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    Baby Tuesday: Milestone Baby Cards

    I spied these baby milestone cards over at Nordstrom a few weeks ago and thought, aw, what a great idea. When J was little we created our own little signs that we held up next to him; and at that time the “milestone stickers” were big, for you to stick a huge sticker on your kiddo that said,…

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  • News Roundup

    Some of the articles of interest to working mothers that we’ve seen around the web recently… Fashionista reports that the UK’s Rigby & Peller has taken over Intimacy shops in the U.S. and sends a senior editor for a bra fitting. It’s been 10 years since The Devil Wears Prada hit theaters, so Racked talked to its costume…

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    Finally Friday: Voyageur Double-Zip Wristlet

    I was just in a Tumi store (at the airport, of all places), and when I checked out the merchandise, this wristlet had some serious appeal. It’s clean. It’s classic. It’s big enough for a phone, cards, and even a lipgloss (or, hey, a snack for your kiddos). It goes from diaper bag to a…

  • Daycare: Near Home or Work?

    Is the best daycare near home — or work? We’ve talked a lot about childcare over the years, including the general pros and cons of different childcare arrangements, backup childcare strategies and how to find childcare for a sick kid. We’ve talked about nannies (the logistics of a nanny share, how detailed to be for…

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    Everyone Thursday: Knit Blazer

    This blazer is a perpetual favorite at Nordstrom. It’s available in regular and petite sizes, it’s handwashable, and it’s on sale for $58. Huzzah! There are three color choices (black, gray, and navy) in sizes XS-XL. Olivia Moon Knit Blazer Here’s a plus-size option. (L-3)