I had a baby right before covid-19 and left my business in the best place it’s been. I was ready to enjoy some time with my baby. Instead I immediately went back to work to try to keep it all afloat.
Which of the following are you trying to fit with your job/career? ________________________________________________________________________
Caring for infants (0-11 months)
How has COVID-19 impacted your job/work responsibilities? How has it impacted your responsibility to care for your family?
It’s made me have to work much harder. I had a baby right before covid-19 and left my business in the best place it’s been. I was ready to enjoy some time with my baby. Instead I immediately went back to work to try to keep it all afloat.
Was there ever a time when you felt there was an unspoken barrier or preconceived notion that interfered with your job or career? Please share.
No
If you could change one thing about your job to make it easier for you to fit work with your other professional, educational, or caregiver responsibilities, what would it be?
I’d be able to ignore emails before 8am and after 6pm so I can be present at home
HOW EASY WAS IT TO PUT (AND MAINTAIN) A CHILDCARE/ELDERCARE ARRANGEMENT TOGETHER AND DID IT WORK FOR YOUR FAMILY?
Very easy, and it’s worked out great!
Of all your professional, educational, or caregiver responsibilities, which creates the most stress with your job/career? Please share why?
Keeping clients happy. I don’t want them to think I’m abandoning my responsibility to them just because I had a baby
[If pursuing education] What level of education are you pursuing?__________________________________________________________________________________
Bachelor’s Degree
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