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We included New York & Company’s 7th Avenue pants in our post on washable pants for work over on Corporette, but today I’m giving them their own post, especially because they’re 50% off at the moment.
These pants are machine washable and have real pockets (both front and back), as well as 4% spandex for some stretch. I really like the buttons at the belt loops, which fits in with the button-y pants trend right now (yes, that is the technical name).
The pants are on sale for $29.97 and come in sizes 0–20 in three lengths. They’re available in the pictured navy as well as a bright blue — and there are many more 7th Avenue styles and colors available. 7th Avenue Mid-Rise Barely Bootcut Pant
Sales of note for 4.18.24
(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)
- Ann Taylor – 50% off full-price dresses, jackets & shoes; $30 off pants & skirts; extra 50% off sale styles
- Banana Republic Factory – Up to 50% off everything; extra 20% off purchase
- Eloquii – 50% off select styles; 60% off swim; up to 40% off everything else
- J.Crew – Mid-Season Sale: Extra 60% off sale styles; up to 50% off spring-to-summer styles
- Lands’ End – 30% off full-price styles
- Loft – Spring Mid-Season Sale: Up to 50% off 100s of styles
- Nordstrom: Free 2-day shipping for a limited time (eligible items)
- Talbots – Spring Sale: 40% off + extra 15% off all markdowns; 30% off new T by Talbots
- Zappos – 29,000+ women’s sale items! (check out these reader-favorite workwear brands on sale, and some of our favorite kids’ shoe brands on sale)
Kid/Family Sales
- Carter’s – Up to 70% off baby items; 50% off toddler & kid deals & 40% off everything else
- Hanna Andersson – Up to 50% off spring faves; 25% off new arrivals; up to 30% off spring
- J.Crew Crewcuts – Up to 60% off sale styles; up to 50% off kids’ spring-to-summer styles
- Old Navy – 30% off your purchase; up to 75% off clearance
- Target – Car Seat Trade-In Event (ends 4/27); BOGO 25% off select skincare products; up to 40% off indoor furniture; up to 20% off laptops & printers
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And — here are some of our latest threadjacks of interest – working mom questions asked by the commenters!
- If you’re a working parent of an infant with low sleep needs, how do you function at work when you’re in the throes of baby’s sleep regression?
- Should I cut my childcare down to 12 hours a month if I work from home?
- Will my baby have speech delays if we raise her bilingual?
- Has anyone given birth in a teaching hospital?
- My child eats everything, and my friends’ kids do not – how should I handle? In general, what is the best way to handle when your child has some skill/ability and your friend’s child doesn’t have that skill/ability?
- ADHD moms, give me your tips to help with things like behavior in the classroom, attention to detail, etc?
- I think I suffer from mom rage…
- My husband and kids are gone this weekend – how should I enjoy my free time?
- I’m struggling to be compassionate with a SAHM friend who complains she doesn’t have enough hours of childcare.
- If you exclusively formula fed, what tips do you have for in the hospital and coming home?
- Could I take my 4-yo and 8-yo on a 7-8 day trip to Paris, Lyon, and Madrid?
katy says
Just wanted to wish all the US readers Happy Thanksgiving tomorrow. May you find some rest and joy no matter what the celebration looks like. Stay safe. :)
Anonymous says
Yes, wishing a happy, illness- free Thanksgiving to all!
Anon says
My kid was the only one at daycare today. When I dropped her off she looked at me and said “Where be my friends!?” I was already sad going into the “holiday” weekend and this was just a kick in the face I didn’t need.
Anonymous says
Don’t stress! Someone could have easily dropped off their kid 5 minutes after you left and you’d never know. Even if they didn’t – she gets undivided time from her teachers!
AwayEmily says
Yes, my kids (2 and 4) have both been one of only a few kids in daycare this week and they have LOVED it. so much attention from the teacher, and it means they got to do some “special” things (go on a trip exploring near the center, play with some new toys, etc).
Cb says
Aww, but also, my kiddo would love that. He already monopolizes his beloved Kasia and I think he really enjoys the early AM drop off where he often has a teacher to himself. Got a learning journal entry where it was clear it was just him making porridge in the garden with a teacher, apparently chatting about “languages and dinners”
Anon says
But on the other side, it’s like he has her own private nanny today! Fancy!
Redux says
But also where are all the other families? Traveling? Noooooo.
(Half-kidding, I know some people are off of work today and would choose to keep their kids home too. That person is not me. When the stars align and I get a day off when daycare is open, you better believe the kids are going to daycare and I stay home alone!)
AwayEmily says
I’ve been stressing about exactly this! But then I remembered that we had to say whether we needed care during this week way back in early fall when cases were super low here, so I’m going to just try to believe that everyone THOUGHT they would be able to travel but now are staying home instead.
Running moms says
If anyone’s around today, when did you feel like you got back to your pre-pregnancy endurance, if ever?
I started running again about 2x a week nearly 2 months ago now, and I still feel super weak. It feels more muscle fatigue than heart/lungs, but it just makes me dread running (which I used to love!), and then I get in my head and it’s a vicious cycle. I know it’s going to take me a while to get back to where I was after not running for close to a year, but it feels like such a slog.
