Weekend Open Thread

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Happy weekend! This time of the year always makes me happy for a purchase I made on a whim a few years ago: one of these woobee plush blankets from Rain or Shine Kids (I think I got it through Baby Steals). The blanket is plush on one side, and nylon on the other, and there are two straps that allow you to attach it wherever you want — so it’s the perfect fall layer for your stroller, carseat, or baby carrier, and it can even be used as a picnic blanket or changing pad in a pinch. It’s much more lightweight (and removable) than our heavy-duty winter stroller bunting, so it’s perfect for this “is it cold? humid? hot? windy?” kind of weather. It’s $58 at Amazon (which seems to be low in stock but has more on the way). Rain or Shine Kids Woobee Plush Blanket

Sales of note for 7/15/25

(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)

• Nordstrom – The Anniversary Sale is open for everyone — here’s our roundup!
• Ann Taylor – Semiannual sale, extra 50% off sale styles
• Banana Republic Factory – 40-60% off everything + extra 50% off clearance
• Eloquii – Limited time, 100s of styles starting at $9
• J.Crew – End of season cashmere sale, take 40% off select cashmere
• J.Crew Factory – All-Star Sale, 40-70% off entire site and storewide and extra 60% off clearance
• M.M.LaFleur – Sitewide Sale, save 25% with code — 48 hours only! Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off
• Spanx – Free shipping on everything
• Talbots – All markdowns, buy 2 get 1 free, on TOP of an extra 40% off (ends 7/15)

And — here are some of our latest threadjacks of interest – working mom questions asked by the commenters!!

• The concept of “backup care” is so stupid…
• I need tips on managing employees in BigLaw who have to leave for daycare pickup…
• I’m thinking of leaning out to spend more time with my family – how can I find the perfect job for that?
• I’m now a SAHM and my husband needs to step up…
• How can I change my thinking to better recognize some of my husband’s contributions as important, like organizing the shed?
• What are your tips to having a good weekend with kids, especially with little kids? Do you have a set routine or plan?