Flexible Work Options for Parents
Some mothers may not have the opportunity to work exclusively at home, but there are positions that offer flexibility that some parents are looking for while caring for their children.
Nursing is one option that some mothers have selected. I have known several mothers that have been in healthcare and have worked a schedule that allows them to have the opportunity to be with the kids more. One mom began working just one 12 hour shift at night when her son was young. She later transitioned to working full-time in a hospital as her son became older and was school age. With the 12 hour shifts, you will need some to help with the kids on days that you do work. Nurses are not the only ones that have the option of working these flexible times. There are also physicians that are able to work pa...