News roundup - The Nightlight

News Roundup

Some of the articles of interest to working mothers that we’ve seen around the web recently… Just launched: The Nightlight, a blog that offers guides to buying the best baby gear. In the NYT, Yael Chatav Schonbrun shares her efforts to combine motherhood and academia. In another NYT opinion piece, Courtney E. Martin writes about the difficulty American parents face…

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A collage of CorporetteMoms style recommendations

Open Thread (and Recs)

Something on your mind? Chat here. But first:   For the pregnant mom: This maternity dress looks like it has everything I look for in a maternity dress: dark color, washable fabric, high neckline, flattering shape, versatile enough to dress up or down — and friendly on the budget. It’s $32.94, exclusively online at OldNavy.com….

News update - wine holder

News Roundup

Some of the articles of interest to working mothers that we’ve seen around the web recently… So, you may have seen those sippy-cup wine glasses, or the ones labeled “Mommy Juice.” Well, Hello Ladies introduces you to the latest mom-friendly wine accessory, which gives you a place to enjoy your wine in the shower. Kat’s had gray hairs…

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Talking About Your Kids at Work

2019 Update: We still love this discussion about whether or not we talk about our kids at work — but you may also want to check out our more recent discussion (inspired by an Emily Oster piece in The Atlantic), asking readers if they’re are a “secret parent” in the office. Moms: do you ever…