Comments on: 7 Tips for Keeping Your Career on Track During a Maternity Leave

By: Cindy M

Cindy M — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 19:02:59 +0000

Very interesting article. I'm a work at home mom who started out as a stay at home mom by simply putting a career to the side. I love my job now but I think your advise is good for both those planning on returning to work and those that don't. It never hurts to brush up on your skills or find new ones while being at home with the little ones. It gives you some "you" time, keeps your mind sharp and keeps your options open for the future. Cindy M's last blog post..What are Your Bad Mom Moments?

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Wed, 09 Jan 2008 18:14:52 +0000

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By: How to Get Laid Off on Maternity Leave and Come Out Ahead - eMoms at Home - Blogging and Internet Marketing for Home Based Entrepreneurs

Thu, 21 Jun 2007 05:34:35 +0000

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By: Syed

Syed — Sun, 03 Dec 2006 00:19:12 +0000

Some good tips here. I think I may be moving out of blogs and going into something bigger which was my earlier vision.

By: cjcm

cjcm — Fri, 01 Dec 2006 16:43:22 +0000

Wendy, I will pass this one up..TQ

Because, my wife is a fulltime housewife and I dont get maternity leave either… LOL

By: Kate

Kate — Fri, 01 Dec 2006 11:38:09 +0000

This is a great post – thanks. I appreciate this sort of thing so much more than the posts about blog tag etc.

By: Tony D. Clark

Tony D. Clark — Fri, 01 Dec 2006 01:26:11 +0000

I bet you can guess which one(s) I’d recommend

I’ve worked with a lot of Moms who were ABSOLUTELY going back to work after maternity leave (my wife being one of them, with our first). It’s funny how such a little person can be so darn persuasive.

Everyone has to do what works best for their family – the key is to broaden your idea of “work.” I wrote a post earlier this week on how much kids gain by observing their parents following their dream. Aside from the obvious benefit of being there for your kids, you’re also teaching them how to do meaningful work â€“ and find success on your own terms.

But as you already know, Wendy â€“ I’m a little biased