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Updated: Aug 25, 2023 Leave a Comment · by CorporetteMoms Staff

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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.

Did we miss anything? Add ’em here, or send them to news@corporettemoms.com. Thank you!

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