Nursing/Postpartum Tuesday: Side-Access Nursing Hoodie
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I really like this nursing hoodie from Motherhood Maternity. I like the long length, the thumb holes in the sleeves, and the stripes. The nursing part of this hoodie is the zippers on the sides that allow access. When the zippers are closed, it looks like a regular hoodie. I would definitely wear this even past nursing — I’m still wearing my old nursing tank tops as pajamas, and my son is 3. They’re too comfy to throw away, and it’s not something I’d pass along. I’m also a big fan of a “French terry” hoodie. This one is currently on sale for $35 and is available in XS–XL. Side-Access Nursing Hoodie
Psst: Looking for more info about nursing clothes for working moms, or tips for pumping at the office? We’ve got them both…
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Sales of note for 4/24/25
(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)
- Nordstrom – 7,710 new markdowns for women!
- Ann Taylor – Friends of Ann Event: 30% off your entire purchase, including 100s of new arrivals
- Banana Republic Factory – Up to 50% off everything + extra 25% off
- Eloquii – Spring Clearance: Up to 75% off + extra 50-60% off sale
- J.Crew – Mid-Season Sale: Up to 60% off sale styles + up to 50% off summer-ready styles
- J.Crew Factory – Extra 50% off clearance + extra 15% off $100 + extra 20% off $125
- M.M.LaFleur – 3 pieces for $198. Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off
- Spanx – Lots of workwear on sale, some up to 70% off
- Talbots – Friends & Family Event: 30% off entire purchase, includes markdowns
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?
Favorite meatless meal recipes? Here is mine:
https://iowagirleats.com/crock-pot-black-bean-rice-soup/
Thanks!
Does anyone have any info about Kindercare centers re: reopening? When they closed in March it sounded like they closed everything at once except for the centers designated to care for children of essential workers. Just wondering if they’re going to wait to reopen until they can do so nationally or if any individual centers have reopened and if so where. We have no info from ours except “no date yet set for reopening.” But our state has started reopening and I’m supposed to go back to the office at least part time by June 1, so…
Did anyone read the NYT piece entitled “Turn Your Demanding Child Into a Productive Co-worker”? I went into it prepared to be annoyed but actually thought it made some good points — especially the part where she notes that getting kids to play independently/help out takes work and practice. I’ve noticed that over the last month, my kids (2 and 4) have by necessity gotten better at being by themselves, but it definitely took a LOT of practice, starting in small increments (“I’m going to clean the kitchen for ten minutes, and when I’m done I’ll play with you”) and working up to bigger ones.
But it also got me thinking that people on this board, especially parents of older kids, might have good advice for those of us trying to encourage independent play. What has worked for you?
I have a super skinny 2 year old and need pajama help. The 2T tops are getting too short but there is no way she could wear 3T bottoms – really some 2T bottoms are still too big. For reference, all of her summer shorts we just bought are 18m. She is out of diapers which doesn’t help. Do I just need mismatched tops and bottoms in different sizes?
I have a super skinny 2 year old and need pajama help. The 2T tops are getting too short but there is no way she could weave 3T bottoms – really some 2T bottoms are still too big. For reference, all of her summer shorts we just bought are 18m. She is out of diapers which doesn’t help. Do I just need mismatched tops and bottoms in different sizes?
I’m due with our first baby in October (hooray!). Our plan is to have a nanny for the first year or so, and then transition to an au pair (once we buy a house, we will tailor search to places that would accommodate an au pair easily).
But now that I’m reading all these articles about a resurgence of Covid-19 in the fall/winter, I’m wondering how the f**k we are going to find a nanny safely. Am I borrowing trouble, or do people with infants/people who are expecting share these worries?
High/Low Thread
Let’s do a high/low of the day… but I’m talking small potatoes high/low (no need to choose anything profound).
High: I let my kids play this SUPER FUN game which involved them wiping down my kitchen cabinets with baby wipes. They honestly thought it was the MOST fun thing to play this morning.
Low: Had a rugged feeding with the baby from 3-4AM… then the toddler woke up before 5:30… Also, the toddler – who is a great snuggler in a chair or on your lap is straight out of the UFC when she gets to snuggle in a bed. There were body slams. Somebody aggressively attempted to shove binkies in my mouth. Preschoolers were punched. I attempted to diffuse the situation by setting toddler up to play in the bathroom while I took a shower and… I had a fully pajama’d child climb into the shower with me at 6AM.
Parents of school-age kids: What are you planning to do if schools are closed this fall? Continue with online learning? Put together your own homeschool curriculum? I will have a kindergartener and a fifth-grader this fall. I don’t think I’m remotely equipped to be a teacher, but trying to continue combine teaching + full-time work sounds worse. DH doesn’t know it yet, but I really want to take a one-year break from working and just focus on getting our family through this time. We could swing 1 income for a year, although I wouldn’t feel comfortable doing it longer than that.
what are your toddlers favorite todays? thinking of gift ideas for my 2-year olds birthdays. was initially thinking a scooter but I am thinking he might not be old enough yet for it?
Something happy for today: if you’re in a position to give, who are you giving to this Giving Tuesday? We gave to WeCount, the immigrants right group. But we discussed the Chicago revolving bond fund. We are both employed and trying to donate the money we are saving from being home. The last round was to food banks.