Working parents | Human Resources

Support for you and your family

Working parents network

Connect with other parents, share tips and ask questions at our meetings and more.

Consult with a working parent expert

Balancing parenting and work can be tough. You are not alone. Consult with a working parent expert.

Benefits for your entire family

Insurance

Educational savings plan

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition assistance

Counseling with a therapist

Welcoming a new child

New parents checklist

Discover tips on work transitions, leave, benefits, day care and more support.

Parental leave

Learn how long you can take two weeks of paid parental leave, plus use other accrued leaves to cover up to 12 weeks away.

Breastfeeding and lactation needs

Know that we provide lactation locations, flexible breaks and insurance-covered pumps.

FOR PREGNANCY Work accommodations

If you’re experiencing a pregnancy-related disability or limitation at work, please request accommodation with our Office of Equal Opportunity. You are protected from discrimination.

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Planning for child care

Child care resources

Finding the right child care option for will always be one of the most important decisions you make.

Family resource directory

Activities and services for UK employees and their families.

2024 summer camps directory

See an overview of several summer camps in the region.

Sitter referrals for kids and pets

Connect with a UK student who helps with occasional caregiving for kids and pets.

News

January 27, 2016

Choosing a quality child care program

This information has been updated. Find top rated child care Child care referrals with UK's ChildCare Aware Finding care for your child is an important decision, and one to consider well in advance of your child's arrival. Overall, a great child care provider or center has:

July 18, 2014

Finding breastfeeding support

Use these available resources to find the support for breastfeeding and lactation you need.

July 18, 2013

Breastfeeding support from UK HealthCare

Mommy and Me Breastfeeding Clinic This clinic is a free service available to all moms who would like to breastfeed and are interested in having a breastfeeding assessment performed by Kentucky Children's Hospital providers. During your visit, the baby will be weighed and examined and a physician and lactation consultant will work with the new mom to develop a plan to meet her breastfeeding needs. For appointments, please call 859-323-6211