Finally Friday: Wedge Pump
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AGL is known for their flats, but I’m really liking this simple wedge pump, on sale for the next month or so as part of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. It’s available in sizes 4.5-13, in black and a smokey brown, for $229 — after the sale it’ll go back up to $360. AGL Attilio Giusti Leombruni ‘Bar’ Wedge Pump
Psst: I rounded up my favorite workwear picks of the Nordstrom sale yesterday at Corporette; I’m going to try to do shoes and bags today, so stay tuned! One more kid-friendly find: I’ve never seen a new model of the Babyjogger’s City Mini go on sale (and it feels like older models are pretty firm on their prices also unless you’re buying used). This nice navy is now $185, but after the sale it’ll be $250.
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Sales of note for 12.10
(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)
- Nordstrom – Beauty deals on skincare (ends 12/14) including La Mer, Kate Somerville, Dior, Sunday Riley, Dyson, and gift sets — the deals include reader favorite lip balms Dior Addict, NARS Afterglow, and Clinique’s Black Honey, as well as Too Faced mascara and Sunday Riley’s Good Genes.
- Ann Taylor – 40% off your purchase, up to 50% off outerwear
- Banana Republic Factory – 50-70% off everything + extra 20% off
- Eloquii – Extra 50% off all sale + extra 25% off 2+ items
- J.Crew – Up to 60% off everything, with 40% off their newest styles
- J.Crew Factory – 50% off everything + extra 25% off when you buy 3+ styles
- Macy’s – 15% off beauty, including Tarte, Clinique, Dior and gift sets
- Spanx – Lots of workwear on sale, some up to 70% off, plus free shipping on everything (and 20% off your first order)
- Talbots – 50% off everything + extra 25% off when you buy 3+ styles
And — here are some of our latest threadjacks of interest – working mom questions asked by the commenters!
- The concept of “backup care” is so stupid…
- I need tips on managing employees in BigLaw who have to leave for daycare pickup…
- I’m thinking of leaning out to spend more time with my family – how can I find the perfect job for that?
- I’m now a SAHM and my husband needs to step up…
- How can I change my thinking to better recognize some of my husband’s contributions as important, like organizing the shed?
- What are your tips to having a good weekend with kids, especially with little kids? Do you have a set routine or plan?
We are taking my almost four month old on vacation at the end of this month. We will be staying at a large resort with a pool. We will let her go head and splash in the pool for a few minutes if she likes it, but I dont know what to put her in when we’re just sitting out by the pool. I was thinking of maybe a small baby swing, but that doesn’t sound outdoor appropriate. Especially when it might get wet. Any suggestions? Maybe a mesh infant shower seat? She can’t sit up on her own for long periods yet. And I’d ideally like her to nap with us by the pool…fingers crossed!
Also, what should I do with her in between any time in the water? Dry her completely every time? Does that mean I should have multiple swim suits so I can put something dry on her each time?
Ladies. I am a long-time reader and infrequent poster. While I am not a mom, I have enjoyed the well-balanced and thoughtful discussions over here and would like to ask your advice. I recently finished graduate school and am starting to interview for jobs in a new location. When I started graduate school (part-time), I was also working full-time. I knew that I could not ultimately work full-time at my previous position and attend graduate school but I also wanted to finish out a multiyear project that was nearly complete. I chose to leave my job (I was ready to leave and really wanted to see the project through to the end) and the plan was to take a few months off to search for a new less intense job more related to my interests and catch up on school. Unfortunately, my husband became extremely ill soon after I left my previous position and we spent the next eight months trying to find a diagnosis and treatment. In the meanwhile, he continued working on a limited basis (for insurance), and I acted as his caregiver/healthcare manager while attending school. His condition is managed and he’s back at work full-time but he’s exhausted from everyday life. Early this year, his parent had a medical emergency, which meant another two months in the hospital and a continued recovery. We are planning to leave our major metro area for a smaller city with good jobs and a lower cost of living, near the recovering parent. We hope the move will allow us to start to enjoy, rather than just survive our life. We also think it would be more conducive (financially and emotionally) to having a child in the future.
My question is how to answer interview questions about the “gap” in my resume and if graduate school was full-time or part-time. So far, I have responded “it was a part-time program, which worked out well as I had the flexibility to continue with school while simultaneously responding to several critical family health situations.” I would love your thoughts on ways to respond to this type of question. I absolutely learned a lot from these situations including finding an inner strength I didn’t know I possessed but I am having trouble articulating a response.
I know this is one of those things that will vary on the person, but I am hating life as a litigator right now and want out, possibly of the law altogether. I know at least some of this is not wanting the stress and unpredictability of litigation and trials now that I have an infant, but some of it is also just that although I have done well thus far, I have NEVER enjoyed it. That said, I am a junior partner and my salary is more than my husband’s so it’s not something I can just walk away from. I know I don’t want to do this, but I don’t know what I want to do and reading a million books that tell me to look within myself, etc, is not helping me to figure it out! Looking for success stories from those who made the leap law to something else, what you went to, if you’re happier, and if the pay is at all comparable. (Also, FWIW I do general litigation on the plaintiff’s side in a small city, so I don’t have a niche specialization or a client that I could target for an in house position).
Can we talk about baby meals? What are your best meals and recipes for babies?
My baby is 10 months and is a happy little eater. We have been doing baby-led table foods and I feel like I am in a food rut where I keep giving her the same 5 things. Her favorites have been hummus and pita, Trader Joe’s ravioli, quesadillas with black beans and avocado, and yogurt with crackers. I love making these because they are easy and I know she likes them, but feel like I should branch out more. What are your/your kids’ favorites?
Since I got back to it late last night – thanks to all of you who weighed in on my guardian/trustee question yesterday. I was surprised that there wasn’t anyone who jumped out at me immediately as being a best bet, which made me sad and worried. But after talking it over with my husband, I think we have a plan. Whew! Really appreciate that you all shared your experiences.
FWIW I love that stroller – the babyjogger City Mini. Sturdy, light, travels well, fits in our tiny car, folds up and unfolds with one hand (done it holding wiggly baby). I’d snap that up!
Thoughts on an appropriate amount to pay a babysitter who will be watching our kiddo for an evening, after kiddo goes to sleep?
This is the first time someone other than family will be watching kiddo, so I’m not sure what’s reasonable. Babysitter is a neighborhood college student; we’re in a small rural town. I’m thinking $25 for ~2.5 hours? Hopefully she won’t have to do anything other than sit on our couch and watch TV, so it should be an easy job for her. I’ll ask what her rate is, but I’d like to get a ballpark for what is reasonable. Thanks!
I must be deep down the mommy rabbit hole. I saw “wedge pump” and immediately wondered what sort of changes had been made to the Medela line that would result in a product with “wedge” in the name. It sounded painful.
In other news, very cute shoes.
Please pass the coffee. And maybe sign me up for a mommy-only shopping trip.
I put these wedges on my list of items to consider (which is getting way too long). Anyone have them?
I’m also really interested in getting a hooded coat to wear in rainy fall weather. I think a hooded trench or quilted coat is probably my best bet….nice enough to wear to work, but still washable and easy for weekends. The North Face Laney trench looks awesome, but I think it’s too casual for my office. Any thoughts or recs?