Moms in Advertising

I just want to say - I heard all the crappy stuff about becoming a mom and didn’t hear any of the joyful bits. It’s hard and all that but it’s the most amazing thing in the world. Just a PSA if you’re… more

I returned to work a few months ago from maternity leave. I’ve been put on accounts with no support, and the weight of everything is on my shoulders. I have said multiple times I need help, but wasn’t… more

My gift to myself for Mother’s Day this year is going to be an overnight stay at a hotel...by myself...in peace and quiet.

Any advice for head lice???

Has anyone gotten hired pregnant? Curious of your stories.

I was let go during the pandemic and I 100% believe it was because I had kids and could not work around the clock. I’m enjoying freelance and was recently offered a full time remote position. I’m ju… more

I had a miscarriage and I am scared to get pregnant.

NYC moms - I’m pregnant with my first and I’ll be apartment hunting soon. How would you approach setting the right budget for rent given the childcare and other baby costs coming my way?

My nanny is not coming this week because her son tested positive for Covid. The results for his test came back today, so my nanny got tested this afternoon and results won’t be back for another 2-3 da… more

Poll: how many moms here had the occasional drink or two during pregnancy?

Just finished Expecting Better and am curious how common this is.

Did anyone else feel crazy at 6 weeks pregnant? One day depressed, the next anxious? Can’t figure out if it’s pregnancy, pandemic or coup related...🤷‍♀️

6 months pregnant and I cannot sleep at all. Not just discomfort sometimes it’s for no reason. Everyone I ask for advice says “lol wait till the baby gets here”. Thank you but honestly, what can I do … more

Any tips or tricks to get young children up and going in the morning? My kids are young and close in age - Kindergarten/1st grade/PreK. The middle cries, fights (like really fights) and refuses to get… more

Breast feeding moms, what are your thoughts on getting the Covid vaccine? Seems like there’s limited information out there and as my OB (not so) helpfully pointed out, they just have no idea what the … more

How common is it to ask for 2 weeks off before my due date? So essentially starting leave at 38 weeks. My agency has 0 mat leave policy and can’t really afford to pay me anything during leave so I’ll … more

Has anyone attempted to downshift their careers? Does that exist in advertising? I am on a growth trajectory, but not wanting it. I’m just sick of having no confidence in a night or weekend (as has be… more

How late would you tell your manager that you’re pregnant? It’s so easy to hide since I’m WFH. I’m not sure how long I should go

Shout out to my kids’ daycare, which decided to delay reopening until Wednesday, but didn’t tell us until this past Friday.

Pregnant with baby number two. I carry insurance and wanted to quit to stay home for a year. Anyone else get independent insurance? I am burnt out and my first born is only a year old.

Real talk... how truly valuable is a doula? I’m not in love with the idea of a random stranger touching me or telling me how to labor, but my doctor recommended looking into it for a natural birth.

A little embarrassing but F it! After 2 babies back to back please recommend some spandex-y or super control top panties to help with the fupa. My 2021 goal is to lose the baby weight (30 lbs) but I’m… more

As a new mom, have any of you had a mom mentor? Was it someone within your organization or outside? What did you gain from the connection?

The new toys from Santa will lose their magic in a day or two. Not sure what to do for 8 more days. I was really looking forward to the time off and now I find myself counting down to when work start… more

Does anyone have a Nanit Plus baby monitor? Is it worth the cost? Should I not worry about one before the baby is born since she will be in our room the first few months? I

3.5 years ago I was given a promotion without a raise. A year and a half later they gave me a raise but it did not put me in the range I should be in for for my level, years of experience and quality… more

Has anyone had a kid test positive for covid who is also asthmatic? Can you share your treatment protocols, particularly for making them more comfortable? My son is 21 months and doing okay. His oxyge… more

Has anyone successfully negotiated maternity leave before qualifying for your company’s maternity leave policy? I won’t have been at my company for a year before I give birth.

Toddler Moms... Anyone have tips for getting a threenager to sleep (& stay) in their bed?!? Trying to save my marriage and sanity over here...

Informal poll: Do you give holiday gifts to daycare providers? How much do you spend per person?

How long did you try to conceive before going to a fertility specialist? I’m 33 and have a child.

I fed my daughter solids too close to bedtime and she ended up throwing up in her sleep (she’s ok). But now she refuses to eat solids. Does anyone have a similar experience or advice?

“You’re not performing.” “Yeah, I have multiple kids during a pandemic.” “get it together or else.” “Okay, cool. So....fire me I guess?”

I’m on mat leave and have a position in my team that needs to be filled. I plan to ask HR and my other team members to weed through and do initial interviews and I can meet with finalists to weigh in.… more

My 6 year old has been having nightmares and he’s now afraid to sleep in his bed and has started coming into our bed in the middle of the night almost every night. Any advice on how I can help him thr… more

Would you tell future employers you are pregnant if it is super early? Or would you wait until it’s at the point where you are telling people in general? Or could you say something like there’s a chan… more

Tips on conflict resolution/taking a breath/cutting your spouse and self some slack? Covid has upended our life, we have a two year old, living with family, barely have sex, at each other’s throats co… more