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Young mothers are not hired simply because they have small children; they are surrounded by stereotypes like "all women get stupid on maternity leave"; and worst of all, they themselves are sure: motherhood has a detrimental effect on the mind. But is it? Modern research claims that motherhood makes us smarter. When we communicate with a baby, we develop ingenuity, subtle perception and emotional intelligence, we gain the skills of a negotiator, organizer and manager. It is much easier to convince business partners to sign an expensive contract than to persuade a toddler to wear a jacket according to the weather. Katherine Ellison offers a new perspective on motherhood, talks about the powerful benefits of having children, and gives tips on how to improve your abilities while on maternity leave.