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Producer Mom's- How do you do it? I added kid number 2 and it feels like there is no way to do this job and be a good mom. What are the options to find better work/ life balance?

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What is everyone doing for childcare? I have a 1 & 3 y/o and husband travels a lot for work. Currently have a F/T nanny and older kid goes to school P/T. What happens when both start going to scho… more

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a Strategic Planner
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Is there any momvertising that isn’t weepy or eye roll-inducing? I don’t think I’ve seen one mom ad that’s truly resonated with me. 😔

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a Creative Director
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Is it crazy to have 3 kids in our field? My husband & I really want a 3rd child. We have a 2.5yo and 1yo. Big decision, feel anxious about waiting too long (my biological clock is ticking away...)

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a Group Account Director
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works at McCann
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Any moms in advertising go thru divorce? How does that work?

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a Creative Director
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Any moms with special needs kids over here?

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an Executive Producer
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My 52 yo nanny has a great body (think Asian Jessica Rabbit-esque). Recently, she's taken to wearing body hugging atheleisure wear that is just sheer enough for me to notice her bedazzled bras.

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a Senior Vice President
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Any moms in this industry feel like it's too hard to sustain this career choice? Maybe because I've never been in another industry, but I look at my spouse whose not in advertising, and their… more

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an Executive Producer
▸ Moms in Advertising
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Why aren't dads in advertising having these conversations?

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works at Leo Burnett
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How do you request to move to another client when returning from maternity leave? Current hours are til at least 7pm and wfh is not an option. I’d like to plant the seed before leaving in Sept.

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a Senior Art Director
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Pumping moms!! I’m going to be on set all day Monday (7:30am - 6pm) and somehow am just realizing I’m going to need to pump! Any tips for making this easier/not insanely awkward?

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a Marketing Strategy & Project Management Consultant
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What % of job interviews have involved you being asked whether you have kids or some leading question about ability to manage work and home? For me, it’s been about 80%. It’s 2018 not 1968.

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a Managing Account Supervisor
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Currently work from home PT. A nanny keeps my 13 MO (also in our home). Due with baby 2 in Aug. Thinking to go back to work when baby is 5 mo/toddler 23 mo...With nanny at home. Am I crazy? #Stressing

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works at SapientRazorfish
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I always see posts in the main feed from junior employees complaining about working parents leaving early. 😒 Seriously?? Do you feel your teams and offices accommodate your work schedule well?

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a Copywriter
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Happy International Women's Day to all us working moms! Are any of your agencies doing anything to celebrate?

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works at Edelman
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How is everyone handling the demands of the job while being a mom? How do you excel in both roles?

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a Copywriter
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SOOOO glad I found this group even if it's not going yet. Am due in a month. Am wondering what the biggest adjustment will be once I have my little guy. Any feedback appreciated!

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a VP, Account Director
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