Moms in Advertising

At what week of pregnancy did you just feel so DONE with work? I realize our office jobs aren't exactly physically difficult, but at 35 weeks pregnant, I feel like I only have 3-4 hours of good wo… more

Anyone in BK or Manhattan want to do a house swap? We’re in Oakland,Ca. Need a change of scenery. We’ve got a big house & yard, close to redwoods and beaches. We have 2 kids so v kid friendly digs… more

Hi moms! I’m a week shy of starting my new job, which is 100% remote. I’ll be agency side on the strategy team. As some background, I was laid off back in March and have been home with my babies for 6… more

CONFESSION: I will never be able to go back to sexy lacy underwire bras after 6 months in True & Co and soft work out bras. 🍈🍈

How many moms that are WFH have lunch with their kids everyday? I find that I still work through lunch to make up for oddly spaced meetings...I do have days when I feel guilty for not prioritizing lun… more

Any divorcées out there? How did you know when it was time to call it quits? Any regrets doing so in hindsight? Has it been as hard on your kids as you expected?

Any mamas really want more children but likely won’t because of age, partner not wanting more, cost, infertility, etc? How are you managing those feelings? Would love some tips ❤️

Got laid off today. Any and all job leads in the chicago area or any open to remote work would be much appreciated! Happy to do freelance! I know this is a hard time for everyone. Really hoping I don’… more

Got a 14mo who either needs to go back to daycare in 2 weeks (just paid our deposit) or we need to somehow scramble for a nanny. Northeast NJ. SO needs to teach in school, no virtual option for staff.… more

Looking for advice please! I’ve got an appraisal coming up and my boss has said that as I’m “exceeding expectations” for my current role, he’d like to talk to me about an expanded role with new opport… more

AITA? My husband was looking on his phone on the bed before 5pm. Pick up for our kid is 6. I left the bedroom, prepped dinner and at 5:45, looked to see him with his eyes closed on the bed. So I went … more

How do I get over the anxiety in early pregnancy? Had a miscarriage in January, currently around 5wk pregnant. First ultrasound not til 8wks. So worried about losing it again and stressing over every … more

When did you start feeling tired during your pregnancy? I’m 5 weeks away from due date and I’m starting to feel slow and wanting to take naps during the day 😓

Does anyone else find the 90s Disney songs way better than the more recent ones? Have been watching Lion King and Little Mermaid andBeauty &the Beast with my kids and the songs are so much more fu… more

Do you expect your friends to remember your children’s birthday?

Quick vent: I’ll be a first time mom in about 5 weeks and my 3rd trimester is majorly catching up with me. I’ve been grinding pretty hard/want to work as long as I can but my boss (who has genuine emp… more

So, I love my job (i work brand side). When I wake up at 4 am to go to the bathroom and can’t fall back to sleep (I’m in my third trimester), is it weird that I just want to get work done for a couple… more

Today was an especially hard day. Constantly feeling like I’m failing at my job and at being a mom. And I don’t even have kids old enough to have to home school them.

What are some good at home pregnancy workouts! Used to do HIIT but because lazy (and now early preg) during the pandemic

I’ve become a mom who hides in the bathroom to be alone. Wish I had the space for more comfortable seating.

What have you done when having a migraine while being pregnant?

Any London-based moms here? Considering a move next year. How is work/life balance? Cost of childcare? (Will have a 9 month old by then)

Do any other moms here find your coworkers without kids resentful towards you because you have to take care of your kids/family and they don’t? I can’t work nonstop till 3am but they can and lately th… more

So, what if your kid is in a 6 person Montessori class with no interaction outside of their “pod”, serious disinfection and prevention practices and all the other parents are super socially conscious and aw… more

Any agencies providing interesting solutions to support parents struggling with childcare?

I've hit a wall in the last 24 hours and could use some help and guidance - I just got assigned to lead two new accounts, and as far as I can tell, both are dumpster fires. I'm already feelin… more

Going back to work after 3 months of maternity leave. Our company has us wfh for at least the rest of the year. Not sure what to expect having a newborn at home while working. Daycare is not a option… more

Getting in my 8th month and starting to feel sore in my groin area. I read it’s because the baby is adding pressure down there. Do you know if it’s bad to do inner thigh exercises? I do easy floor exe… more

Working with someone who is frequently flippant, disrespectful, and obstinate. I need this person in order to my job effectively, and every time I give feedback that I would like more collaboration an… more

Does anyone have any good examples of how agencies/leadership are supporting working parents, with kids at home, right now? My agency seem to just be ignoring it completely.

How do you deal with sweets/junk food and your kids? Mine eat healthy/unprocessed foods for their main meals, but my husband has no qualms giving them sweets every night for dessert- a little ice crea… more

I lost my job in April because of the economic crisis. I was a Senior Art Director at an agency. That same weekend I found out I was pregnant. Since then I’ve been applying to so many positions in sev… more

How are you feeling about up coming reviews? I started a new position and have been learning my role and trying to care for a kid at the same time. Feeling like that will be used against me because I’… more

Had one of those days where I got through a grueling client review, came out feeling good, got briefed on some new thing, felt energized, put the kiddo to bed, telling him, “I had this idea about ____” and … more

Ladies what do you do for a side hustle Incase advertising doesn’t work out? I will start. I own a rental property that I manage myself.