Had a Baby? 3 Things to Consider When Deciding Whether to Go Back to Work

Had a Baby? 3 Things to Consider When Deciding Whether to Go Back to Work

Back in the day, it used to be that you'd have a baby and leave whatever job you formerly held to raise that child -- at least for the most part. But these days, a growing number of mothers are returning to the workforce after having kids. In fact, almost two-thirds of U.S. moms currently work, according to the Center for American Progress. That's a huge jump from 1970, when only about 25% could say the same.

Still, just because more and more women are returning to work after having children doesn't mean it's the right move for you. Here are a few factors to take under consideration if you're trying to figure out whether it pays to resume the daily grind or take a break.

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