With the cost of childcare rising faster than many family's incomes, the decision about whether to return to work after the birth of a child is becoming increasingly difficult and many mothers are now thinking twice about going back to work.
One firm in Tamworth, Staffordshire, is so determined to hang on to their valued staff that it has been holding trial days where babies and toddlers come into the office while their parents work.
Jim Venables, managing director of Officebroker.com, said:
''We find it difficult to replace mothers who are taking maternity leave, as well as those who choose not to come back to work."
"It's a real problem for us and I am sure for thousands of other companies across the UK. So looking into alternatives or ways to support parents is always high on our agenda."
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