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Work & Motherhood

The choices can feel overwhelming, but remember – you’re not alone. Get fresh inspiration and perspective with advice from real mamas.

I didn’t want to choose between mom life + career life—so I made both work

When work gets busy just in time for baby’s arrival, take a deep breath and remember you’ve got this!

Dear working moms: You inspire me. Thank you. Love, this stay-at-home mom.

Thank you for showing us that who you were before, although never the same again after children, is important to preserve.

Reminder: Working from home is still working

Because working from home is definitely, without a doubt, working.

working mom: woman in white button down shirt laughing

I was scared working would hurt my kids, but it actually saved us

Because of work, my children thrive, I thrive and we’re able to live the simple, focused life we love.

10 productivity tips to help you unleash your inner Mom Boss

The average mom only gets 17 minutes of alone time per day. We challenge you to find more without sacrificing.

project nursery co-founder working at her desk

Overcoming work challenges: How the co-founders of Project Nursery maintain a thriving business

We already loved Project Nursery for the decor. Now we want the co-founders to be our BFFs.

To the working mom who always feels like she’s in two places at once…

The truth is it’s hard not thinking about work when you’re home or home when you’re at work.

How going back to work helped me get back to myself

Sometimes it takes getting back to work to feel like getting back to “you.”

work-life balance: woman working from home

You can do this: How to get work-life balance on your terms

Putting the Mom + Boss together isn’t always easy—but you’ve got this.

You’re doing a great job, mama: How to ditch working mom self-doubt today

You wouldn’t criticize your best friend for overlooking an email when she’s preoccupied by a sick little one, right?

5 ways working mamas can make + keep more money

5 ways working mamas can make + keep more money

You value your time, your money, and most of all your children.

Woman wearing a coat and holding a briefcase

Productive + focused: Why mothers are rock star employees

Mothers know that when the children are napping, they have a set amount of time to accomplish something. 

working mother bonding with baby

9 ways to stay super-bonded with baby as a working mother

3. Leave at least 2 hours between your return home and your baby’s bedtime, if possible.

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