Inside: Here are the best science-backed strategies for working from home with kids so that you can keep your kids busy + happy while you get your work done. In theory, working from home should be less stressful than commuting to the office every day. Because you can wear your pajamas, co-workers won’t drop into…
Inside: This is to you, the working mom who leaves your home every day to support your family. But first, a caveat: This is not intended to discount the experience and daily challenges of moms in other situations or even of dads. Parenthood is parenthood, no matter the circumstances. But in reflecting on my past,…
Inside: Research shows paternity leave is good for babies, moms, and dads. But why aren’t new dads taking advantage of the paid parental leave available to them? The topic of paternity leave has made the news more than usual lately. A few highlights: Dads who take two or more weeks off after their child is…
Inside: Your kid’s arms and legs are glued to you. They scream your name. And the tears! Here’s one answer to coping with working mom guilt after daycare drop-off. My youngest daughter is almost 2 years old, and she’s never been to daycare. Until last week. We’ve always had a bit of a hodge-podge childcare…
Inside: When you’re returning to work after maternity leave, breastfeeding at work can be a challenge. Click for 6 secrets to success for breastfeeding and working. A few months ago, a friend who was expecting her second little one asked me to write a post on how to keep breastfeeding when you’re returning to work…
Inside: Returning to work after maternity leave? Here are some less obvious details to consider for your back-to-work checklist. I met a friend for afternoon tea this week. We chatted for an hour and a half about life with a newborn plus an older kid, our plans for going back to work, and if we…