Employee Survival Guide®
Employee Survival Guide®
Mark Carey | Employment Lawyer & Employee Advocate
Motherhood Penalty: Pregnant Mothers Shouldn’t Have to Choose Between Their Job and Their Child
10 minutes Posted Aug 10, 2026 at 5:00 pm.
Why Mothers Should Not Choose
Pump Act And PWFA Basics
EEOC Guidance Expands The Conversation
The Motherhood Penalty At Work
Support Beats Bare Minimum Compliance
How To Request Accommodations
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Send us Fan Mail Did you know that mothers in the workplace often face a hidden but significant barrier known as the motherhood penalty? In this enlightening episode of the Employee Survival Guide®, Mark Carey dives deep into the essential rights of pregnant mothers and nursing employees, shedding light on the critical importance of the PUMP Act and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. These vital laws are designed to provide necessary protections and reasonable accommodations for mothers durin...