Working parents, managing your time

Managing both a career and a new addition to the family can be hard work. As a new parent, you’ll need to find out about your workplace rights and make decisions about childcare, as well as thinking about how to manage your time effectively. If you are newly pregnant, you probably have plenty of questions about maternity leave or taking time off for antenatal appointments.

gurgle’s guide for pregnant or working parents looks at the logistics of employing nannies and au pairs, offers advice on how to spot a good nursery and childminder and takes you step-by-step through your entitlements and rights at work.