News Roundup

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

• The Washington Post looked at the growing shortage of childcare workers.
• Meanwhile, Bloomberg shared how the childcare crisis “became a global economic fiasco.”
• Above the Law published an essay by a mom who wrote that modern feminism has failed mothers.
• TIME looked at how COVID is making some moms feel more pressure to breastfeed.
• PBS NewsHour looked into how to make middle school better.
• The Washington Post suggested what to say when your kids tell you school is boring.
• Today’s Parent explored babywearing, cultural appreciation, and cultural appropriation.
• Romper shared a piece called “It’s Time to Retire the Phrase ‘Working Mom.'”
• Parents reported that American Girl has released a “World by Us” doll and line of books to promote equality.
• Your Laugh of the Week comes from The Belladonna, from our own Kate: “Boys And Girls Are So Different — It’s Like My Son Is Literally Another Species.”

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

On Corporette Recently…

• We (and the readers) talked about small purchases that make us happy.
• The Hunt rounded up statement necklaces for work.
• We looked back at past Corporette posts, including zero-waste cleaning products and doing a wardrobe revamp.

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