Topic: Families and Work Institute
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Share of working moms nearing all-time high, but has it gotten any easier?
The percentage of mothers in the workforce is nearing record highs, leading to more societal acceptance and childcare options, but mothers still face a 'mommy wage gap' and other challenges.
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Ultraflex jobs: You choose hours, venue
Some companies even let you decide how much time off to take. The result is more productive workers, not less.
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Women's share of jobs slipping
Once poised to become a majority of the workforce, women haven't found as many jobs as men during the recovery. But some signs point to an eventual rebound.
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How retirement is being reinvented worldwide
People are working longer – out of necessity and choice – as the world undergoes one of the biggest demographic shifts in history.
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How the recession is reshaping the American family
The downturn is forcing the man of the house to spend more time at home, altering roles everywhere from the laundry room to the child-care center.
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Firms squeeze the workweek
The rise of four-day weeks promises energy savings and more productivity, but only in some cases.
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Maternity leave: Expectant moms wait 'til the last minute
With no US laws requiring paid leave, more mothers stay on the job longer, saving time off until after the baby arrives.
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