The Working Mom's Handbook: A Survival Guide for Returning to Work After Having a Baby, Paperback/Ali Velez Alderfer

Navigate the business of getting back to business--a no-nonsense road map for working moms Going back to work can be a tough transition for parents--some even call it the fifth trimester. Finding a work-life balance is no easy task, and it's normal to feel overwhelmed. This guide has all the practical guidance and supportive tips you need to confidently navigate the workplace as a new mom. The Working Mom's Handbook is your guide to the fifth trimester, helping you prioritize and organize everything from choosing a caregiver to taking time for self-care. Know your workplace rights, your career path, and how to set boundaries. Learn all about breast pumps and pumping at work or on-the-go, plus find kinship with stories from real-life working moms just like you. This guide to your fifth trimester includes: Supermoms assemble --Whether you work 9-5, run your own business, freelance, or otherwise, these fifth trimester tips are flexible for your own budget or background. Keys to success --This book will help you determine clear priorities and a trusted support system; learn to overcome emotional, professional, and societal pressures; and become a strong, successful parent. Your body rules --This fifth trimester book covers essential rights on break times and medical issues, plus actionable advice on dealing with discriminatory workplaces. Discover how to make it work at work and conquer your fifth trimester with this handbook.