Scholarships 4 Moms Blog

Many jobs offer employees work schedules that help them achieve a good work-life balance, but there are certain fields that mothers tend to gravitate toward for this reason - teaching and nursing, in particular.
Finding a family-friendly job can be a challenge, especially in certain industries. Long hours, frequent business trips and an inconsistent schedule can make working difficult for moms in some jobs.…

A new study has found that ambitious people who achieve their goals are happier than those who don't set and reach goals for themselves.
Researchers from the Franklin Schurz Chair of Management at the University of Notre Dame and the Warrington College of Business at the University of Florida looked at data that was collected over a period of 70 years, beginning in 1922.…

The results of a new study may give some working moms a reason to finally make a move to pursue their dream of going to college to pursue a bachelor's degree.
Researchers from Finland found that women who are unsatisfied with their jobs and who are experiencing occupational burnout are more likely to have a habit of "emotional" eating than those who are satisfied with their jobs.…

Securing a fulfilling, enjoyable and profitable job after graduation is the ultimate goal of many moms who are pursuing a college degree.
But finding the right employer can be challenging. After all, most moms want to work for a company that values their input and accomplishments, and offers them a promising career path.
The National Association for Female Executives (NAFE) recently released its annual list of the top companies for executive women.…

Balancing the demands of going to school with raising a family can be stressful.
While some people thrive on a little bit of stress to keep them performing their best, others suffer effects such as insomnia, difficulty concentrating and mood swings. Others may suffer from health problems such as a lower resistance to illnesses like the common cold and other viruses as well as high blood pressure.…

There's no doubt that the decision to re-enter the working world can be a difficult one for mothers, whether their children are babies or older.
While one of the biggest reasons many women decide to go back to work is financial, studies show that moms often make less than other workers. Government data finds that women make 81 cents for every dollar their male peers make.…

A recent report by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals that the salary gap between male and female workers still exists. The study found that female workers make 81 cents for every dollar their male counterparts make.
While it's certainly not fair, many women have come to accept the inequality in salaries. However, a new study conducted by researchers at the University of New Mexico has revealed that a different type of wage gap exists as well - this one between working moms and their childless female counterparts.…

Whether you're going to school or working outside of the home part-time or full-time, juggling the demands of getting an education or having a job with raising a family causes many moms to have feelings of guilt.
According to a recent study conducted by the Working Mother Research Institute, this so-called mommy guilt is anything but uncommon.
"We find that guilt and worry are universal conditions for moms," said Carol Evans, President of Working Mother Media.…

Winter is almost over and for many people that means spring cleaning time is just around the corner.
While this time of year is traditionally spent deep-cleaning the home, some people actually end up tackling the jobs they simply don't get to on a regular basis. Chores such as washing the windows, dusting the light fixtures, cleaning the oven and laundering curtains simply get neglected most of the time due to our families' busy schedules.…

While many people choose a college based on its reputation or whether or not it offers their major, some cost-conscious students may pick which college or university they attend based on the average time it takes students to earn a degree.
Why? Anyone who is considering pursuing their dream of becoming a college graduate knows that getting an education isn't cheap in this day and age.…