Working Parents

Childcare Costs Still Crippling Parents Despite New Support

A recent discussion reignited the debate, with one person revealing that their £45,000 salary was effectively wiped out by childcare costs.

Uber Rolls Out Free Childcare for 100,000 UK Drivers in Industry-First Expansion

The expansion will see all UK Uber drivers receive 20 hours of free childcare per year, helping working parents.

Dr Glenn Mason: The role of the employer in supporting parents and families

Parents make up a significant proportion of those experiencing mental health challenges in the UK, 68% of women and 57% of men.

Ian Wells: Working parents – managing the school holiday juggle

Over the half-term holidays, working parents often face a juggle of conflicting commitments and priorities.

Beverlie Wilkinson: Second child, new challenges – preparing for your return to work

The journey back to work after having your second child can feel like familiar...

One in four working parents looking for mental health support

This year’s Modern Families Index report revealed 1 in every 4 working parents in the UK was looking to their employer for mental health support for their children. 

Simon Garrity: Boundaries boost working parents’ wellbeing and performance

While the return to school experience is fresh in parents’ minds, it makes sense for HR to review how well their organisation supports working parents.

Emma Willars: Summer solutions to help ease working parent stress

As a working parent during summer, you may find yourself facing a dilemma: how to balance the demands of your job with the care and needs of your child.

Huge return-to-office gains for employers offering family support

85% of respondents believe employer-sponsored childcare helps working parents attend their workplace, and 80% say it enhances productivity.

Child mental health integration during Mental Health Awareness Week

In addition to supporting employees, there is a growing need to extend mental health support to their families, particularly children.

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