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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.

Working motherhood is hard. That’s also what makes it meaningful.

I have learned that my life is much more meaningful when I say yes to hard work with intention and purpose.

This CEO mama is working to create incredible job opportunities for new moms

Whether on maternity leave, looking to dip your toes in a project, or ready to dive into a new career move STAT.

How this healthy mama + CEO is keeping you safe during pregnancy and beyond

Founder + CEO of healthy mama chats with us about creating safe and effective products for pregnant and nursing mamas.

How I found meaning in the mundane work of new motherhood

I want my son to feel loved. That I care deeply about providing for him. Not that he’s a burden—even at 2 am.

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.

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