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Editorial Note: Path Forward recently contacted me about several returnship opportunities at a pharmaceutical company. These opportunities reminded me of the article that Michelle shared on our Facebook page about a program helping people in STEM fields return to work after a career break. Therefore, I invited Path Forward to share a guest post. Here, they highlight the mission of the organization and describe currently open positions. Please share this with your network.

Path Forward is a non-profit that helps women who are pharma professionals return to work after a career break.
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For five years, I commuted by car over an hour each way out of Philadelphia to my workplace in the suburbs. For four of those years, I commuted with my infant/toddler son so that he could attend the company's affiliated daycare. Here are tips that helped me manage and survive that long commute with a child.

Car commute with a child, view of dashboard against the sunset hitting the road.
A long commute can be stressful. Having a child in the backseat multiplies the stress.
Photo by Luigi Manga on Unsplash
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Are you a mom who has taken a career break but are now looking to return to work? The prospect of returning to work can feel daunting. Many moms in your shoes may not know where to begin, worry that their skills are outdated, and struggle with how to address the gap in their resumes. These concerns are valid, but they are not insurmountable. With the right preparation and planning, you can find a role that fits.

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I typically think of my life so far as two different lives: one life before child and a completely different life after child. The person I was before child could do it all. I could have it all. I was invincible. I had all the time in the world. Now, I am living a different life.

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Childcare can be a very emotional decision. All parents want the best care for their child(ren). Solid, dependable childcare is required so that you are able to work and provide for your family.

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