According to the U.S. Census, the number of single mothers increased 25 percent over the last decade - to 7.6 million women nationwide. The portion of these women who are working also grew, from 63 percent to 73 percent.
What is the secret to success for single working moms stretched thin - and for safety in their workplaces? Linda Mason, president and CEO of Bright Horizons Family Solutions, points to three main pillars: "a partner in parenting, a friendly employer and reliable child care."