid leave, depending on your employer’s policies, federal or state law and how long you have been at your job. Start early to prepare for your leave and financial needs. This way, you will be able to relax and enjoy your baby when the time comes. Inquire about your company’s policies regarding maternity leave. Speak with other co workers who have had babies while working for the company. Talk to … Continue reading →