Happy thanksgiving to fellow American mamas!
anon says
It took pelvic floor therapy, actually. Before that, running felt terrible because I was having to compensate for a lot of lost pelvic stability with other muscles that were not meant for that kind of work. I had a hard birth with a giant baby head, though, so YMMV.
Anonymous says
Agree with this. Pregnancy can mess up your core stability and core is more than just abs. PF physio got me back in shape. Even a virtual session could help understand the mechanics of the area and what exercises to do to help weak areas.
anon says
Same anon — also, you probably know this, but 2x/week is going to be very slow in building endurance for most people anyway. You would need 3-4x/week to see quicker progress, which you presumably don’t have time/interest for.
Anon says
On your days off from running, try to work in squats, lunges, planks, etc to build up your muscle. I do best on a schedule – ex. Monday – 40 squats, Wednesday – 25 lunges, Friday – 1 minute plank. As time goes on, add in dumbbells, reps, and/or time.
GCA says
How old is baby? After both pregnancies it took me a good year or so to get back to feeling like ‘myself’ running-wise. I think these were the contributing factors:
– When the baby started sleeping better. I’m one of those people who can kind of coast along on 6 or 7 hours of sleep and hadn’t realized how much my lack of sleep was contributing to my lack of physical endurance.
– Core strength. After kid 2 I completed a full run of pelvic floor reconditioning and was surprised by the difference it made.
– Weaning or shifting more to solids. Less energy and physical resources spent on milk production, more energy to run.
Anonymous says
Not post-partum specific, but I noticed the biggest jump in my running endurance/ performance when I started doing pilates regularly. The core strength does really matter.
farrleybear says
Agree with this. Doing pilates/barre a few times a week really helped me feel better running–more like pre-baby self:)
NYCer says
I don’t remember exactly, but I want to say it took 4-6 months? I am a casual, run 3 miles type of runner though, not a long distance runner, so YMMV if you’re running more than that.
Be patient with yourself! It will come back.
Anon says
It took a long time for me. I ran a slow (for me but also for anyone) 5k when my second was 1. But a few months later, I ran a decent 10k. Now I run all the time 3-4x per week on most weeks and feel stronger than ever. I weigh more than before I had kids but I can run a lot further!
Anonymous says
When i seriously took up running again after an injury (pre-kids) i think it took more like 4 months (as season) to feel like i could get my groove back. Getting back to running post baby was harder than post knee surgery. I HATE the slog feeling but i promise it will get better.
it sounds trivial but a dedicated playlist with the right Beats per minute helped me push through.
CPA Lady says
My 6 yo is really into helping us cook. I’m going to get her the America’s test kitchen kids cookbook and baking book for xmas but was wondering what y’all do about letting your kid use knives. So far I’ve been letting her use our normal paring knives to chop vegetables with. I’m kind of inclined to let her keep using them, but I saw a set of plastic kid’s safety knives in an educational toy catalog and wasn’t sure if this was some kind of great invention that I should be letting her use.
Anonymous says
Was this the Mindware catalog? I bookmarked that page as a possible Christmas gift for my 4 year old. If your 6 y.o. is already safely using real paring knives, I’d be inclined to keep going with that.
Cb says
Agreed. I think the sharper knives are actually safer, since you don’t need to press as hard.
DLC says
Yes this. My husband’s grandmother who ran a restaurant kitchen always said that dull knives are more dangerous than sharp knives, and this is what we tell our kids.
I’ve be more also lean towards to let your six year old continue using the real thing, but teach her proper knife technique. With my eight year old, she uses real knives, with supervision, and we stress how to hold things to protect her fingers and maintain a safe and steady grip.
Anonymous says
ETA, my 6 year old is not terribly interested in chopping anything, she prefers to help measure, dump and stir.
4 year old likes to help with all things cooking, but so far I have given him only things that can be cut with a table knife, or delegated non-chopping tasks like pulling the leaves off herb stems.
Anon says
I love to cook, a lot, and so does my toddler. I just bought nylon ones for my 3YO for christmas who adeptly uses butter knives to help cut (here https://www.amazon.com/Tovla-Knives-3-Piece-Nylon-Baking/dp/B0711QYPJD/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=kids+knives&qid=1606325446&sr=8-6). If she does well with those, next year I will consider doing one of these two: https://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/kai-my-first-knife/?catalogId=44&sku=1638746&cm_ven=PLA&cm_cat=Google&cm_pla=Cutlery%20%3E%20Chef%27s%20Knives®ion_id=477340&cm_ite=1638746&gclid=CjwKCAiAnvj9BRA4EiwAuUMDfw9KTygx2P4o9lZ_0_4kM75NlVF1QOdIqeoXchLObfzGcHd25RGRFBoCbUUQAvD_BwE or https://www.amazon.com/Opinel-Educational-Equipment-Stainless-Vegetable/dp/B00GK67P7O
AwayEmily says
I decided for I’m going to gift everyone in our extended family gifts, ordered from local bookstores in their area. Which means I need to start doing that ordering now. I would love recommendations for ages 3, 6 (mediocre reader), and 10. What have yours been enjoying lately? Bonus points for stuff off the beaten track (decreases the likelihood they already have it).
