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The Working Mom's Handbook: A Survival Guide for Returning to Work After Having a Baby

The Working Mom's Handbook: A Survival Guide for Returning to Work After Having a Baby

Biographical Note: ALI VELEZ ALDERFER is a writer, journalist, and mother who is always trying to nail down that perfect work-life balance. Her work has appeared in Newsday, BuzzFeed, and...

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Biographical Note:
ALI VELEZ ALDERFER is a writer, journalist, and mother who is always trying to nail down that perfect work-life balance. Her work has appeared in Newsday, BuzzFeed, and CNN. Follow Ali on Twitter at @MeAliVelez and at TheMamaFiles.com.

Review Quotes:
" The Working Mom's Handbook is packed full of the vital information nobody tells you, all wrapped up in a big hug and a 'You've got this, mama!' You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll learn, and you'll love it." --Hannah Williams, Executive Producer and Star of BuzzFeed's Mom in Progress

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"As a new mom with a full-time job, this book was about as close as you can get to a soothing auntie whispering in your ear that everything WILL be okay. It is an invaluable how-to guide for any new mom who is just trying to keep themselves from slowly losing their minds while they work and raise children. For anyone who has wondered how they're going to handle this motherhood-while-working thing, you must read this informative, friendly, and non-judgmental book." --Erin La Rosa, Author of The Big Redhead Book and Womanskills

Review Quotes:
"If you ever wondered how to manage your whole life after having a baby, this is the book for you. It could also be called Everything you need to know that no one tells you after you have a baby. From your mental health to learning the TSA guidelines for air travel with a breast pump, Ali helps you through it. All with practical tips, funny stories, and plain language that makes you feel like she's talking to you in your living room with a great glass of wine." --Alisha Morgan, Host of the Fearless Chic Podcast, Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker

Publisher Marketing:

Navigate the business of getting back to business--a no-nonsense road map for working moms

Going back to work after pregnancy can be a tough transition for parents. 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.

This reassuring entry into new mom books helps you prioritize and organize everything from choosing a caregiver, to knowing your workplace rights 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.

  • Supermoms assemble--Whether you work 9-5, run your own business, freelance, or otherwise, these tips are flexible for every budget and 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 book covers essential rights on break times and medical issues, plus actionable advice on dealing with discriminatory workplaces.

Go beyond other pregnancy books with a guide that shows you how to make it work at work.




Contributor Bio:Alderfer, Ali Velez

ALI VELEZ ALDERFER is a writer, journalist, and mother who is always trying to nail down that perfect work-life balance. Her work has appeared in Newsday, BuzzFeed, and CNN. Follow Ali on Twitter at @MeAliVelez and at TheMamaFiles.com.




Author: Alderfer, Ali Velez
Publisher: Callisto
Binding: Paperback
Pub Date: 2020-12-01
BISAC: Health & Fitness / Pregnancy & Childbirth|Health & Fitness / Women's Health / General|Family & Relationships / Parenting / Motherhood
Subjects: Working mothers|Women|Employment re-entry|Work and family|Work-life balance
Weight: 0.55 lbs
ISBN: 9781647396350
ASIN: -
SKU: SP-9781647396350

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