• News Roundup

    Some of the articles of interest to working mothers that we’ve seen around the web recently… Racked has an essay from a woman whose skin care routine dramatically changed after she became a mom. The New York Times magazine looks at the complicated issue of antidepressant use during pregnancy. Quartz shares a piece (ignore the alarmist headline) about how…

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  • Finally Friday: Gatitote Tote

    I was poking around for totes for yesterday’s Coffee Break and found this tote (not pictured), which is HUGE when you click on the link — if you’re that woman who needs to carry every single thing with you (and want it in a shoulder bag), that tote is for you. But: it got me thinking…

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    Your Laziest Mom Hacks

    What are your laziest/smartest mom hacks? What are your best tips for getting stuff done around the house in “unperfect” ways?  Some readers seemed miffed by my posts on photo organization and organizing kids’ clothes — but I am faaaar from perfect, and hate to give that impression. (Sorry, ladies!)  Of course I’m going to write a…

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    Washable Wednesday: Henrietta Dress

    Boden has a number of machine washable, pumping friendly wrap dresses right now — particularly if you prefer the Freemie style of pumping. This Henrietta dress is marked down, but I also like this wrap dress. All of the fun patterns are not only bright and happy, but they’re also great for hiding stains, whether…