News Roundup

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Some of the articles of interest to working mothers that we’ve seen around the web recently…

• Who What Wear reminded us that spring is just around the corner with 14 fresh options for bright, office-friendly blazers.
• The Strategist provided a list of must-try products for dry hair and oily hair.
• Refinery29 shared pics of Jessica Alba’s new post-pregnancy, ’do and why it’s a good look for just about anyone not quite ready to chop it all off.
• Refinery29 also offered haircut ideas for various lengths and styles.
• A work-advice columnist for The New York Times discussed if or when an employee should tell a potential employer she has children. (Answer: Approach this as a decision, not an obligation, to disclose.)
• Ask a Manager gave advice to a new mom about talking to a supervisor who seems annoyed that the new mom is following the flexible schedule they agreed on.
• Working Mother reported the top 70 companies for executive women, according to the National Association for Female Executives.
• Working Mother also discussed why working women can’t neglect to take care of themselves, even if they’re able to manage taking care of everyone else at home and at work.
• NPR discussed the new Shero Barbie dolls released to celebrate International Women’s Day.
• The New York Times reported that Americans might no longer prefer sons over daughters.
• For your laugh of the week, McSweeney’s shared some tips from the Toddler Feelings Helpline, including the prompt: “if Mama went to the store for a minute but you are pretty sure she’s never coming back, please mash all of the keys but mostly 1.”

Also, do be sure to check out the news update over at Corporette!

On Corporette Recently…

• We discussed where to find suits with dresses instead of skirts or pants.
• We shared a deal alert: major sales at The Outnet. (Sales are still going on as of today, March 9.)
• We offered how to use arts and crafts for stress relief: subversive cross stitch.
• We asked about better ergonomics at the office: what products have you tried and loved?

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