Ask Motherly: Can you *really* work from home with a newborn (and no childcare)?

Essential gear for working from home with a newborn

Baby Bjorn

Bliss Bouncer

A lifesaver. I once took a phone call from a White House aide on a breaking news story while rocking my baby in this seat with my foot. Deadline: Met. Baby: Content. ( Read my full review on The BabyBjorn bouncer ; it rules).

Tula

Explore Carrier

Keeping baby close. Moms are obsessed with the The BabyTula Explore Carrier for good reason. It’s an all-in-one carrier (no infant insert required!) that you can use with your little one for up to three years. Just strap baby in, prop your laptop on your kitchen counter, and catch up on emails while your baby snoozes close to mama. This was my secret weapon when I was working full-time without childcare.