How to balance work and motherhood

The hurdles and preconceptions that career minded women must overcome to penetrate the boardroom and reach the higher echelons of the corporate hierarchy are more than well documented.

Combine this with the difficulties many women face whilst trying to raise a happy, well-balanced family, and it’s easy to see that life as a successful women in business, is no stroll in the park. In order not to lose out on a significant proportion of talent within the labour market, women are encouraged to return to work after maternity and employers are encouraged to offer them assistance.