News Roundup
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Some of the articles of interest to working mothers that we’ve seen around the web recently…
- Romper published an essay by a mom about how she realized that buying clothes that fit and brought her pleasure made her feel better about her body.
- The New York Times shared how many Black women are rejecting hospitals in search of better births.
- Working Mother talked to White House Communications Director (and mom) Kate Bedingfield to find out when we can expect in-person instruction in areas with remote learning — and what schools might look like this fall.
- The Washington Post featured an essay by a biracial mom raising her kids to understand their culture in an increasingly Asian-phobic country.
- Vox’s The Goods featured a piece by a mom about how a dollhouse — and the miniatures she bought to outfit it — has benefited her and her daughter over the last several months.
- The Nation explored moving from raising anti-racist kids to being an anti-racist family.
- Parents shared 27 ways to save money when you have a baby.
- Book Riot looked at the inequality of school book fairs (under the headline “Let Me Ruin Your Childhood”).
Also, do be sure to check out the news update over at Corporette!
On Corporette Recently…
- We shared tips on working with a recruiter.
- We looked back on past Corporette posts, including how to deal with anxiety through laughter and the best makeup products to fake a good night’s sleep.
- We listed the best TikTok accounts to follow for overachieving chicks.
Did we miss anything? Add ’em here, or send them to [email protected]. Thank you!
Sales of note for 2/7:
(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)
- Nordstrom – Winter Sale, up to 60% off! 7850 new markdowns for women
- Ann Taylor – Extra 25% off your $175+ purchase — and $30 of full-price pants and denim
- Banana Republic Factory – Up to 50% off everything + extra 15% off
- Boden – 15% off new season styles
- Eloquii – 60% off 100s of styles
- J.Crew – Extra 50% off all sale styles
- J.Crew Factory – 40% off everything including new arrivals + extra 20% off $125+
- Rothy’s – Final Few: Up to 40% off last-chance styles
- Spanx – Lots of workwear on sale, some up to 70% off
- Talbots – 40% off one item + free shipping on $150+
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?