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What happens when a married couple works at the same supportive workplace and has a baby? And what does that support really look like? We'll tell you : 1. Agnostic parental leave policies where both parents can take extended leave. 2. Flexible work arrangements. 3. Hybrid work options. Read Rob and Rachel's beautiful story down below 👇 Are you keen to share your story about parenting or caregiving and work? We'd love to hear from you. Drop us a comment below and we'll connect. REA Group Alex McGrath

Rest comes in different forms and all parents, whether birthing, adopting or fostering, should have access to a mandatory rest period. Learn more about our #BreastsNeedRest campaign at breastsneedrest.com

"78% of parents said confidence in their child care allows them to excel at work, pointing to employers as potential key drivers of improved parental mental health through the provision of child care benefits." - 2024 KinderCare Confidence Index. Interesting press release from KinderCare Learning Companies regarding parent confidence and the role employers play in child care. Our team at Child Care Biz Help has been developing innovative partnership programs for employers to help them meet the needs of their employees as it relates to job satisfication and the care of their children. We know this is a game changer not only for local business but also for our child care centers. https://lnkd.in/dQxhaiqW #fullenrollment #employersponsoredchildcare Child Care Biz Help

Is your company’s parental leave policy stuck in the past, or is it evolving to support today’s diverse families? This week’s AIB Review article, authored by AIB Lecturer Dr bhavna bajaj, explores how organisations can redesign parental support policies to reflect modern family structures and enhance social capital for new parents. The article highlights how employers can go beyond just offering time off by building stronger internal support networks and providing access to external resources, making the transition to parenthood smoother and more inclusive for all. Curious to learn how employers can create a more supportive workplace for new parents? Read the full article here ▶️ https://bit.ly/4dxEBXF

At the Australian Institute of Business , we're focused on linking theory to practice - in that spirit, here's my two cents on how an understanding of Social Capital can inform parental leave policies. I wrote this piece for the #AIBReview, which carries academic insights for industry practitioners. Sharing here because I'm curious to know what this piece might spark among practicing HR professionals ( and parents) in my network. So, if you can take a moment to read and respond, that'd be amazing 😊

👨👧👦 Parental Leave and Operations Caregiving is part of the backbone of our society, and caring needs are diverse and unique between individuals and families. We know that parents need support from workplaces when their children are born and in the early years, however, many families need ongoing flexibility to thrive. Operations-based workplaces have had more hurdles to overcome when it comes to offering the flexibility that parents, carers and families need - but given the benefits to employers and the community when they get it right, it’s a goal well worth working towards! 💡 Here are five of the top ways operational businesses can make sure parents are supported. You can read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/giwwUgtG

Here's some advice to help juggle caregiving and your career — from a few of the dads here at Creative Circle! https://lnkd.in/g-xxhdmi Balancing employment and caregiving can be incredibly demanding! While the experiences shared in our blog are from working parents specifically, we recognize the balance required for all types of caregivers — parents, adult children, friends, and loved ones alike. We hope ALL employed caregivers find this advice useful! Brian Pope, Christopher Coates, Brian Lamsback, Kurt Brown at Creative Circle #happyfathersday #fathersday #worklifebalance

Empowering working mothers means valuing career achievements and family well-being equally. Let's advocate for family-friendly policies together, recognizing that they not only support mothers in their professional endeavors but also foster healthier, happier families. #FamilyFirst #FindtheRhythm #WorkingMoms

Unlocking the Secrets of Father's Day: Perspectives on Parental Roles and Celebrations Join the conversation as we explore different perspectives on Father's Day and delve into societal influences that shape our views on parenting. Gain insights from personal experiences and societal expectations. #FathersDayDebate #ParentingPerspectives #FamilyValues #SocietalInfluence #CelebrateFathers #ParentingJourney #ModernFamilies #GenderNorms #BreakingStereotypes #ParentalRoles

📩 Free, expert advice to help keep and engage parental returners 📩   Would you like to know what best practice is for supporting expectant and returning parents?   Are you interested in how other organisations are achieving higher engagement and retention of returners?   If so, sign up for Returning Works monthly newsletter. Send us a message and we'll add you to the list. #maternity #newsletter #returntowork #parentalleave