Moms in Advertising

I’m considering a move from NYC to a secondary market. Any tips for figuring out cost of living from afar?

Any tips on how to handle the guilt when your toddler says “I’m going to miss you so much” as you head off for another work trip? 💔

Halfway through my mat leave and considering leaving advertising and going in-house. Just not sure the ad hustle is worth it but I don’t know where to begin. Anyone have any luck with linkedin in LA?

Moms, my new neighbor had a baby. Any ideas what I should cook for her? I’m really good at soup but I feel like that could be odd. OR thinking something healthy like and eggplant lasagna (no pasta).

Childcare. How much do you pay per month, per child? Location and type (nanny, nanny share, daycare, etc)?

Which agencies REALLY offer flex for moms (hours, wfh, etc)?? I was gaslighted when trying to implement our agreed plan after mat leave. Looking for agencies that actually get and respect new parents.

Ever have to bring your kids into work? Ever have an anonymous complaint logged because you did? Shit happens. Did the best I could that day... people suck.

Have you ever been gaslighted, bullied and undermined by a narcissistic male boss? I am the breadwinner of my family and need to stay where I am for 10 months more at least. Any advices please?

Props to all the moms in ad land! Been trying to get preggo for almost half a year already. Just curious how long did it take you to conceive the first time?🤰😬

In your dream scenario (not limited by what is happening in your agency today), how would your agency better serve you as a working Mom? What would make the crazy shuffle more tolerable?

First time mom here - does maternity leave count toward total years of work? Also, how does it (or does it?) show up on background checks when looking at years worked at a place?

Anyone have a hard time with clients when you let them know you were going on maternity leave? I feel like they’re not a fan of me anymore since finding out I am pregnant.

Married moms what number do claim on your W-4? Even when single, I claimed 0. Should I claim myself? Now married & just had a baby confused about elections. Know it’s individual but seeking advice… more

What time do you moms wake up on weekends? Having major guilt about not being up before my son getting stuff done. (Single parent)

Update: last week I responded to Nicole Emerick’s post about what we’re asking from our agencies. Well I asked to work from home twice a week. HR came back with a hard and fast no...

Dear Moms,
Any tips on networking post kids? I have never been great at it, and now with drop-off, pick- ups and just day to day, I feel like I just don’t even know where to begin.

Have any of you (not to be cliched) leaned back after baby? I'm really struggling back at work and just don't feel like I'm doing anything even close to well.

Hi! I joined a new company 4 weeks ago and I need to tell them I'm pregnant, due in December. I just passed my 20wks scan💃Any advice on best way to break the news? should I tell my boss first or … more

What types of things have you asked your agency for that help you best tackle your job and like your life more at the same time? Curious bc I have a feeling most of us have never asked for anything!

I was recently put on an account bc the account lead was dropping the ball. I empathized with her bc she is a mom of young kids like me and we had connected on a personal level before. So it (cont)

Separately, I want to say how important I think this bowl is. Thank you to whomever created it. I’ve been really struggling with the conflicted emotions of being happy to be back at work...

16m old was up every 30 mins until 3:30am last night. Had to be up at 6 in order to pass her off to the nanny and leave for work at 7. I am a zombie, I feel awful and yet...

Hey momma fishies! What are your go-to parenting podcasts/other resources?

Accepted a new position and found out I’m pregnant days after. I suspected it but didn’t realize the weight and tiredness was baby and not toxic work environment related. When and how do I tell them?

I anticipate a good raise soon after a year of busting my ass. Also pregnant and quickly approaching 2nd tri. Tell them before (showing loyalty?) or after raise confirmation (trust no one?)? Help?

Has anyone accepted a new job within 6-8 weeks of your due date? When and how did you negotiate that - did you tell them up front? Did you negotiate mat leave of any kind? Tips welcome.

Considering my next professional jump and I’m torn between going to an agency or going to a tech startup. I plan on getting pregnant while working at the next job. Should I stick to the advertising...

Have you ever asked off of a piece of business that you’ve been on for a really long time bc you are just completely mentally exhausted from their BS... while being pregnant with just months...cont

Need a reality check... am I being high maintenance in expecting another mom, who is picking up my daughter bc I have to work late, to actually respond confirming she can still do it today? (Cont).

I'm sure I'm not the only one in this group that feels overwhelmed: work, baby(ies), partner, pets, commute, chores, comittments. Feeling like I'm going to drown. How do YOU juggle having … more

My baby is a year old now and I’m realizing how quickly time flies by. Knowing this I’d like to find a part time gig (3 days) for the next few years. Any advice from others who have tried this?

My spouse just went out of state on a shoot for 9 days. We have a 17 month old baby. Please send wine.

Considering going freelance after 20+ years in the industry and wanting a little more flexibility with kids. Pros/cons? (Cont)

Q Part 1. Thoughts on team building with juniors who don't report to you directly when your collective boss doesn't want to manage but then feels FOMO if you try to organize stuff. Q Part 2. I… more

I’m starting to just lose personal steam to continue fighting every day on the agency side. Im fighting for time to do things properly, resources at the right levels, the right partners, the agency...

About to go on maternity leave and having anxiety about leaving my team. Lots of big projects that are critical for setting future that I'll miss. How do handle trusting your POV will be represent… more

I'm a new, working and commuting mama ISO your opinion. Would you rather: commute 3-4 hours a day x 3 days/week but get to wfh 2x/week OR take a job 25 mins away but is less likely to allow wfh?

I went out to dinner with my (female) boss who I really admire. She’s extremely smart and good at her job. I asked her if she ever thought she would lead corporate communications at our company.

I’m looking for inspiring boss moms to follow on IG. In need of personal motivation and creative inspiration. Any category! (Not for work)