• 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….

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  • 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…

  • News Roundup

    Some of the articles of interest to working mothers that we’ve seen around the web recently… The NYT’s Motherlode blog asks readers how they cope with the end-of-the-weekday combination of needy kids and a tired mom. Elle looks at a female-led company with a “bring your kid to work” policy. On Scary Mommy, Mary Dell Harrington…