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To all the hardworking flex-worker moms out there—I see you

To the mom who feels like she can never turn work off completely, because it’s always sort of lingering in the background or humming through her mind—I see you.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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To the mama doing SO much she feels like she’s failing at everything—I see you

You show up. EVERY. DAY. No one else can do a better job at providing motherly love than you.

Updated Sep. 23, 2022

To the women who took care of my daughter when I couldn’t—thank you

You made it so that I could be a working mom, and for that, I am so grateful.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

First-time dads and moms are getting older—but for different reasons

A new study shows the average age of first-time dads is up more than three years since the 1970s.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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How to go back to work without weaning

Weaning is the process of transitioning from breastfeeding to not breastfeeding at all.

Updated Jan. 15, 2022

Want a good employee? Hire a mom

Instead of the “motherhood penalty,” there should be the motherhood bonus, TBH.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

How to Pack Your Pumping Bag

9 essentials every working, pumping mom needs.

Updated Apr. 26, 2022

Once and for all: Having a working mom doesn’t hurt kids, research shows

The benefits kids receive from working or home-based parents basically equal out.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

I believed daycare would be good, I just didn’t know it could be so great

If only that mama who was so anxious for drop-off two years ago could see us now...

Updated May. 04, 2022
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An honest look at why I work from home

Some families simply need a second income to make ends meet.

Updated Jan. 07, 2022
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Sometimes what you need is a break—even from your own business

It’s OK to build a business that makes you proud. It’s also OK to walk away from it when you need. 

Updated Apr. 25, 2022

Dear America—ALL parents deserve paid leave

And we shouldn’t have to feel guilty for wanting this precious time with our baby. Or selfish for wanting to still get paid during this time.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

I didn’t want to choose between mom life + career life—so I made both work

When work gets busy just in time for baby’s arrival, take a deep breath and remember you’ve got this!

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Dear working moms: You inspire me. Thank you. Love, this stay-at-home mom.

Thank you for showing us that who you were before, although never the same again after children, is important to preserve.

Updated Sep. 20, 2022

How to say no—without fear of disappointing others

Saying “no” doesn’t mean being a jerk. It means respecting your + others’ time.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Reminder: Working from home is still working

Because working from home is definitely, without a doubt, working.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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I was scared working would hurt my kids, but it actually saved us

Because of work, my children thrive, I thrive and we’re able to live the simple, focused life we love.

Updated Jan. 29, 2022

Five Baby Brands Owned by Badass Moms

Necessity is the mother of invention.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

To the women who have lifted me up: Thank you

We all have the power to make another woman feel substantial. Let’s choose to support, inspire + empower each other.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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