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Work & Motherhood

The choices can feel overwhelming, but remember – you’re not alone. Get fresh inspiration and perspective with advice from real mamas.

Mothers still don’t hold the top jobs in the U.S. It’s time for change.

In the U.S., just 1/10 of the most powerful leaders are women with children. Yet 8/10 top jobs are held by fathers.

The 5 mamas you need in your thrive tribe

The 5 mamas you need in your thrive tribe

One of the best ways help work through the emotions of working motherhood is to assemble your “Thrive Tribe.”

How to Talk to Your Baby about Working

3 tips for starting the conversation about being a working mom.

Stay at home? Go to work? Why it’s my career, my child—and my choice

“The question boils down to this: Which option will help me be the best mama I can be for my baby?”

How mom of four Raegan Moya-Jones built aden + anais into a global empire

Motherly means strength. There is something about becoming a mother that brings out strength you never knew you had…because you’re gonna need it. 

The work-life balance that works for me? Working with family.

This work arrangement is not perfect, but it’s been the greatest opportunity I’ve ever had.

Meet 4 inspiring moms whose careers blossomed after babies

“I’ve honed a relentless focus on results and a healthy distaste for inefficiency.” ?

Working motherhood doesn’t have to mean saying ‘I’m sorry’

“You certainly don’t need to apologize for birthing and raising a little human.”

Working motherhood is hard. That’s also what makes it meaningful.

I have learned that my life is much more meaningful when I say yes to hard work with intention and purpose.

This CEO mama is working to create incredible job opportunities for new moms

Whether on maternity leave, looking to dip your toes in a project, or ready to dive into a new career move STAT.

How this healthy mama + CEO is keeping you safe during pregnancy and beyond

Founder + CEO of healthy mama chats with us about creating safe and effective products for pregnant and nursing mamas.

How I found meaning in the mundane work of new motherhood

I want my son to feel loved. That I care deeply about providing for him. Not that he’s a burden—even at 2 am.

How one stay-at-home mom turned a baby clothing idea into an incredible business

“Other moms were in the same boat in terms of being over the snaps” on baby clothes. A business is born. 

Are you interviewing at a family-friendly company? Here are 5 ways to tell.

#5—Use free tools like Fairygodboss which allows you to read about experiences from women at thousands of companies.

This mom and startup CEO is creating the Uber for baby goods

Sarah is working hard to balance family and her growing business allowing families to borrow high quality baby gear.

How to tell your boss you’re pregnant

Here’s the Plan’s author helps you take control of the office discussion.

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