Working Moms

Mother’s Day. I live near MIL and we have her only grandchildren (1 and 3 yo). She actually has a lot of distance and boundaries with us but we get together when we can and she helps in her own ways. … more

What's everyone's alternative to Netflix for kids content? My daughter (7) loves the Kids channel on Netflix but I just got a notification that there's going to be another price hike. I ca… more

WWYD: saw our night nanny holding our newborn in an armchair with her eyes closed, in the dark, and appeared to be asleep for 30 mins (I checked the cameras)....when I asked her she said she was not asleep but just holding t… more

I’m a FTM with a newborn, and I’ve been finding it harder lately to empathize with my husband given everything we have going on. I’m naturally calm and levelheaded, while he tends to be more anxious a… more

My boss is moving to another area of the business for a promotion. If I apply for his old job, I think I have a good chance at getting the job, but how do I not make it awkward managing people who ar… more

Need some perspective here! 2 year old son has obsession with t shirts with Thomas the tank engine on them to the point where he won’t wear anything else and tantrums when we tell him they’re dirty. A… more

Ladies, how would you feel?
I left a toxic job, joined a new one, and shortly after found out I was pregnant. I shared the news a few months in (once it was medically safe to announce) and went on mat leave after ~8-9 m… more

I’m a manager with two young kids considering a Chief of Staff role. For moms who’ve done it, was it worth it or did it take over your life? Be honest.

How has everyone found their latest jobs? LinkedIn? Referral? Recruiter? Other?

Instead of being productive and focused on my deliverables… I AM NEEDOH HUNTING

Hi everyone. Car shopping: Hyandai ionic 9 vs Kia EV9? Anyone have experience with either? I have one child (3.5) , newly divorced (ugh) and likely a dog in the future. Trying to get something that i… more

Venting... solidarity... I dont know

I am just exhausted, mentally and physically as a mom. By the time the weekend rolls around I know it will be entertaining the kids for 2 straight days with no breaks, … more

I thought going remote would mean more time with my kids, but it's actually the opposite. My previous hybrid job had clear hours, but now my boss thinks that having no commute means I should be av… more

My sister’s husband is Austrian and they are raising their baby bilingual. She just started a side project making English-German activity books for toddlers. Her first one is for Easter. It’s actually so … more

Hi! My name is Amber and I’m currently looking to return to work, but I’ve been having a little trouble finding the right opportunity. I’m hoping to find a work-from-home position and have experience … more

I finally had a break from work today, and instead of relaxing, I spent the whole time doing laundry and running kids to appointments. I feel like my life is just work and errands. How do you stop spe… more

I'm still working from home, but my husband just RTO'd 5 days a week at the beginning of the month. This means I'm not only handling school drop-offs and pickups, but I'm somehow suppo… more

Navigate “soft” mat leave retaliation?

Before leave, I led a full marketing function, managed a team, and was up for promotion. During leave, my cover blocked promotion, took over, and now my manager.

Now, my title/pay a… more

Is it ok to tell my line manager (who isn’t very much in my corner anyways so not “friends”lol ) that I’m pregnant via message on teams? I’m avoiding a fake animated reaction on a video call. I also w… more

Hi everyone — I could really use some advice ❤️

I’m in a tough season right now balancing a very demanding job (~80+ hours, travel) and being the primary parent to my 16-month-old (who I adore). My husband is also… more

33F in Canada, completely new to investing and trying to build my financial literacy. Currently on maternity leave, so I’d say my risk tolerance is medium. Would love suggestions on ETFs, stocks, or o… more

Would love some perspective from moms in similar situation. For those of you with little ones where working was completely optionally financially, how did you decide whether to stay or leave?

Moms — would love some advice from those a few months ahead of us 🙏

Our baby is 10 months old. He was breastfed until about 6 months and used to take a bottle, but we stopped around 7–8 months and now he completely refuses bottles.

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Anxious to return to work soon with early morning calls, extra firm contributions, etc. tips or personal experiences to help prep for the transition? Things to ask prior to joining a project? Ways set… more

I’m a FTM on maternity leave with a one month old. I’m already missing my job and the mental stimulation and pride I get at work, and I have another ~four months left of my leave. I feel guilty for ev… more

Working moms — please tell me I’m not alone.

My 6-month-old wakes up many times at night. We co-sleep and don’t plan to sleep train. The challenge is that when he wakes, he only wants me — he keeps crying with my … more

Ok - I know this is silly, but looking to see if anyone else feels like this…. Recently turned 42, mom of a 9 and 5 year old. Got an IUD after the birth of my second child. Always long for a 3rd, but… more

Any suggestions for gender neutral diaper bags? I recently bought the Mina Bae Emmy tote but my husband thinks it looks like a purse and doesn’t feel comfortable carrying

Starting to wean from exclusively pumping after a year! I can’t wait! Let me know any tips or tricks on doing it safely and how you transitioned your baby off of breast milk

How did you combat separation anxiety. For me it isn’t really apparent during the day but at night my baby cries and cries and protests sleep. He is almost 12 months old.

Postpartum mommas, what to do to reduce all the hair loss? Baby is 6 months and it’s actually gotten worse

When did your baby transition from 2 to 1 nap? My kiddo is about to be 12 months and is struggling to fall asleep at night. Will wake up an hour after putting him down to sleep.

Hi! I work at a remote, high-growth startup in the fintech space that’s currently hiring across product, engineering, analytics, program management, and implementation. If you have 10+ years of experi… more

I’m honestly so over a friend who seems to throw every single celebration mainly for Instagram and expects all the guests to just go along with it. There is a dress code for every celebration and they celeb… more

Hi ladies 🤍

I know our bodies have done something incredible, and I’m grateful for that. But honestly, I do miss my pre-pregnancy body and feeling like myself again.

I’ve lost some weight but feel stuck with the l… more

Becoming a single mother with a 1.5yo, need help deciding between two apartments 🙏 please share your thoughts!

Suggestions for a wearable breast pump? Would be nice to have something I could wear while on the go. Also, how do you all store milk when you’re not home?

FTM here 🤍 My baby will be six months in a couple of weeks, and I honestly can’t believe how fast time is flying. It feels so bittersweet watching him grow so quickly — I’m so proud of every new milestone, yet I… more

OK, can we talk life insurance? Specifically term life insurance? I am 37 and I have two young kids under nine and I do have a spouse. Would you suggest a 20 or 30 year term? I’m trying to purchase te… more