
Why Moms Face a Pay Penalty — and What to Do About It
NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast
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The Pay Gap Between Mothers and Fathers
The most significant increase in the pay gap happens around age 35 to 44. Beyond that, it pretty much stays steady. This data isn't even factoring in same-sex households. Women with kids at home earn less than women without kids at home. And here's where the fatherhood bonus comes into play.
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