Moms in Advertising

Creative director moms out there… have you enjoyed or regretted going freelance? Pros/cons? I feel like we expect late nights and round-the-clock work from our freelancers since they’re paid by the ho… more

Hi Moms! Does anyone here do side jobs ( freelance etc) to help pay the bills- especially with multiple kids in a big city.. kind of feel like I’m drowning and need to find a way to make more somehow.… more

When do you find you are the most productive?

I find I get the most done with the least amount of interruptions between 7pm and 11pm-1am. I find I am the sharpest in these late evening hours. I also do… more

Does anyone work for an agency or client that is fully remote and hiring Sr Media Planners or Supervisors

I work for a company owned and ran by Scientologists. And all I can say is I’m fucking tired.

My child is heavily rejecting me for dad. She won’t speak to or play with me at points. It’s so depressing. Everyone says it’s a phase but it’s been on and off like this for a year since she turned t… more

Was asked to be camera on at work by my boss after I was camera off during a 5-6 pm meeting that I had to breastfeed my child during. I was still engaged in the meeting but feels awkward to announce t… more

Hi Moms in Advertising, I'm a graphic designer in Singapore. Having a hard time getting a new designing role recently. Can I know if anyone know of any position available for me? Thanks in advance… more

Hi mamas, curious if anyone has a success story re: taking a pay cut for better work/life balance. I currently work 12-14 hr days regularly but have an opportunity to take a position with much more re… more

Any advice on how to bring up the topic of being pregnant? After an offer has been made?

It's my first pregnancy I been interviewing for months in different companies making it to the final round but haven… more

Any moms in here navigating returning to the office after being WFH? I really enjoyed having the extra time with my kids and am feeling all sorts of feelings about this.

What companies have Cigna for employee health insurance?

Happy Mother’s day, ya’ll. It ain’t easy juggling this life. Cheers! 👊🏼

Any questions you’ve asked in the interview process to get any insight into how family friendly/unfriendly a prospective employer is?

Is your agency flexible when it comes to picking up kids after school? Now that RTO is getting stricter, we are asked to go to the office 3 days per week, 9-5pm. My manager is very understanding and l… more

Moms — have you chosen to stay at a place for REAL flexibility vs going elsewhere for (let’s say) $50k more? Have you left the flexibility for $$ and been ok with it? Hated it? Would love to hear your… more

Hi moms, I have a 16 month old and I would like to negotiate a 1 day a week work from office. I am more productive from home (even pre pandemic) and I absolutely love the ability to be with my daughte… more

Anyone work for Reckitt? Been eyeing positions there for months and would love a referral.

What are some parent friendly companies out there. Looking for remote work and overall good work life balance, unlimited PTO, robust benefits.

Hi. Located in Chicago and about to hire a temporary nanny for the summer only - June-August. First time hiring a nanny and want to make sure I am offering what is typical. I hear others offering paid… more

Trying to whip a parents ERG together, what are some things you would like to see be hosted by your company. Needing ideas. .

Hi! Any Senior art directors or ACDs going on Maternity leave soon that need someone to cover? I'm due in Aug and looking for temporary opportunities.

Hi fellow Moms, I’m looking to work with a Art Director/Graphic Designer, editors and AE animators for two upcoming projects, knowledge of AAPI culture and community a plus! If interested our have an… more

Looking for some good references or resources for Nannie’s in Orange County, CA …we’re expecting our first in august and will need someone to watch our baby on tuesdays every week once im back to my n… more

Any daycare recs for W Village/Chelsea area NYC?

What are your thoughts on nanny v daycare?

Has anyone used Bright Horizons for in-home back-up childcare? Curious on the circumstances where you’ve used this benefit. Thanks!

Hello! I’m curious. What would you say is a standard % raise in NYC? I’m reading 5% but seems low. Thoughts?

Today is another day where I cried in the toilet because my manager told me that my colleagues have been complaining about how its unfair that I don't OT often with the team because I have to go h… more

I moved to LA recently from NYC and I’ve been struggling to make friends. Not sure if it’s the effects of the pandemic and I’m more socially awkward now but I’m struggling to make friends with other m… more

Any parents are able to negotiate successfully about going to the office less often than the company requires?

I’m a new mom and plan to hire a nanny after my maternity leave. Don’t want to deal with the stress of… more

Any NYC mums? I’m thinking of moving there from London next year and having kids in the medium term. So it would be there. Would love to hear of your experiences. I have a few friends there who will b… more

Parents who live in the suburbs of nyc and work hybrid, what time do you leave the office to head back home? Starting a new job soon and dreading the commute, also sad to miss family time with my todd… more

Want to find a new job, but seeing that most roles are moving away from remote and hybrid for most includes 4 days a week. Struggling because we've been ( my 3rd grader and I) so accustomed to me… more

Hey fellow Moms! Looking to work with a freelance Graphic Designer, we are a social impact agency with a few different design needs! Hit me up if you’re interested in freelance work! 💫

Any advice for how to keep an over eager toddler still learning how to be gentle from manhandling a newborn?

She is very loving (thankfully) just doesn’t understand she’s not actually helping. I don’t… more

Advice needed - my son is approaching 4 (his birthday is in June) and he isn’t even close to being potty trained. We’ve tried everything, the naked weekend, bribery, m&ms, toys, the cheerio aiming… more