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Go for It!

9 Reasons Why Now Is a Great Time to Have a Baby

By Katherine Bontrager

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"Women have so many options today," she says. "You are respected if you stay home full time or if you choose to work full time. I don't feel trapped by either role, and that is very freeing. Now moms can choose what is best for them and their families."

Proof that being a mother and a career woman has become a commonly-accepted combination is found throughout the business world. D'Amico says that more employers are offering flexible hours, the ability to work from home, and job sharing is gaining in popularity.

"Employers see there is a bottom line value in providing basic assistance with common challenges employees face, such as family leave for both parents, daycare or flex-time," she says. "All of these things make it easier to be a mom and work full time."

7. The Internet Brings the World to You
The Internet offers effortless shopping, a library of information and a forum for support. Such offerings are a boon to new moms and dads, relieving stress, fear or a day's worth of shopping with only a few clicks.

"The Internet has put the world at your fingertips, and for a busy mom that is a huge benefit," D'Amico says. "I don't have time to go shopping and drag my kids all over the mall. So now I just jump on the Internet and find what I need after the kids have gone to bed."

The Internet houses a bevy of information on health and trends. It serves as an outlet for nervous parents and offers advice, online support groups and postings filled with advice.

8. A Child-Friendly Culture
With just a cursory glance, one can find strollers for rent at shopping malls, changing station in public restrooms, high chairs at restaurants, kids corners in stores and designated parking spaces for moms-to-be.


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