Theoretically it shouldn’t impact her career. In practice it’s rare that it wouldn’t, especially if she’s hesitant to even discuss it with HR. That said, the career sacrifice is something she’ll need to decide; some women think it’s worth it. She may also face the same career growth limitations just from being a mother and taking parental leave.
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Theoretically it shouldn’t impact her career. In practice it’s rare that it wouldn’t, especially if she’s hesitant to even discuss it with HR. That said, the career sacrifice is something she’ll need to decide; some women think it’s worth it. She may also face the same career growth limitations just from being a mother and taking parental leave.