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The exodus of women from the workforce isn't a newsflash, but the "Mommy Tax" and the skyrocketing cost of after-school programs for school-age children are fueling this exodus at an alarming rate. This phenomenon encapsulates the income loss and career stagnation faced by mothers; a challenge that has been further amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic. The result being a massive reduction of women's participation in the labor force equaling levels not seen since the 1980's (Bureau of Labor Statistics). Addressing this issue is not just a matter of fairness but also economic necessity.
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