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When an employee goes on maternity leave, it can cause chaos around the office, as other employees have to pick up the extra workload. Businesses can help offset some of this extra work by hiring temporary help, delegating tasks amongst employees, contracting a virtual assistant, allowing flexible working hours and schedules, and offering telecommuting options for mothers on maternity leave who feel comfortable returning to work part-time.

Hire Temporary Help

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