As a family changes in its life cycle, it will bring changes in working patterns to adapt to the structural change. For example, the birth of a child in the family affects their working pattern as the new mother may need to take maternity leave from her full-time job or may need to switch to casual or job-sharing to meet the needs of parenting. Rather than being completely unemployed, parents may still need to work part-time to provide for and support their family needs, especially if they have children. It varies greatly based on what individuals see as their primary needs and priorities throughout their lives. Family-friendly working practices such as part-time and remote working also allow for flexibility in schedules, with some workplaces giving parents time off to adapt to the changes. These specific working patterns reflect on the social and emotional well-being of the individual as they are able to both work and be with their family to experience important milestones in their children's lives, being with friends will have a positive impact on their well-being social. Thus bringing the individual to be in a state of contentment, so will their emotional well-being