Moms in Advertising

Am I the only one that thinks we should hold off on performance evaluations until after things go back to normal? I don’t think it’s fair to critique my work when we’re all juggling home schooling.

I am SO excited to get back to work after mat leave. Cont..

Didn’t really think through introducing a new potential tradition for the holidays. Now because I got flustered, St. Nick is Santa’s head elf and he does a practice run ahead of Xmas to see that every… more

I’ve been paired with a 12 yr old boy in my (very) extended family’s holiday gift exchange. Anybody here know some good gifts for that age and stage in life? Recommended spend is $20-$40. Would love t… more

Recruiter reached out about a pretty insane job. I know I’d have a shot but I’m 19w and in a country where leave is 12 months. I feel like I would have to disclose this during the interview... thought… more

Always been career focused but since kids am struggling between these 2 worlds. Don't have energy to drive my career upward and am barely staying up to speed now, just feel like I'm falling b… more

So I heard on the International women’s forum recently that 51% of women across the globe (in well developed countries) feel it’s almost impossible to work while having a family.
Sometimes I feel like this … more

Is anyone else feeling a sense of increased anxiety but can’t put their finger on why? My workload actually feels a bit lighter, but I’m feeling a sense of almost suffocation. The holidays? Seasonal d… more

Love spending time with my 5 year old son but GOD I AM SO SICK of playing with his superhero action figures ALL THE TIME.

Ill do crafts, play board games, legos.. anything else! But he rarely bites. It’s just so… more

Ok. Potty training tips for a willful kiddo? Our almost-3-y/o did ok the first few days, but more recently has decided she’s going to hold it because she “doesn’t want to.” She’s mostly pants-less or … more

Did your hips get wider after birth? (Outside of weight gain) 🤔 I lost all my weight more or less and wondering if I should get rid of 15 pairs of pants I can’t fit in anymore 😩 and go one size abov… more

Planning on taking a year for my second child. My older will be 19 months apart. I am afraid no one will hire an older lady with two kids. Currently can’t stand my current job. I know I won’t regret s… more

My son was just doing that meditation exercise where you mindfully eat one raisin, but instead he ate the entire box. When I told him this he said “I mindfully ate the entire box” 🤣

Anyone else really tapped out by how much everyone - kids, spouse, etc. - needs from you? Reached the point of tears and have no idea what to do next. I’m just overwhelmed. How do you recharge?

I was short and a bit chubby before pregnancy. At 18 weeks I’ve gained 17lbs. Terrified of what I will be at 40 weeks. Can I slow this down?

Pump: elvie or willow? Due in March and tempted by the Black Friday sales... Anyone hate theirs or wish they’d gotten the other one?

I’m about to be offered a freelance contract that sounds like it could be fairly long term. It would start as a couple months to start and then revisit contract. I’m due with my second in May. I don’t… more

Hi! I’m about 12 wks pregnant, super nervous to tell my new employer. When is a good time to tell them? (And yes, I’ve been at the company less than 1 year.)

I don’t think I can stomach sleep training 😖 Any motivational stories, tips, or other experiences? Baby is 8 weeks old.

I’m 18 weeks pregnant and my capacity for stress is maxed out. I am being overwhelmed with work and finding all the solutions I can but it doesn’t stop. How can I tell my boss this is crazy without hi… more

My husband took the baby to Costco. The house is quiet. Empty. What do I do?

I am one week postpartum and my boobs are engorged, I’m bleeding and sore, the baby is a brute and eats every 1-2 hours, and my husband just asked me “when can we have sex again?” Please give me the s… more

Anyone just staying at their work place because is Covid? I’m not getting ahead or a raise want to leave, but Covid. Dead end, but think I’m just going to have another kid.

This whole preggo thing would be much easier if the secret first trimester was the one you felt the best in. 🤢

Do you have a nanny in your home or have you interviewed a nanny during COVID? Any important lessons you may be willing to share? My previous nanny agreed to wear a mask but I mostly saw it slide unde… more

Seriously considering quitting with nothing lined up. I'm so overwhelmed with taking care of a 6 month old and working this job with no structure and poor management. Doing my best but I'm get… more

Can I interview while trying to conceive? Most maternity leave policies require that you’re at the company for 1 year. Afraid I won’t get any if I get pregnant right away. It happened with my first.

Maternity bra advice needed! I’m 20 weeks and suddenly a 36D/DD (used to be an A/B) and struggling to find a comfortable bra. Been living in sports bras. Just want something comfortable and light idea… more

Feeling SO unmotivated lately. I once had a bunch of friends at my agency and now they’ve all left or been furloughed. And now I’m stuck on a lean team with a toxic non-stop-work culture. Send help!

I thought my nausea was gone (16w) and have been puking the most today. Whyyyy. What happened to magical 2nd tri.

What are ways you and your partner have fought/been tough on each other, because of newborn sleep deprivation? I’m feeling down because my partner’s being passive aggressive and I’m tired. I would lov… more

Had a baby 20 months ago. Interest in sex is non existent and I feel weird when husband grabs my boobs - even if I stopped breastfeeding some months ago. Will I ever be normal again 😳

Any toddler music albums that won’t make me want to wear earplugs/drink at 9am? Don’t say Raffi or Lisa Loeb. Thanks!

Clueless first time mom to be. Do I need to pump if I’m taking significant time off (12mos)?

I’m 8 weeks pregnant with my 2nd baby and the exhaustion and nausea are absolutely killing me. Plus caring for a 2.5 year old. I feel like I’m not firing on all cylinders at work and I’m a zombie at h… more

I have a 16-month-old son and not a single mom friend. It feels so pathetic to write that. I'd love to find other moms so my kid can have playdates, but also so I can have someone to talk to, comm… more

Anyone have a gps tracker for kids that are not old enough for phones?

I’m interviewing and have decided to own being a mom and the career choices I made along that journey. It’s really a powerful experience to just bring myself to these meetings. Wanted to share in case… more