Working parents are an essential part of the U.S. labor force, and yet companies can vary widely in the support available. But employers who are committed to fostering a family-friendly workplace have a lot in common.
According to the Best Place for Working Parents, approximately 90% or more of businesses that have received their stamp of approval in 2024 have PTO, flexible hours, remote work options, healthcare and nursing benefits, five of the top 10 family-friendly benefits on their list. Eighty-six percent offer health plans for dependents, while 74% have maternity leave and 60% offer paternity leave. Notably, child care assistance and onsite child care sported low adoption rates among winning companies, at 18% and 12%, respectively.
