News Roundup
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Some of the articles of interest to working mothers that we’ve seen around the web recently…
- USA Today reported on a recent survey that found that 1 in 5 American women said they were scolded, threatened, or otherwise mistreated during doctor visits while pregnant, with higher rates of mistreatment among women of color.
- The Wall Street Journal noted that the national average price of daycare and preschool services rose 6% in July from a year before — nearly double the overall inflation rate.
- The Washington Post answered a reader question about not discovering that your child is neurodivergent until their teenage years.
- Meanwhile, Parents detailed the impact of back-to-school time on parents of neurodivergent kids — and shared potential supports and accommodations for those students.
- The New York Times explained that perimenopause is often different for women of color — but unfortunately, many doctors aren’t aware.
- The 19th highlighted the Real Education and Access for Healthy Youth Act (REAHYA), which would make inclusive, trauma-informed sex education a requirement in schools nationwide.
- Ars Technica looked at criticism of the Kids Online Safety Act.
- PBS NewsHour reported that a new law will require school districts in New Jersey to offer free menstrual products for grades 6–12.
- Your Laugh of the Week comes from The Belladonna, with “Choreplay Sexts From Middle-Aged Married People.”
Also, do be sure to check out the news update over at Corporette!
On Corporette Recently…
- We asked readers if they fantasize about quitting.
- We updated our post on the best suits and the best briefcases, and the best plus-size designer clothing.
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