No mom is an island. Despite the fact that we are surrounded by children all day, mom-ing can be a lonely task. In the busyness of our daily lives, it’s easy to take our children for granted—running out of the house with only a cursory wave or kiss or picking up our children from school without getting off the phone. The same can…
While mothers today are more likely than ever are to be working, some young women still worry that having children will make it difficult for them to fulfill their career aspirations. Unfortunately that idea can become a self-fulfilling prophecy. But with a few mindset shifts you can find fulfillment without losing your sanity. It’s worth noting that no one ever asks…
Having a baby often comes with some time off from work, but the amount of time off and whether you will be paid vary from employer to employer. This can be an added stressor for many women; however, maternity leave is often is up for negotiation. Consider negotiating maternity leave with your bossby following these steps. Step 1: Understand What Maternity Leave Is…
There’s no denying that working moms are masters at multitasking. But, between changing diapers, setting up playdates and juggling conference calls, today’s career women are struggling to live up to unrealistic work-life balance expectations. Not only are they carpooling, cooking dinner and creating Pinterest-worthy birthday parties. They’re also spending countless hours at the office climbing their way up the corporate ladder. “Expectations are…
Between physical changes, emotional highs and lows, childbirth preparation classes, appointments with practitioners, dietary restrictions, tests and, of course, frequent trips to the bathroom, being pregnant readjusts your priorities. And then there’s work, which somehow has to mesh with the demands of the ever-growing baby inside you. If you’re healthy, experiencing a normal pregnancy without complications and work in a…
If there’s anyone who knows what it’s like to be a working mom, it’s Catherine Reitman. With the release of Workin’ Moms’ second season on Netflix, Reitman, who co-created the show with husband Philip Sternberg, opened up to PEOPLE about her own struggles as a working mother and the inspiration behind her hit show. Before the show’s conception — they’re currently filming…
Spending time with your baby is wonderful. It’s one of the most rewarding and special parts of motherhood. But it’s also important to spend time on YOU, de-stressing and taking care of yourself. And not just running out to get a haircut or to pick up groceries. We’re talking about the bubble bath, getting lost in a new book, and…
In a perfect world, us moms would just clone ourselves. One clone could be at the office; another could be carpooling the kids. But the world’s not perfect and, unfortunately, we just can’t be everywhere at once. Reese Witherspoon knows how it is. The 41-year-old mom of three (daughter Ava, 18, and sons Deacon, 14 and Tennessee, 5) has been balancing a busy…
From going back to work to financial planning (and everything in between), here’s your guide to getting your life under control during your baby’s first year. Delivery day has come and gone, the number of baby visitors has died down, and you’re beginning to get the hang of this baby care thing. Dirty diapers? No problem! Breastfeeding? You’re a pro! Adjusting to a brand-new…
I’ve been one of Nike’s most widely marketed athletes. If I can’t secure maternity protections, who can? In her video above, the Olympian Allyson Felix tells her story around pregnancy and Nike. I’ve always known that expressing myself could hurt my career. I’ve tried not to show emotion, to anticipate what people expect from me and to do it. I…
