Why Moms Face a Pay Penalty — and What to Do About It
NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast
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The Origins of the Parental Pay Gap
The motherhood penalty is the earnings hit that women take when they become mothers. But for men who become fathers, the data shows that they get a boost in their earnings. This may be because employers are more likely to see fathers as providers. A lot of dads may feel like it's important to step up and work harder once they have a kid.
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