'Welcome back to work' baby bonuses: Good for business?

A ground-breaking Australian company offers women who opt to return from maternity leave double pay for six weeks — claiming it's cheaper than replacing them

It can be hard for any new mom to leave her child five days a week, but one Australian company is giving a hey financial incentive to return to the workplace.
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For many new moms, returning to a job after maternity leave can play havoc with their emotions. But now, an Australian company has introduced a policy designed to make the decision a little easier: "Welcome back to work" bonuses. Is it good business to lure new moms back to the workplace with financial incentives? Here, a brief guide:

How much do these new mothers get?

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