(Faithwire) Since COVID-19 initially slammed the economy, we’re now seeing a recovery; with stronger than expected job growth, falling unemployment rates, and even payroll increases. However, the latest numbers also reveal more working mothers being forced to choose between careers and their children.
Some of the earliest jobs lost to the pandemic came in restaurants, salons, hotels and retail – all industries dominated by women. Then, as the economy began to re-open, many schools remained closed, keeping students home to learn virtually and forcing parents to make it work.