News Roundup

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A collage of skincare serums and oilsSome of the articles of interest to working mothers that we’ve seen around the web recently…

  • The Strategist offered beauty products that can be used as alternatives to retinol.
  • Fashionista reported that California is the first state to ban the sale of cosmetics that have been tested on animals.
  • The Cut profiled Hollywood writer and mom, Mara Brock Akil, the creator of Girlfriends, whose latest project is the romantic drama Love Is ___, which is based on her own relationship and marriage.
  • Working Mother provided a nightly routine for less stressful mornings, while The New York Times suggested how to put the kids to work for a more productive morning.
  • The New York Times also offered reasons why people are choosing to retire in their 30s using the FIRE method, including more time to raise their kids.
  • The Atlantic investigated the shortage of after-school options for working families.
  • Motherly editors shared nine helpful products for Baby Safety Month.
  • Scary Mommy discussed what it’s like to raise kids “without a village” for support.
  • Parents reported that the American Academy of Pediatrics is now suggesting children stay in rear-facing car seats as long as possible, at least until age 4.
  • USA Today shared the story of how an 8-year-old walking the family dog alone led to a call to police and the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. (Video ad autoplays.)
  • For your Laugh of the Week: McSweeney’s provided a guide to all nine trimesters.

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