Motherhood Penalty Explained: Why American Mothers Earn Less

The motherhood penalty isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a measurable driver of long-term financial inequality in the United States. Each year a woman becomes a mother, her earnings trajectory shifts, often permanently. In a labor market already shaped by gender gaps, motherhood adds a compounding cost that affects pay, promotions, and lifetime wealth.Mothers in the …

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