Why You Should Consider Putting ‘Mother’ on Your Resume

In the past, career experts have recommended leaving any mention of – or hints at – motherhood, off your resume. It’s illegal to base hiring decisions on someone’s parental or marital status, according to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), therefore, there’s no reason to ask questions about it during the job interview. Job candidates have also been advised by career experts not to volunteer the information, either. It’s difficult to prove discrimination when it comes to hiring, since so many factors come into play when someone is chosen for a job, so it’s better to omit any information that could lead to bias.