Pregnancy
Third Trimester Tips & Survival Tricks
An expectant mother is trying to handle the exhaustion, new emotions, and physical discomforts during her third trimester of pregnancy. We have some been-there-done-that advice to share.
Money & Work
The New-Mom’s Guide to Finding Part-Time Work
Amalah answers one of her most frequently asked questions… how do you find meaningful part-time work that allows you to have that elusive work-life balance? Where do you start?
Pregnancy
Lesson Learned: Should You Come Clean About Your Pregnancy When Interviewing for A Job?
How to deal with the interviewing process when you are expecting.
Your Life
Morning Tips for Working Moms
A Non-Morning Person’s guide to surviving the morning rush.
Your Life
The Politics of Pajamas
I used to wake up every morning for work, before my husband did. I would shower and get dressed in suits and heels and I wore makeup and blow-dried my hair every day. And then I had a baby.
Pregnancy
When Should I Tell My Boss I’m Pregnant?
A previous advice-seeker writes back with an update every employer, boss, manager, supervisor, HR rep and company should read.
Your Life
Pump It Up
Two boobs, one pump, and two very different experiences.
Your Life
Bouncing Back After Breastfeeding
Practical tips for postpartum boobcare.
Baby
Packing the Perfect Diaper Bag
You’ve packed everything but the kitchen sink. But what if you’re out and you NEED THE KITCHEN SINK? (Yep, it’s time to relax and streamline.)
Your Life
Maternity Leave Milestones
What can I reasonably expect to get done during my maternity leave?
Pregnancy
When You’re Not Going Back
Quitting your job before, during or after maternity leave.
Pregnancy
The End of a (Maternity Leave) Era
Time’s up, new mama. How to make a smooth(ish) transition back to the working world.
Pregnancy
When Should I Tell My Boss I’m Pregnant? (The New Employee Edition)
I started a new job and found out I was pregnant, all in the same week. NOW WHAT?
Baby
When Should I Tell My Boss I’m Pregnant?
Is it wrong to keep it a secret until after a performance review & raise?
Pregnancy
Take Back…or Don’t: Extending Those Pregnancy Benefits
Confession: I have not cleaned a litter box since February 2008.
Baby
Postpartum Company: Who, When & How Long?
A good postpartum support network of friends and family is essential…but do they really have to stay at your house the whole time?
Baby
The NICU & You: When You Go Home Before Your Baby
This week, Amalah and Alexa discuss preemies, extended hospital stays, casseroles, stupid relatives and Google University.
Baby
Returning to Work: How to Survive & How to Cut Yourself Some Slack Already
Returning to work after maternity leave can be hard. Should you go back to work or become a stay at home mom?
Pregnancy
Week 31
You’re at Week 31 of your pregnancy. Time is flying by! How to prepare for Maternity Leave.