Moms in Advertising

For those not in the northeast (ie, not in overwhelmed areas), would you send your kid to day camp starting in mid-June or July if possible? I’m in the Midwest and my state hasn’t been hit too hard. I… more

Anyone else feeling some dread over being a remote working parent and it being viewed negatively? Or are there enough parents in leadership or up-and-comers who want to be parents that we just need ..

Any mom have a pampers diaper code that they are not using? Trying to take advantage of a promotion that is expiring in 5 days but my new diaper shipment doesn’t arrive until mid May . Can return the … more

What is one thing you would reinvent or reset to help better the industry for us coming out this situation?

This could be a good opportunity to blow it up and start over or a less intense version of that.

This in… more

We had grandma over yesterday to play with our older son for a couple of hours. They were playing a game that allows you to make faces from emoji parts. He pointed to the tear faced emoji and said...

For those of you who are included in new biz and well respected by exec leadership or in exec leadership... do your teams/agencies handle projects or new biz differently to accommodate your schedule a… more

Hi moms! I have four new/newish moms on my team and I’d like to rally everyone together to do something/get them something for Mother’s Day.

Two months pregnant today. First kid and no parents to give advice. So what should I expect, work-wise? When do I tell my boss? Has anyone successfully negotiated getting maternity when there aren’t a… more

Are daycares going to open back up? How can they possibly implement social distancing? And if they do open up, are they going to close back down in the fall with the second wave?

I want to sit in the dark and in silence after the number of times I heard “mama” today from my kids. Toddlers really do push you to the brink of insanity.

I cursed at my 4 year old today. I feel like the worst mom ever.

Anyone have suggestions on activities for kids 3/4 that don’t require a ton of supervision? We have done watercolor paint, play doh, coloring, etc...all the basics ha. Need something new.

Does anyone here medicate for add and anxiety? I have been on adderall for my add (not adhd) for about 15 years. I’ve had anxiety for a long time but this is making it crazy.. more in comments

Daycare closed through at least June 29. 😬

feel bad for my daughter cuz no one can play with her even though my husband and I are both home but we are working. Thinking about taking a day off a week so she gets some attention.

Has anyone gone down to a reduced work week because of how hard this is rn?

Long shot but does anyone know of a manny in Cape Cod that would consider a temp gig as a live-in? We’d pay NYC rates and room + board are free. For a 2.5 yo and a 4 mo. Mom and dad would be home

Have you all heard about the EFMLA? You can get 2/3 pay for 12 weeks if you need to care for a child due to corona and have no one else. And your job is protected. My coworker is doing it.

Just found out I’m pregnant with number2 not even sure if it will stick but I’m terrified, nervous, and anxious. I got put on a new team. It’s going to be ok, right - Both at work and with having 2?

Should your spouse tell you if they are drinking or getting high? Should you care? Should you care if you have kids?

I wish people understood that even though I’m out of work I still have a toddler to watch all day so no I haven’t learned how to code or use premiere.

I can’t tell anymore: are all married people miserable? Is it normal to think, ‘I can’t do this anymore’ when we’re alone? How do I reconcile that w/ my love for my child & their relationship?

I’m burnt the fuck out. I’m not performing well at work. I’m staying up late to get some work done. I can barely have meetings and drive the work like I’m supposed to. A coworker got pissed at me....

Just a post about the crippling fear & anxiety that I may get laid off bc of COVID. Been laid off b4 but this time I’m the breadwinner & feeling like I’m failing my fam. Anyone else feeling th… more

I got laid off (60% of co let go)due to covid wrecking havoc on q2, after an already shaky q1. Awful time to be looking for a job...but I’m also 10.5 wks pregnant. What now?! 😩 Do I tell companies?

I’m drowning. My kid is struggling and acting out. My husband thinks he is helping but wants an award for every 30 minutes he spends parenting.

Does anyone else find it oddly amusing to hear male leaders with kids talk about “finding balance” and the new normal or mixing work and kids?! What the hell do they think we have been doing for ages?

My best friend just had a miscarriage. She is devastated. How do I offer support in these strange times?

kids aren’t old enough to Learn on their own so we have to help with elearning. 2 full time WFH parents in advertising where our hours are even longer than normal. The teacher emails and asks (cont)

What are some of the activities/services/conversations you’re finding helpful at your agency? I’d love to hear from you about what’s been helping you in this crazy time?

Resources for free or low cost virtual therapy these days? Just had twins and suffer from PPD. Worried about losing my job and our healthcare. The anxiety is crippling & I don’t have support. Pls … more

I got laid off on the 16th, and while I am looking for new jobs, I genuinely don’t know if it’s worth it right now. Continued-

Guys, I kept my nanny who is a single mom and let her bring her baby a few days a week. Am I horribly irresponsible?! I felt like My options were: take leave, get a nanny or screw the agency.

Are your employers being understanding of your schedule as working parents?

How’s everyone’s week 2 going? Better? Worse?

Bad idea to get out of NYC with 2 kids (22 months and 3 months) and escape to NC to family’s house? 4 people in 900 sq feet and PPD is starting to get to us.