Maternal Health in the Workplace

About This Project

Summary

There are more mothers of young children in the workforce now than pre-pandemic. While this progress is promising, women in the workforce continue to face significant challenges throughout their pregnancy and postpartum journeys. To better understand the full impact of the pregnancy journey on mothers in the workplace, Carrot commissioned a survey of nearly 1,300 women. The results highlight specific obstacles mothers face and the need for more comprehensive maternal health support at work.

Goals & Objectives

The goal of this project was to (1) spotlight the many challenges women encounter throughout their pregnancy, postpartum, and return-to-work experiences; (2) explore racial disparities in maternal health; and (3) reinforce the need for workplace support.

Results & Impact

The vast majority of working mothers (84%) agree that more pregnancy, postpartum, and return-to-work support would make them more likely to stay at their company. 79% state pregnancy-related benefits are important when assessing future job opportunities, and 57% emphasize they're very important.