Are Working Mothers a Healthier Lot?

An interesting study on the oft debated topic of whether working mothers are better off with regard to health than their unemployed counterparts, has revealed some startling insights.

Compared to moms who work part-time or are unemployed or experience interruptions in their jobs, the moms who work full-time are healthier at age 40.

Working Mothers Cook Fewer Meals: Study
Mothers who work full time are too busy and cook fewer meals and are more likely to serve fast food as meals to their children, says study.

The research found that working full-time gave women a sense of purpose, control and efficiency which adds to their emotional health. Their expertise at work adds to their self-worth and this can go a long way in boosting emotional health.

Concern exists on the ones who are persistently unemployed. The stress caused by work instability, or holding on to a job or finding another one- the highs and lows contribute to ill health, the insight found.

Working Mothers Cannot Manage too Much of 'me Time'
Working mothers are having a tough time balancing home and work , leaving them with just about 40 minutes of 'me time', a recent survey has found.

Source-Medindia

Commuting Stresses Out Most Working Mothers
Commuting to work seems to take up a lot of time for women, leaving them much more stressed out than men.