Working Parents Archives

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

Sep 17, 2024 | Analysis | 0

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

Jul 30, 2024 | Analysis | 0

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

Jun 11, 2024 | News | 0

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

May 9, 2024 | News | 0

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

Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week: 6 coaching sessions for parents returning to work

Apr 29, 2024 | News | 0

Having a coach available to employees following parental leave can provide the emotional and professional support the parent needs.

Fathers are overvalued – whilst mothers are paid less by employers

Apr 19, 2024 | News | 0

Men who become fathers benefit from “overvaluation” in their professional lives whereas mothers experience the opposite, often undervalued and underpaid.

New poll indicates voters want reforms to improve parental leave

Apr 17, 2024 | News | 0

67% of respondents feel more inclined to vote for candidates or parties that include better parental leave in their manifesto.

Major study reveals skills children need to navigate an uncertain future

Apr 9, 2024 | News | 0

In a world of rapidly evolving technology and AI, parents want their children to develop life skills over those that are technical or academic.

Single mothers earn 53% less than the average man!

Mar 21, 2024 | News | 0

On Single Parents’ Day, data reveals single fathers earn 32% less than the ‘average’ man, while women fare even worse, with single mothers earning 53% less.

Mark Catchlove: How can we better support mothers in the workplace?

Mar 19, 2024 | Analysis | 0

Discover the concerns of working mothers, alongside quality advice to ensure they get the support they need to enjoy a successful career while raising a family.

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