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I lived in NYC when I had my first. The boys club, hot shot agency I was at was not supportive in the least. I finally found a woman-owned agency that was pro-parent and loved it there. Ended up leaving NYC for Boston and it was muuuuch easier to find the flexibility of hours I wanted. I’ve stalled a little in my career, but part of that was by choice. Now that my kids are both in school and not so needy, I’m going to go for a promo. You can definitely do it! Be honest with current and future employers about what you need. If you’re good, they’ll work with you. Advertising needs us. Moms bring so much added value and superpowers to the game. Good luck!
I really think it is all about finding the right place and a supportive management. After I had my second, I knew I was mommy tracked at my agency. It didn’t help that one of my children had special needs that required therapy 2x a week (which of course fell on me as the mom). I left that place and found a very family friendly environment that was very supportive and was more focused on getting the job done above seat time, specified hours, etc. I have been here four years and have since been promoted. I think our industry is not woman friendly or family friendly, but there are anomalies.
I can’t help but look up and see other women leaders who either don’t have children or who have been divorced and have failed marriages. I want to prioritize my family but as the primary breadwinner worried to leave a good paying job. Welcome any advice. Thank you!
My career actually took off after I had kids and my marriage is as happy as ever. I got more focused, more mature, more reliable. I’m not gamma lie, my life was work/family with little room for any thing else for a while. But now my kids are in middle/high school and don’t need us as much. It helps that my husband does more than half the housework and childcare too.