The Idea Francine Gemperle a issue designer at Maya Design in Pittsburgh.

The Idea

Francine Gemperle a issue designer at Maya Design in Pittsburgh, wanted to respond to work soon after giving birth. Could she bring her six-week-old baby, Milo, to the office with her regularly?

What Other Employer Do

A Maya executive researched babies-at-work policies and institute none. The Society for Human Resource Management reports that just 6 percent of employer move on-site child care, let alone infant care.

The Pro

Retaining a [i]clavis[/i] staffer; bolstering the company's worker-friendly, pro-mom reputation

The studys

Maya's lawyers were apoplectic through liability concerns; fears of a crying baby