Many parents struggle with the work/parent balance. Having children might mean working part-time and therefore having less pay. That can lead to financial constraints as working can come with high childcare costs. Others might work full time which again can come with childcare costs as many kindergartens and schools close before the typical 9-5 workday is complete.
This is a mammoth, long term juggle for parents where the scales tip from how much time you can spend with your children and work expectations.
Join me as I talk to Ellen Joan Nelson, the 2023 Local Hero of the Year, about how she starting the #workingschoolhours movement, how efficient mums are especially when enabling flexible working, and other ways companies can support mums getting back to the workforce.
Find out more about Ellen at ellenjoannelson.com
