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Author:   Victoria Gordon (Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, USA) ,  Beth M. Rauhaus
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Edition:   2nd edition
Weight:   0.610kg
ISBN:  

9780367180416

ISBN 10:   0367180413
Pages:   332
Publication Date:   26 November 2019
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

List of Figures List of Tables Preface Acknowledgments The Authors Chapter 1 Introduction: What Have We Done to Our Daughters? Maternity Leave—An Unresolved Conversation? Are Maternity Leave Expectations and Realities Mismatched? References Chapter 2 Work–Life Balance Defining and Refining Work–Life Balance The Benefits to Organizations with Work–Life Balance Policies Work–Life Balance Employee Benefits for a Diverse Workforce References Chapter 3 Background: Understanding the Legislative Intent and Symbolism of Public Policies In the Beginning: The Pregnancy Discrimination Act The Tax Code and Child Care and Child Tax Credits The Promises and Problems of the Family and Medical Leave Act The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act The Economic, Social, and Symbolic Implications of Maternity Leave Policies Appendix References Chapter 4 The Evolution and Devolution of Maternity Leave as an Employee Benefit Trends in Birthrates, Fertility Rates, Employment Patterns, and Use of Maternity Leave Benefits Types of Maternity Leave Taken—Paid and Unpaid Types of Paternity and Parental Leave Policies Examples of Maternity Leave Policies Antenatal Leave and Short-Term Disability Leave No Leave and Permanent Exit from the Workplace References Chapter 5 Women’s Health Care and the Workplace Health Insurance for Women of Childbearing Age Fertility Issues Intended and Unintended Pregnancies Pregnancy and Work Pregnancy and Factors Impacting Infant Mortality Delivery, Maternal Mortality, and Morbidity Maternity Leave and Infant Mortality Mother’s Return to Work and Breast-Feeding Well-Baby Doctor Visits Postpartum Issues Optimal Length of Maternity Leave The Baby’s Perspective The Need for a Holistic Approach to Women’s Health References Chapter 6 Research Approach The Methodology: Why Qualitative Research? Analysis of the Interviews Study Limitations The Participants: Who Are These Women? Description of the In-Depth Interview Questions References Chapter 7 The Interviews: Profiles of Women and Their Perceptions and Experiences Employees of Public Universities Employees of Private Universities Employees of the Pharmaceutical Industry References Chapter 8 The Themes: How Women Cope with the Myths and Realities of Maternity Leave Inconsistencies in Administration of Maternity Leave Policies It Is All in the Timing Transition Back to Work Child Care Breast-Feeding, Pumping, and the Workplace Unmet Needs and Professional Concerns Chapter 9 The Other Voices Students Who Are Mothers: Is It Better to Have Children at a Younger Age? Fathers Who Utilized Paternity Leave Challenges Faced by Same-Sex Couples Who Decide to Become Parents Women Who Decided Not to Have Children Unsupportive Versus Supportive Colleagues—The Stereotypes and Biases Administrative Views—Rules Versus Discretion Appendix References Chapter 10 An International Comparison—The Other Kingdoms What Maternity Leave, Paternity Leave, and Parental Leave Benefits Are Offered in Other Countries? Why Is the United States Lagging behind Other Countries in Providing Maternity Leave Benefits? References Chapter 11 Progress: Baby Steps Federal Maternity Leave Policy State Maternity Leave Policies Paid Leave in the States Unpaid and Partially Paid Leave in the States Local Government Maternity Leave Policies Private Sector Maternity Leave Policies and Best Practices References Chapter 12 Conclusion: Can the Fairy Tale Be Realized or Should It Be Rewritten? What Are the Obstacles to a Happy Ending for Our Daughters? What Can We Reasonably Expect to Change within Our Organizations? What Is Best for Society? Restoring the Fairy Tale Appendix References Index

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Addressing a gap in the public administration literature, Maternity Leave, Second Edition is very well researched and covers a lot of ground, from work-life balance, legislation related to pregnancy and maternity leave, birthrates, fertility rates, women's health, comparing international parental leave policies, to presenting in-depth profiles of women who have confronted challenges while utilizing maternity leave. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the topic of maternity leave. -Meghna Sabharwal, University of Texas at Dallas, USA Gordon and Rauhaus provide a truly comprehensive approach to the study of maternity leave. This book is a must read, not only for scholars and policy makers, but anyone interested in-or affected by-pregnancy and maternity leave policies. -Mary McThomas, University of California, Irvine, USA This edition delivers a truly definitive exploration of maternity leave. Looking back and leaning forward, this book leaves no corner unexamined. Personnel administrators, those who teach, or simply those interested in understanding parental leave for personal use will appreciate Gordon and Rauhaus's depth and insights. -Hillary J. Knepper, Pace University, New York, USA Victoria Gordon and Beth M. Rauhaus's insight and discoveries are eye-opening. Their ideas and solutions can help break the glass ceiling, support modern families, and boost the economy. I hope every executive manager and policy maker reads it and, in turn, creates the change we need. -Elena Donovan Mauer, Parenting Writer and Editor, New York, USA

