Motherhood Costs German Women €30k
186,000 mothers' data shows income loss varies by age at first birth.
New estimate exceeds prior by €10k, highlighting motherhood's earnings impact.
Women with children later face steeper income declines due to reduced hours.
Dr Lukas Riedel notes long-term career resumption is easier for later mothers.
Study underscores ongoing financial penalty for motherhood in Germany.
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