Reports show that the number of female employees who take maternity leaves in the U.S. has not changed at all in the past 22 years. Despite expectations that the number will increase, it has been stagnant for the last two decades.

In U.S., according to the law passed in 1993, the Family and Medical Leave Act, women are allowed to take 12 weeks of paid maternity leaves.

However, for working moms, returning to work can be difficult if the organization they work for does not provide a comfortable and flexible working environment.

If you have female employees who are expecting and plan to continue work afterwards, it’s essential to create an environment where they can strive, without the stress of being unable to take care of their child. Here’s what you can do to make them feel more comfortable:

Educate All Your Employees

One of the best ways to make a new working mother feel comfortable after a maternity leave is to educate employees. When the rest of the company knows how to handle situations and take care of all the things your female staff requires, they will also be able to make them feel more welcomed in the workplace.

Stock Up on Healthy Snacks

Another way to make new working mothers feel more comfortable at work is to provide them with healthy snacks and nutrition. Foods like fruits and juices, as well as specially-prepared meals are a great start.

Another thing you can do is encourage healthy-eating. By educating them about different foods and combinations that help keep energy levels up, without compromising their health. This way, new mothers will be able to make educated decisions about their diet.

Offer Health Care

Nearly three in five people report benefits as one of their top considerations before accepting a job offer. Organizations that offer health care benefits have more chances of retaining employees. Dental and vision is on top of the list of fringe benefits employees expect.

When you offer health coverage to new mothers, you’re helping them tackle costs. You can either offer HAS or FSA policies in your benefits program, depending on the needs of your employees.

If you’re looking for a second opinion and want to learn about ways to engage your employees, it’s best to go with an employee benefits service like Delaware-based JS Benefits Group. Call au at 877-355-6070 for questions and queries!