A woman wearing a Three Quarter Sleeve Collarless Jacket
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Everyone Thursday: Three Quarter Sleeve Collarless Jacket

This jacket looks so great in both its plus-size and regular-size versions, I thought I’d feature the plus-size for a change. I will say as someone who hates coral/orange yet wore the heck out of a similar coral/orange blazer: You’d be surprised how versatile it is. My favorite way to wear it was with a black-and-white…

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How to Gamify and Measure Work-Life Balance
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How to Gamify and Measure Work-Life Balance

While work-life balance is something everyone struggles with (single, married, male, female, young, old), the conversation has certainly been dominated by moms in recent years. But when other groups start to share their thoughts about how they manage their own work-life balance, they have some refreshing perspectives. For example, I’ve seen two instances lately of men…

A woman wearing a Diaper bag
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Postpartum Tuesday: Amber Diaper Tote Bag

Well, well: this $29 diaper bag is winning rave reviews over at Amazon. I like the lightweight material in a sophisticated color, the interior organization (pockets galore!), and the multiple straps for carrying or hanging the bag on your stroller. Best of all: have I mentioned it’s $29? Bellotte Amber Diaper Tote Bag (L-2)

Maternity Monday: Ivybridge Maternity Dress

Happy Monday! This red dress looks like the perfect maternity dress for work — nice high neckline, a work-appropriate length, flattering pleats for the bump, and three-quarter sleeves. Gorgeous! The dress is $149 at Nordstrom, available in dark gray and red. Isabella Oliver ‘Ivybridge’ Jersey Maternity Dress