As a working parent, you struggle to find the time to fit everything in. If only there was another way. A magic wand to pause time so you could catch up. Sadly, the magic wand remains elusive despite our wishes. But there may be some savvy advice you haven’t heard of, or more likely haven’t...
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5 Ways To Improve Your Financial Wellbeing
How to improve your financial wellbeing Working parents are always on the lookout to improve their financial wellbeing and to make their money go further. In fact a recent financial-based survey₂. found the most significant stress for workers in Britain is money₁. During 2019, British workers spent at least 3 hours a week and...
Continue readingWhy Everyone Misses Out When Dads Are Stigmatised
The number of working mums hit a record high in the UK in 2019 with 75% of mums in paid work₁. Despite the increase of mums in work outside the home, they still handle the majority of unpaid work inside the home, including childcare. The struggle for working mums is real and rightly discussed...
Continue reading6 tips to help working parents thrive in the workplace
It’s a worry all working parents face, how to thrive at work, whilst your family and home commitments pull you in every direction. You want to achieve and succeed in your job but struggle against the common negative cultural beliefs that you can’t give as much. We don’t believe that’s the case. We want...
Continue reading5 ways for working parents to reduce their stress
We’re sure we don’t need to tell you that working parents are stressed. 40% more stressed to be exact₁. There’s more to do; minimal down-time, and inner conflict about your multiple roles....
Continue readingA New Solution for Flexible Working & Childcare
A change in flexible working & childcare support is long overdue. With many parents demanding a more flexible approach to work-life, and the clear benefits to both employers and employees, it is time to normalise flexible working practices. Forward-thinking companies need to lead the way and answer the calls for flexible working. A...
Continue readingThe Benefits of Flexible Working
Employers and employees alike have become increasingly aware of flexible work options. ...
Continue readingTop 10 Flexible Working Arrangements
The Flexible Working movement is definitely on the rise and it’s about time too. For some, flexible working is nothing more than starting work earlier or later but for others, it’s the integral piece that allows them to manage their home and work lives. As an employer, it’s key to recognise that flexible working isn’t a “one size fits...
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