Addressing a gap in the public administration literature, Maternity Leave, Second Edition is very well researched and covers a lot of ground, from work-life balance, legislation related to pregnancy and maternity leave, birthrates, fertility rates, women's health, comparing international parental leave policies, to presenting in-depth profiles of women who have confronted challenges while utilizing maternity leave. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the topic of maternity leave. -Meghna Sabharwal, University of Texas at Dallas, USA Gordon and Rauhaus provide a truly comprehensive approach to the study of maternity leave. This book is a must read, not only for scholars and policy makers, but anyone interested in-or affected by-pregnancy and maternity leave policies. -Mary McThomas, University of California, Irvine, USA This edition delivers a truly definitive exploration of maternity leave. Looking back and leaning forward, this book leaves no corner unexamined. Personnel administrators, those who teach, or simply those interested in understanding parental leave for personal use will appreciate Gordon and Rauhaus's depth and insights. -Hillary J. Knepper, Pace University, New York, USA Victoria Gordon and Beth M. Rauhaus's insight and discoveries are eye-opening. Their ideas and solutions can help break the glass ceiling, support modern families, and boost the economy. I hope every executive manager and policy maker reads it and, in turn, creates the change we need. -Elena Donovan Mauer, Parenting Writer and Editor, New York, USA

The United States is among the only advanced nations in the world that does not mandate paid maternity leave to its employers. Addressing a gap in the public administration literature, Maternity Leave, Second Edition is very well researched and covers a lot of ground from work-life balance, legislation related to pregnancy and maternity leave, birthrates, fertility rates, women's health, comparing international parental leave policies, to presenting in-depth profiles of women who have confronted challenges while utilizing maternity leave. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the topic of maternity leave. - Meghna Sabharwal, University of Texas at Dallas, USA Gordon and Rauhaus provide a truly comprehensive approach to the study of maternity leave. They bring together a broad array of data and perspectives to provide a holistic view. This book is a must read, not only for scholars and policy makers, but anyone interested in - or affected by - pregnancy and maternity leave policies. - Mary McThomas, University of California, Irvine, USA This edition delivers a truly definitive exploration of maternity leave. Looking back and leaning forward, this book leaves no corner unexamined. Personnel administrators, those who teach, or simply those interested in understanding parental leave for personal use will appreciate Gordon and Rauhaus's depth and insights. - Hillary J. Knepper, Pace University, New York, USA Victoria Gordon and Beth Rauhaus's insight and discoveries are eye-opening. Their ideas and solutions can help break the glass ceiling, support modern families, and boost the economy. I hope every executive manager and policy maker reads it and, in turn, creates the change we need. - Elena Donovan Mauer, Parenting Writer and Editor, New York, USA

The United States is among the only advanced nations in the world that does not mandate paid maternity leave to its employers. Addressing a gap in the public administration literature, Maternity Leave, Second Edition is very well researched and covers a lot of ground from work-life balance, legislation related to pregnancy and maternity leave, birthrates, fertility rates, women's health, comparing international parental leave policies, to presenting in-depth profiles of women who have confronted challenges while utilizing maternity leave. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the topic of maternity leave. -Meghna Sabharwal, University of Texas at Dallas, USA Gordon and Rauhaus provide a truly comprehensive approach to the study of maternity leave. They bring together a broad array of data and perspectives to provide a holistic view. This book is a must read, not only for scholars and policy makers, but anyone interested in-or affected by-pregnancy and maternity leave policies. -Mary McThomas, University of California, Irvine, USA This edition delivers a truly definitive exploration of maternity leave. Looking back and leaning forward, this book leaves no corner unexamined. Personnel administrators, those who teach, or simply those interested in understanding parental leave for personal use will appreciate Gordon and Rauhaus's depth and insights. -Hillary J. Knepper, Pace University, New York, USA Victoria Gordon and Beth M. Rauhaus's insight and discoveries are eye-opening. Their ideas and solutions can help break the glass ceiling, support modern families, and boost the economy. I hope every executive manager and policy maker reads it and, in turn, creates the change we need. -Elena Donovan Mauer, Parenting Writer and Editor, New York, USA

Author Information

Victoria Gordon is a professor in the Department of Political Science MPA program at Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green. She earned her doctor of public administration degree from the University of Illinois-Springfield. Her areas of research interest include municipal finance and human resources management. Beth M. Rauhaus is an assistant professor of public administration and the MPA Program Coordinator in the Department of Social Sciences at Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi. She holds a PhD in public administration and policy from Mississippi State University. Much of her research explores gender representation and diversity in the public sector.

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