[KeriForsythe]

We've all heard about the gender gap. But, now there's a new wage discrepancy in town - and this time it's one-sided. According to a recent study, women with children are less desirable to companies than their childless counterparts. Read on to learn what this means for working mothers nationwide, and how to avoid the "mommy trap."
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[sabrinafaire]

I doubt this study highly. It's not been my experience at all. And I'm childFREE (there is a difference!) and it hasn't helped me find a job in this market. Further, why isn't there a poll option that is "Not now, and definitely never!"

[JudyR]

Twenty two years after my son was born it saddens me that this is still seen as a women's issue instead of a people issue. Who looks after the children is still viewed as the mother's problem, not the father's - why? Whether the responsibility falls to one parent or the other, or is shared by both, the reality is that somebody's career has to give a little if the child/children are going to receive the attention they need. It's good to see that some companies are starting to recognize that it's in their interest to have a family-friendly culture - we just need for this to become mainstream. However I fear that not much progress will be made until the economy recovers.

[Traceymari]

I dont necessarily agree w/ this study. At my place of employment, working mothers are often more desired b/c it shows their level of commitment to family.
It can be unfair as I have found in the past that parent w/ children responsibilites during the working day are excused and offerend more leeway rather than those who dont have children. That's not fair.