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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.

How one stay-at-home mom turned a baby clothing idea into an incredible business

“Other moms were in the same boat in terms of being over the snaps” on baby clothes. A business is born. 

Are you interviewing at a family-friendly company? Here are 5 ways to tell.

#5—Use free tools like Fairygodboss which allows you to read about experiences from women at thousands of companies.

This mom and startup CEO is creating the Uber for baby goods

Sarah is working hard to balance family and her growing business allowing families to borrow high quality baby gear.

How to tell your boss you’re pregnant

Here’s the Plan’s author helps you take control of the office discussion.

Working Moms: General Public Goods

Talking babes and biz with some of our fave pregnant Texans.

Focus, mama: 6 tips that will make you work more efficiently

The best tips for multitasking mamas from the book Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World

A sneak peek at Allyson Downey’s game-changing career guidebook for mamas

How to better manage your nights and weekends—an excerpt from Allyson Downey, founder of weeSpring’s new book.

5 ways new motherhood can improve your career

Having a baby creates a catalyst to think about your job in a whole new way; an opportunity to reassess your career.

Pregnancy Profile: I Still Love You NYC

Talking bumps & babies with jewelry designer Carrie Morrissey.

Let’s talk about working mama guilt

How to avoid the temptation to compare yourself, on both the work and home front.

What “having it all” means to me: A letter from CEO Sarah Wells to her daughters

CEO of Sarah Wells Bags tells her daughters how she got to where she is today, and the lessons she’s learned.

5 questions to ask before going back to work

Even those who love their work and are excited for the return can feel conflicted about leaving their little ones.

Want to become a mom entrepreneur? Jill Salzman will make you a #GIRLBOSS.

It is fitting for moms to become entrepreneurs — by raising a child, they are part of the entrepreneurial sort already.

How to Commute with a Baby

The best advice to get you to work on time without losing your mind.

Surviving Your First Few Weeks Back from Maternity Leave

Expert answers to real questions about making the transition to working mom.

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