News Roundup

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

  • Inc. reported that jewelry brand Kendra Scott is making the day after Mother’s Day a paid holiday—and it’s encouraging other companies to do the same.
  • Essence reported that Simone Biles has released a line of activewear with Athleta that’s designed for girls ages 6-12.
  • Speaking of amazing athletes, The Root noted that Allyson Felix’s lifestyle brand, Saysh, will give pregnant customers a new pair of sneakers if their shoe size changes, courtesy of its Maternity Returns Policy.
  • Romper shared a piece by a mom about how being pregnant and hoping to have a daughter conflicted with her views on gender in general.
  • Parents listed 12 meaningful ways to teach kids about Earth Day.
  • Scary Mommy noted that American Airlines has brought back its practice flights for kids with autism, anxiety, and other conditions that can make flying challenging.
  • Today’s Parent shared a personal essay by a woman whose experiences with infertility led her to become a death doula specializing in infertility, pregnancy loss, and caregiver support.
  • The Washington Post spoke to the author and illustrator of popular children’s book Everywhere Babies about it recently being banned by a county school district in Florida.
  • Your Laugh of the Week comes from Frazzled, with “Your Kid Would Like to Talk to You About Your Screen Time.”

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