News Roundup
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Some of the articles of interest to working mothers that we’ve seen around the web recently…
- Parents gave advice on how to ease the mental load as a parent.
- The New York Times [gift link] reported on specialized hospital wards (not yet in the U.S.) where doctors treat new mothers’ postpartum psychosis while allowing them to care for their children.
- The New York Times [gift link] also looked at the sharp increase in student absenteeism, a problem that cuts across demographics and has continued long after schools reopened.
- NPR reported that more than a dozen states are suing TikTok, alleging it harms kids and is designed to be addicting.
- The Atlantic explored why “lighthouse parents” have more confident kids.
- The Cut looked at how teenage boys are getting more into elaborate skincare routines.
- The Washington Post [gift link] reported that Mattel has produced its first Diwali Barbie doll.
- Your Laugh of the Week comes from The Belladonna, with “Super Realistic and Affordable Childcare Options By JD Vance.”
Also, do be sure to check out the news update over at Corporette!
On Corporette Recently…
- We rounded up high-end brands that offer plus-size work clothes.
- We talked about how work friendships have changed over the past few years.
- We shared Prime Day deals, some of which are still available.
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