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. 2021 Jul 3;63(1):e12248. doi: 10.1002/1348-9585.12248

TABLE 1.

Selected focus group topics, questions, and probes

Program benefits

What ways do you think Purdue University could benefit from an Infant at Work program?

Probe: What are some ways you think these could be addressed to improve employer interest and support?

How would an Infant at Work program allow you and your family to have greater financial stability?

Program concerns

Please share any concerns you may have about bringing your infant to work. What may be causing these concerns?

Probe: How might it affect your productivity? Why?

Probe: Would you be concerned about your infant disturbing your coworkers?

Probe: How might bringing your infant to work with you be overwhelming?

Would you be comfortable bringing your infant to work with you? Why or why not?

Program possibilities

If you had a meeting to attend, how comfortable would you be with leaving your infant in the care of a coworker while you attend the meeting? Why?

How would an Infant at Work program affect your decision to return to work?

Probe: Would an Infant at Work program allow you to return to work sooner? Why or why not?

Probe: How might it affect your ability to advance your career? Reach career goals? Achieve work/life balance?

Do you think an Infant at Work program would provide a platform for you to talk about parenting with others in your workplace?