Moms in Advertising

Just an appreciation post to the single parents out there. ❤️❤️

Does anyone’s spouse suffer from anxiety that has escalated during the pandemic? How do you cope? Especially when you also have a toddler. Every day feels like a roller coaster and I fear it’s impacti… more

I just started a new job and am 10 weeks along in my pregnancy. I interviewed and accepted the offer prior to knowing I was pregnant. When should I break the news to my boss and team? I’m currently wo… more

Do you ever get tired of being good? A good mom, a good wife/partner, a good worker, a good leader, a good daughter/sister/friend, a good homeowner/renter, a good mediator and meditator, a good consum… more

When weighing a new job, how do you ensure the flexibility you need is there? I have young children and while my career is important, my kids always come first. So being able to do school pick up when… more

My 8 month old is starting to wake up earlier than before. He used to wake up between 7:30 and 8:30 and now he wakes up at 6! Has that happened to you and is there a way to course correct?

How much do you flaunt or hide your momness in your portfolio about me section?

I keep on interviewing for new roles and keep on getting passed up. Am told my experience is great, but there are more qualified candidates. I have asked for feedback and understand everyone is busy, … more

I started a new job in February and just found out I’m pregnant. If the calculations are correct, I’ll be at 40 weeks a a few days before I reach my first anniversary, which would mean I’m not eligib… more

I’ve been feeling incredibly frustrated at the lack of follow through and systemic change that our industry promises over and over. Remember the black squares? Remember the Commit to Change initiative? Remember all you… more

Hurtful when a “friend” of 10 years cuts you off after you get pregnant... she kept bailing/inviting out and canceling on me through out my pregnancy, last week was my virtual baby shower that my sist… more

Why don’t all public elementary schools go until 6? Even if 3-6pm is just kids hanging out and playing with aides watching them. Would solve so many issues. My town has an after care program- why it’s… more

Is it normal not to get a raise because I’m on maternity leave? I’m being told I don’t get one because I haven’t been working…but they also delayed my raise last year when I was working because of pan… more

Are you as good at your job now that you are a mom as you were pre-kid?

I feel like I’m always in a fog. I’ve been doing my job for many years and it seems like every time I start something now it’s like, wait, what am I doing again? I have a toddler who doesn’t sleep wel… more

Offered a (long overdue) title upgrade...without a raise. Has anyone been in this situation recently? Tips for negotiation? I’ve searched a bit on fishbowl but not digging anything up...

About to have second kid and just feeling defeated about this industry. I do not plan on returning to my current job and not sure what to do after. Anyone just never com back or do something different… more

My 17 year old French nephew is looking for an American family in NY to be immersed in English for maybe a month or two. What is this called? What can I Google? “Short term foster parenting”? Sounds w… more

Ok sleep-deprived mom here who is desperately ready to leave her toxic agency. I’m trying to get my resume together...joy...and wanted to ask the account and/or strategy folks what resume format seems… more

Are daycares tax deductible?

for my birthday, husband just gifted me a solo kid-free 3 night stay. I want to stay in Chicago downtown. Where should I stay and what should I do? Feel like I am losing my mind.

Has anyone ran a marathon when you were around 6 months pregnant? Just found out I’m expecting (YAY!) but I’m also signed up for the Chicago Marathon in August and wondering if any other moms have don… more

Started trying for a baby 1 month ago and just took 2 pregnancy tests this morning and they were positive!! Cant believe it happened so fast, but als excited and don’t want to do any work today. When … more

Curious to know if your workplace sent any kind of celebratory mother’s day email?

Does anyone else get really melancholy during pms? I’m just so sad and I can’t shake it...full well knowing it’ll pass in a few days when I get my period.

Moms who had a baby in the NICU- what kind of gifts were most helpful or meaningful? My art partners first baby came many weeks early over Mother’s Day. Outlook is fairly good, thankfully, but they wo… more

Any other moms out there hungover AF today? 🙋🏼‍♀️

Has anyone seen that stat that working moms spend more time on childcare than SAHM in 1965? Random, but that makes me wonder, what did women do all day back then? Just chill with their friends and stu… more

Happy Mother’s Day to all of you! Hoping you all get a much-needed break today and do something for yourself ❤️

Need some advice! I’m considering looking for a part-time job after returning to work from maternity leave and being extremely overwhelmed and exhausted. Any recos on where to look, who to speak with?

Has anyone ever seen a therapist that specializes in fertility struggles? Would appreciate any recommendations. I’m struggling.

What’re mom’s c-section recovery experiences? Doctor says 6 weeks but what does that even mean? 6 weeks until going back to the gym? 6 weeks to being able to get out of bed? 6 weeks with meds? And bey… more

Question for the group. I am a CD who is out on maternity leave. An idea my partner and I presented before I left got put on a shelf and now, while I am out, it is going into production. My partner is… more

Really need advice/opinions. My close friends are having their wedding the day of my son’s 1st birthday (poor planning & lack of consideration on their part). I could move the bday to the followin… more

What’s a typical % increase to expect when you get a promotion? Thx!

I stopped breastfeeding almost 6 months ago, I think it’s time to stop with the nursing bras 😂 What’s everyone’s fav bra now that the jugs look/feel a bit different?