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Some of the articles of interest to working mothers that we’ve seen around the web recently…
- Lifehacker’s Offspring shares how to implement a Kanban, “a simple system for managing your to-dos,” such as this one. (We mentioned it in a past post on dividing up chores.)
- Fast Company reports that a “maternity concierge service” is helping to keep women on the leadership track at a national bank.
- Working Mother offers advice on what to do if you are in an unhealthy relationship with your job.
- The New York Times shares a woman’s love letter to her future surrogate.
- The Huffington Post reports why postpartum anxiety continues to be overlooked.
- NPR shares stories from listeners about how various cultures “have come up with ways to ensure that new moms feel supported, loved and able to overcome any problems they have while learning to breast-feed.”
- NPR also reports that, “In recent years, black girls have been sent home for wearing dreads, head wraps and even wearing their hair naturally.”
- Scary Mommy shares a helpful positive-discipline cheat sheet.
- Scary Mommy also shares the story behind a mom’s viral Facebook post that asks, “Can we all climb down off judgmental mountain for a second? And just support one another?”
- The Washington Post shares three suggestions to help your kids complete summer reading assignments.
- BuzzFeed has compiled heartwarming reactions to the news that Mindy Kaling is reportedly pregnant.
- Recipe of the Week: We recently had an open thread about summer recipes for working moms. Kat recommended this quinoa salad, and our readers also shared their faves.
- Laugh of the Week: The Ugly Volvo shared some Craigslist Missed Connections ads, “Parents4Parents.”
Also, do be sure to check out the news update over at Corporette!
On Corporette Recently…
- We took a look back in the Corporette time capsule, including how to recover from a professional mistake, advice on how to become a leader, how to handle personal calls at work, and an open thread about summer workouts.
- Kat reviewed magnetic lashes.
- Kat and readers discussed how to improve your posture.
- A reader shared her experience with rhinoplasty, including recovery time off from work and costs.
- Kat and readers weighed in on what to consider when thinking about applying for law school.
- Kat shared her top picks for workwear in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, including the best shoes for work.
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