News Roundup
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Some of the articles of interest to working mothers that we’ve seen around the web recently…
- NPR reported, “Even as their contributions to family incomes have grown in recent years, women in opposite-sex marriages are still doing more housework and caregiving than men.” You don’t say!
- NPR also explained why 67 million children around the world missed either some or all routine vaccinations between 2019 and 2021, and 48 million children didn’t receive a single dose.
- The Washington Post looked at the effects of the ADHD medication shortage on school-age kids.
- Wealthy Single Mommy provided tons of resources for single moms, including a state-by-state guide.
- The New York Times explained how asking a certain question can guide you in helping someone who’s upset: “Do you want to be helped, heard, or hugged?”
- Romper explored the value of those unflattering photos our kids tend to take of us.
- Parents reported on a Care.com poll that found that 41% parents (of 1,000 polled) said another parent had “stolen” their babysitter, and 35% admitted to stealing one from someone else.
- Scary Mommy shared the most and least safe swimsuit colors for kids; certain neon colors make them easier to see in the water.
- Your Laugh of the Week comes from McSweeney’s, with “Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Action Movie Trailer.”
Also, do be sure to check out the news update over at Corporette!
On Corporette Recently…
- We looked at how workday lunch habits have changed because of the pandemic.
- A land use planner in Canada shared her Personal Money Snapshot.
- We discussed where to shop if you need clothes ASAP.
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