Weekend Open Thread
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. If you’re on the hunt for good books to read, note that the Kindle Deal of the Day is a bunch of books recommended by The Skimm, including Eligible (pictured – a modern retelling of Pride & Prejudice), Gone Girl, and more. Have you read any good…
News Roundup
Some of the articles of interest to working mothers that we’ve seen around the web recently… In a series of tweets, ProPublica explained why Serena Williams’ harrowing postpartum experience — she nearly died after giving birth to her daughter, Olympia — is more common than many people realize. Williams also shared her story as the…
Family Friday: The Sweatshirt
Moms, have you noticed that you can find a ton of affordable kids’ sweaters, but because they’re so affordable, your kid inevitably says, “They’re too itchy!” and refuses to wear them? On the flip side, sweatshirts are comfortable — but it’s incredibly difficult to find basic sweatshirts that fit well and can just be thrown…
Week in the Life of a Working Mom: In-House Counsel in Texas
For this week’s installment of our Week in the Life of a Working Mom series, I’m happy to introduce CorporetteMoms reader Sarah, who lives in Dallas, TX, with her husband and son and works as an in-house counsel. Our usual caveat applies: Please remember that this is is a real person who has feelings and isn’t gaining anything from…