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How have working mums been affected by coronavirus?
It was a long six months of balancing remote working, home-schooling and childcare. So, how did this time of isolation affected working mums adversely?

Working from home advice: Is it really this hard?
Working remotely is supposed to give us the freedom to spend more time with our families, right? Well, yes, it does. But not during a pandemic!

How to cope with anxiety during lockdown
Huge numbers of us experienced high levels of anxiety thanks to Coronavirus and the decision to put the UK into lockdown... I share some of the ‘tricks’ I use to support my mental health.

Why we shouldn't be scared to choose flexible hours
Could flexible working help you get a better work/life balance? Now's the time to ask why more of us aren't able to introduce this into our working lives.
Could flexible working help you get a better work/life balance? Now's the time to ask why more of us aren't able to introduce this into our working lives.

Behind the smiles: Maternal Mental Health on BBC 5 Live
I've just stepped out of 5 Live's 'Mum Takeover' - a wonderful event that saw parents with all levels of experience talking about life with children and agreeing that Mum Guilt is a universal problem.

The importance of being rested: Taking time out before my job search
After I was made redundant, the days seemed to pass in a blur. My moods seemed to swing from anger to despair, exaggerated I'm sure by the hormones racing round my 11 week pregnant body.

If recruiters could read my mind: The Honest CV
Dear Recruiter: I'm writing to you today to apply for the role you advertised on the job site I spend most of my waking day glued to.

Redundancy and the toughest day of my life
The hardest thing about being made redundant is the feeling of having absolutely no control over what is happening to you.
Redundancy and the toughest day of my life
The hardest thing about being made redundant is the feeling of having absolutely no control over what is happening to you.
About me
My name's Amy and I'm a Social Media Consultant with a two-year-old son, Harry.
This blog is all about how flexible working and part-time hours have made a difference to my life, I hope it will inspire others to follow suit - whether it be you or your employees who want to give it a try. If you'd like to find out more or contact me, please click here to view my 'About' page. |