Research perspectives on work and the transition to motherhood / Christiane Spitzmueller, Russell A. Matthews, editors.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Spitzmueller, Christiane, editor.

Matthews, Russell A., editor.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Working mothers.

Women employees.

Work and family.

Physical Description:

x, 294 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm

Place of Publication:

[Cham] Switzerland : Springer, [2016]

Summary:

"This book examines the intricate challenges faced by women and families during the transition to motherhood. It presents unique theoretical and methodological approaches to studying women's transition from being employees to working mothers. Its focus is on the impact of work on the transition to motherhood, and the impact of motherhood on women's working arrangements, work attitudes, work experiences and perspectives. Special attention is given to intervention research that can enhance the health and well-being of mothers and employers as they reconcile demands of the family-work interface. Integrating theoretical framework development and methodological considerations, this book provides an in-depth introduction to the topic. It brings together researchers and experts on the work-family interface, on workplace discrimination during pregnancy and early motherhood, and well-being"--Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Work and the Transition to Motherhood: Introduction

Understanding and Overcoming Challenges Faced by Working Mothers: A Theoretical and Empirical Review

Identity and the Transition to Motherhood: Navigating Existing, Temporary, and Anticipatory Identities

Marissa Mayer: An Analysis of Media Reaction to a Pregnant CEO

The Inevitable Stigma for Childbearing-Aged Women in the Workplace: Five Perspectives on the Pregnancy-Work Intersection

Stay at Home or Go Back to Work? Antecedents and Consequences of Mothers' Return to Work After Childbirth

Parental Leave and Return to Work

Global Maternity Benefits and Their Impact on Maternal and Child Well-Being

Maternal Employment and Child Health: Conceptual and Empirical Foundations for Work and Family "Weaving Strategies"

Employed Mother Stereotypes and Linkages to Work-Family Conflict and Enrichment

Lactation and the Working Woman: Understanding the Role of Organizational Factors, Lactation Support, and Legal Policy in Promoting Breastfeeding Success

The Importance and Impact of Child Care on a Woman's Transition to Motherhood

The Other Half: Views of Fatherhood in the Organization

Future Research Directions on Work and the Transition to Motherhood.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references.

ISBN:

9783319411194

3319411195

OCLC:

960818619