AnotherAnon says
My 3 y/o enjoys all of Virginia Lee Burton’s books: Katy and the Big Snow, Mike Mulligan, The Little House. For the 10 y/o: Harry Potter, Caddie Woodlawn, Anne of Green Gables, The Westing Game. I feel like these are all pretty basic but I’m just drawing off what I liked at that age. No recs for 6 y/o. Too early for Goosebumps?
Anonymous says
Katy and the Big Snow is still popular with my 6 year old. They also love science books aimed at kids and explaining how the world/human bodies/animals work – National Geographic Kids series has tons.
Cb says
For the three year old – second the Virginia Lee Burton recs.
Last Stop on Market Street, The Extraordinary Gardener, In a Minute Mama Bear, Daddy Long Legs, There’s a Lion in the Library, How to Hide a Lion, Tiger Who Came for Tea, Harry and the Dinosaurs.
Molly says
Recommendation for the three and six year olds: the Dragon Masters series. My almost five-year-old has been loving listening to it, and I enjoy the stories as well.
anon says
My kids adore the Dragon Master series.
Pro tip: The author, Tracey West, will host live Dragon Masters trivia sessions on her Facebook page. They are a huge hit in my house.
Cb says
I found a list from the independent called “11 best early reader books” which might be worth a look, particularly if you choose British books, reduces the risk of duplicates.
Anonymous says
For the 3 year old, Nobody Likes A Goblin by Ben Hatke. It has gorgeous illustrations and a cute story. I didn’t think it was that great, but apparently it resonates with kids, because mine have loooooved it. My oldest got it as a gift when he was 3.5, and each kid has been obsessed with it for a solid year or so around that age.
Anonymous says
On my three year olds list : The Magical Yet (about learning how to do things as you get older. Recommend After The Fall (based on Humpty Dumpty) and The Bad Seed. Charlotte the Scientist books. Ladybug Girl series
Reading says
For the 6 year old, if looking for independent reading check out graphic novels. Scholastic branches has several series. On the more obscure side, my 6 yr olds really like Chi’s Sweet Home. Dory Fantasmagory is also a fun read that can be read aloud or potential independently.
And Wild Robot & sequel for a read aloud book
AwayEmily says
These are all SUCH great recommendations! I realized I should also contribute to my own list since I too have an (almost) 3yo…his favorites these days are Zog and Hattie & Hudson (both of which have already been gifted to my 3yo nephew in question, unfortunately).
anon says
There’s a beautiful set of books that parallel the invention of flight as told through mice. My favorite in the series is Lindbergh: The Tale of a Flying Mouse, but the sequel Armstrong book is good too. The art is really spectacular and the stories are good too. They are nice gifts because they feel special. You could even get two books in the series, one for each kid.
https://www.amazon.com/Armstrong-Adventurous-Journey-Mouse-Moon/dp/0735842620
Spirograph says
More of a general rec than this specific title (although this one is good!): We have an anthology called Greek Myths for Young Children that my almost -6 daughter really likes. She can’t read it independently, but enjoys listening and looking at the illustrations. She also likes that she understands mythology allusions that crop up everywhere, and that she sometimes knows Jeopardy! answers. :)
Anonymous says
“A boy named Bat” for the 6 year old (although would not likely be independent reading). last summer my sister’s kids both loved the book. 8 year old middling reader read it himself and my sister read it to the 6 YO.
For the 3 year old “If i built a house” series (there is a car / school etc)
TheElms says
Are there any SAD lights that could also double as a light that would help improve lighting for video conferences? My husband needs both for his office and it would be great to buy one thing to conserve desk space, if possible. Does such a thing exist?
Coach Laura says
I have this light, which has two light brightness settings and two colors – white and natural – so four settings in all. It’s not a SAD light but I use it for mood and brightness while working and on the natural light setting for zoom, as the white light makes me look unnatural. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FPK8CHC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1
But for a true SAD light you’d probably want something like this, but it might not make hubby look natural. https://www.amazon.com/Sunlight-Adjustable-Gooseneck-Home-Lavish/dp/B00AF67LG0/ref=sr_1_10?crid=2BLZ2RIFAEOSL&dchild=1&keywords=sad%2Blight%2Btherapy%2Blamp&qid=1606329915&s=hi&sprefix=sad%2Blight%2Ctools%2C291&sr=1-10&th=1
Cb says
I’ve tried with my beurer lamp and it is a bit too cold / glow-y. One of the Lumie wake up lamps might be better (it’s more of a warm glow) but don’t know if it would serve the same purpose.
AwayEmily says
Random tip for those of you heading into the long weekend: there is an loooooong audiobook of Frozen that is basically a word-for-word retelling of the movie (we borrowed ours from the library). If any of your kids are Frozen fanatics (both of mine are), this is a great screen time alternative.