Both Corporette and CorporetteMoms have great communities, full of discussion, questions, and thoughtful conversations. We already round up these “threadjacks of interest” on Corporette; now we’re rounding up our working mom questions here on CorporetteMoms!
December 2019
- I’m looking for encouragement, tips, or anything about having twins.
- Anyone ever weaned a toddler while pregnant?
- My baby’s diapers keep leaking.
- How do you handle payroll and withholding for nannies?
- Is it appropriate to talk to the pediatrician about behavior stuff?
- When do you let your somewhat-sick kid stay home?
- How do you deal with different parenting styles?
- We are traveling to Asia with a 4-year-old.
- I’m 2 cm dilated and 80% effaced but just got two new assignments at work.
- Does anybody have experience with putting a high-needs baby in daycare?
November 2019
- What are your tips for moving with kids?
- What time does your 3-year-old go to bed?
- How much do you pump on average?
- I want a second kid. DH is on the fence.
- Have you taken depression/anxiety meds while pregnant?
October 2019
- I feel guilty about spending $40 on a kids’ Halloween costume.
- Anyone hire nighttime care for a newborn?
- Convince me to not throw in the towel as a working mom.
- How would you handle pump breaks for a daylong interview?
- Potty advice? Do you recommend the kind with steps attached?
September 2019
- How do you navigate real names vs. nicknames at school?
- Anyone have experience taking medication for PPD/PPA while nursing?
- Tell me about your decision NOT to breastfeed.
- How ethical are you about daycare fever rules?
- Any tips for getting a baby to nap in a noisy environment?
- What is your ideal childcare and housekeeping situation?
- Any ideas to help a 1-year-old get enough sleep?
- Anyone have thoughts on job changes in the first year as a parent?
- I’m road-tripping soon with my 19-month-old.
- I’m on a committee in my community to improve daycare.
- How long has it taken your toddlers to adjust to a new daycare?
- If you had the option for PGT/PGD for IVF embryos, did you do it?
- I need tips for pumping while traveling.
- Any creative solutions to keep childcare costs low?
- When did you stop sending bottles to daycare?
August 2019
- My baby is two months old and I’m dreading going back to work.
- I have two young kids and feel like I’m drowning every day.
- I have a toddler and I’m not getting enough sleep.
- My 4.5-year-old is not showing interest in learning to read.
- How long did it take for you to get pregnant?
- Most nights, my husband gets home after the kids are in bed.
- I’m weaning my 17-month-old and it’s making me so sad!
- Please help me with language for a “no gifts” party invite.
- What’s a good tool for sharing info with your spouse for family projects?
- My 3-week-old has been waking up every hour at night.
- Tips for flying with a 15-month-old?
- How can I get prescribed anxiety medication quickly?
- Having two nannies is causing problems.
- How can I stop post-dinner dessert grazing?
- My son is very anxious about going to pre-K.
- I’m deciding between two nannies.
- I need toy-organizing, clutter-busting, and book-storing hacks.
- My twins seem to hate each other.
- What are good investment pieces for after maternity leave?
- How do you teach kids to play solo?
- Will carseats damage leather seats?
- I’m considering taking a job a 1.5-hour flight away from home for two months.
- Is it awkward to be in a bathing suit around your colleagues (plus college interns)?
- Why do SAHMs often look more relaxed with their kids?
- I need tips on transitioning a 19-m.o. to a sippy cup.
- How can I deal with parents transitioning to retirement?