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To the ambitious, exhausted mamas out there—it’s worth it

I owe it to my son to be a good example of problem-solving and pushing forward to achieve my dreams.

Updated Jan. 11, 2019

8 ways minimalist moms have this whole working thing figured out

Discover how minimalist moms balance work and family life effortlessly with these 8 practical tips for busy parents.

Updated Mar. 28, 2025

Can I be honest? Sometimes, I envy other moms

An open letter from both sides.

Updated Sep. 17, 2018

Male doctor says female colleagues earn less because they ‘don’t work as hard’

This kind of prejudice against women holds us *all* back.

Updated Sep. 06, 2018

10 reasons you need a side hustle, mama

6. It can be good for your mental health.

Updated Sep. 04, 2018

55 skills that can be turned into a side hustle

This resulting list is hopefully just a starting point—take a look!

Updated Aug. 24, 2018
woman working at a desk

As a working mom, one day I asked myself: Is this really what I want to be doing?

For me, work gives me something of my own. Something to separate me from being Henry and Simon's mom and Logan's wife.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022
dad working on a laptop and kissing daughter on the head

Working dads have guilt, too

I feel as though I am often just as compromised as my working wife feels. It's frustrating for the both of us.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022
Child laying down next woman on laptop

I had a wakeup call when my kids said ‘work’ was my favorite thing to do

Something clearly needed to change. 

Updated Jan. 15, 2022
woman standing and holding toddler by desk

This mom was the best candidate for the job, regardless of her career gap

Mike Podesto shared exactly why on LinkedIn.

Updated Jan. 13, 2022

Mom life isn’t what I thought it would be—but I wouldn’t trade it for the world

I am living the life that I am meant to be living.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Fergie

Fergie on working mom guilt and dealing with ‘mommy shaming’ is ALL of us

“I remember going to the studio the first couple of times and sobbing in the car. It was the weirdest thing ever.”

Updated Jan. 15, 2022

How to be a mom, run a business, and actually have fun, too

Meet Stephanie Lee and Kristin Reichert, and listen to their secrets to living the life you deserve.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

My mornings are hectic—and other confessions from a working mom

Why can’t we talk about what it’s really like?

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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