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You’re not a bad mama because you work

Here are five ways to help you get through that guilt.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

This was the reality for working moms in 2017

One clear takeaway: To achieve gender equality at work, we need more policies and programs that empower women.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Japanese politician brings her baby to work—sparks nationwide debate

When Yuka Ogata arrived at work with her baby, her male colleagues asked her to leave.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Working makes *me* such a better mom

I feel more balanced as a person because working helps me maintain my own identity.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Moms pay the price for America’s workaholic culture—Melinda Gates wants it to stop

“The American workplace was set up on the assumption employees had partners who would stay home to do the unpaid work.”

Updated Jan. 12, 2022

I feel guilty at work and guilty when I’m not working—but why?

I am a mother, and mothers are deep, complicated souls who cannot be pigeon-holed into one position.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Let me tell you a secret: No parent has it all figured out, not even stay-at-home moms

Even if it looks like things come naturally, it doesn’t mean it’s always easy.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Remember, your work-life decisions aren’t absolutes

Do what works for you today. You can always reassess tomorrow.

Updated Mar. 15, 2022

What being a working mom is *really* like

Motherhood is all encompassing, for better and for worse.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

How to let go of guilt + focus on the benefits of working motherhood

Whether you too are an entrepreneur or whether you work in a more traditional role, you have a choice too.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Made in the USA: How one entrepreneur and new mom is bringing local back

Aftcra is an innovative online marketplace where you can buy and sell handmade goods made by artisans in the USA.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Werk is on a mission—to provide flex jobs to mothers where care + career are equally valued

The next phase of the women’s movement is about embracing ambition and care simultaneously, and equally.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Belly Armor’s mama CEO talks building a brand and a family

I felt compelled to raise awareness about this emerging health issue, particularly amongst parents and parents-to-be.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

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.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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.”

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

A new mom helps Etsy take on maternity leave and motherhood

How the site is creating a culture that celebrates motherhood.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

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. 

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
Woman sitting in front of window on laptop

4 steps to get the work flexibility you want and deserve

2. Build the business case for yourself.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022

Jealous of successful women? 7 ways I tamed envy—and made it my friend

#2—Forget about “shoulds.” You may be surprised to discover that something you’re jealous of isn’t what you want.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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