The fascination with Sarah Palin comes not only from her unexpected rise, but also from the fact that she is a mother of five, with one child under a year old. While Palin seeks the vice presidency, one of the most demanding jobs on Earth, more than 40 million American moms also balance jobs with motherhood. Do working moms have the best of both worlds, or are they potentially neglecting their children's best interests?
Co-founder, workitmom.com
Working moms provide incomes and benefits for their families that enable them to live healthy and secure lives. While the numerous stories in the media about moms opting out of the workforce could lead us to believe that most moms have this choice, a second income is necessary for most American families.
Without the mom working millions of families would not have enough money for basics, like food, as well as for things that enrich the kids' lives, like family vacations, kids' activities and additional educational opportunities, cultural activities as a family. More than a quarter of women in the US (many of whom are mothers) are the main breadwinners for their families, which means their work and income is critical to the family's well-being, health, and the kids' development.
The income and benefits, like health and dental insurance, that working moms provide for their families creates a secure and less stressful home environment, which benefits the children as they grow and develop.
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