Finally Friday: Long Cardigan
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I am such a sucker for this kind of cardigan — I keep buying them! When we were traveling a few weeks ago I did a mini capsule wardrobe and picked my light blue cardigan (bought at Athleta, of all places, a few years ago) to wear with purples, blacks, and reds. It was a great choice because I probably wore it every single day. Light blue can be difficult to find in a drapey cardigan, though, so I’m happy to see that Bobeau has one out now. It’s handwash/line dry, available in regular and petites XS-XL, for $58. Bobeau Long Cardigan
Two plus-size options are here and here.
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Sales of note for 5/27/25
(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)
- Nordstrom – Lots of markdowns on AGL (50%!), Weitzman, Tumi, Frank & Eileen, Zella, Natori, Cole Haan, Boss, Theory, Reiss (coats), Vince, Eileen Fisher, Spanx, and Frame (denim and silk blouses)
- Ann Taylor – 25% off tops & sweaters + extra 30% off sale
- Banana Republic Factory – Memorial Day Event: 50-70% off everything + extra 25% off
- Eloquii – $25+ select styles + extra 60% off all sale
- J.Crew – Summer kickoff event, up to 50% off 1000s of styles+ extra 50% off sale styles
- J.Crew Factory – Up to 70% off everything + extra 70% off clearance
- M.M.LaFleur – Memorial Day Sale: extra 20% off with code + try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off.
- Spanx – Free shipping on everything
- Talbots – $29.50+ must haves + extra 50% off all sale styles
And — here are some of our latest threadjacks of interest – working mom questions asked by the commenters!!
- The concept of “backup care” is so stupid…
- I need tips on managing employees in BigLaw who have to leave for daycare pickup…
- I’m thinking of leaning out to spend more time with my family – how can I find the perfect job for that?
- I’m now a SAHM and my husband needs to step up…
- How can I change my thinking to better recognize some of my husband’s contributions as important, like organizing the shed?
- What are your tips to having a good weekend with kids, especially with little kids? Do you have a set routine or plan?
I know this has been discussed on here recently, but I can’t seem to find it. Apologies for the duplication!
I have a two-month old, and family members have been asking what to get him for Christmas. (First grandkid on both sides, so this kid is likely to get a good number of presents.) He has an abundance of clothes and those types of necessities. I’m thinking of suggesting toys that he will enjoy once he gets a little bit bigger. What are some toys that your kiddos enjoyed during their first year? He has an activity mat, some teething toys, a couple of rattles, mirrors, and stroller-bar things, but that’s about it.
Something like these?
http://www.amazon.com/Melissa-Doug-Animal-Magnets-Box/dp/B000N178E2/ref=sr_1_14?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1449848257&sr=1-14&keywords=magnet+toys
http://www.amazon.com/Melissa-Doug-Wooden-Alphabet-Magnets/dp/B000IBPD76/ref=pd_sim_21_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=51ie90PF1OL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=0CKE3YGP0HDW6DW2T8QM
I’m looking for a gift idea for my son. I want something magnetic that can stick to our fridge for when he plays in the kitchen. He’ll be 14m at Christmas. I’m afraid the classic letter magnets are still small enough to be a choking hazard for him. Any other ideas?
Has anyone’s child flat out refused to nurse or even take a bottle for no apparent reason? My 11 month old son is getting over an ear infection, and has been on a milk/formula strike for the last few days. I took him to the dr and his ears are much better, so the dr is not sure why this is happening.
He has not nursed from me in about 3 days. He very reluctantly takes BM in a sippy cup. Fortunately, he loves water, fruit puree and apple sauce so he is getting liquids that way and the dr says he is not dehydrated.
DH and I find this baffling. Any advice/commiseration? Would it be appropriate to try introducing whole milk at this point (he eats dairy yoghurt with no adverse effects)?
Does anyone have experience using a pediatric chiropractor to help minimize ear infections in a 1 year old? My son has had repeated ear infections and is likely on his way to tube surgery. We did a similar surgery for my older son and it all worked out fine, but I wanted to be more proactive about exploring other options before we get to surgery.
Any recs for a reputed pediatric chiro in DC? Thanks so much.
Thoughts on holiday bonus/gift for speech therapist? I assume the answer is no, since she works for a practice that bills me directly (i.e., more like a medical professional than teacher). But, I do want to let her know how much we appreciate her — I’m thinking a thank-you card from parents and kiddo?
I live in Northern Virginia and am looking to join a moms group with my 8 month old. I have looked on the Meetup site and “submitted an application” to join a working moms group, but I think they may be at capacity. Anyone know a good moms or parents group or where I can find one? Most of the ones I have seen have a lot of weekday afternoon meetups.