News Roundup

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

• Fashionista noted that maternity wear has a waste problem.
• The New York Times explored the shortage of cafeteria workers, bus drivers, and substitute teachers.
• Working Mother shared tips on finding time for yourself as a mom.
• The Huffington Post reported on a study that found that nearly 70% of pregnant women have faced at least moderate levels of distress during the pandemic, and 20% have experienced depression.
• NPR explained how to help kids struggling with their mental health right now.
• CNN reported that Dr. Anthony Fauci said that children aged 5–11 may be able to get the vaccine this fall.
• At Scary Mommy, a mom wrote about getting a breast lift at 46.
• Parenting rounded up the best kids’ smartwatches.
• Your Laugh of the Week comes from Frazzled, with “If Parents Wrote Pop Songs…”

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

On Corporette Recently…

• We discussed the “office mom” role at work.
• We rounded up readers’ most-bought items from August 2021.
• We shared Personal Money Snapshot contributors’ tips on paying down debt.
• We talked about perimenopause.

Did we miss anything? Add ’em here, or send them to [email protected]. Thank you!

Sales of note for 5/8/25

(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)

• Nordstrom – Up to 50% off select styles + 15% off fragrance (exclusions apply; ends 5/11) + give $150 in gift cards, earn a $25 promo card (ends 5/13)
• Ann Taylor – 30% off your full-price purchase + extra 40% off sale
• Banana Republic Factory – 40-60% everything + extra 25% off
• Eloquii – $25+ select styles + extra 45% off all sale
• J.Crew – Up to 50% off must-have styles + extra 50% off select sale styles
• J.Crew Factory – Up to 60% off everything + extra 50% off clearance
• M.M.LaFleur – Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off
• Spanx – Lots of workwear on sale, some up to 70% off
• Talbots – 25% off all tops, pants, jeans, and shorts + 25% off all markdowns
  
  
  

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?