6 Tips on How to Organize and Run an Effective Meeting We’ve all been there right? – there is nothing worse than taking time out of your busy work day for a meeting that could have been an email. Or better yet, somebody calls a meeting with no clear purpose or objective and everybody sitting […]
Why I Am A Better Mom… Because I Work Full-time
Hello, my name is Gemma. I’m a mom to a little boy about turn two and we have another one on the way. My husband and I work full-time in challenging careers outside of the home. My son goes to a daycare center during the day and our second son will join him after about […]
13 Hacks To Maximize Your Productivity At Work
Imagine one of your most recent, really productive, work days. One of those days where you walk out of your job at the end of the day with a smile on your face because… there is no other way to say it… you kicked ass! You brought significant value to your company that day, whether […]
The Worst Third Trimester Pregnancy Symptom For Working Women
What is it you ask? Drumroll please… The dreaded baby brain! Every working pregnant woman’s worst nightmare. Amongst psychologists it is defined as cognitive changes or more specifically forgetfulness. Amongst pregnant moms, it can be known by one of its other monikers such as pregnancy brain or momnesia. Personally, I find it one of the […]
How To Tell Your Boss You Are Pregnant
Congratulations! You’re pregnant! Now for what can be an intimidating step for many women, telling your boss that you are pregnant. For news that brings so much joy to so many, it can be intimidating to tell your boss you are expecting. Here are a few things to keep in mind as you prepare to […]
What To Look For In A Daycare
Wondering what to look for or the questions to ask when researching daycare facilities? Use this tips and tricks to narrow down your search and pick the right daycare facility for you and your family.
10 Things To Have It All As A Working Mom
You guys… last night was a rough one. Raise your hand if you had a rough night recently with one of your kids. Yep… that’s pretty much all of us. Kiddo started screaming bloody murder around 1am. And I mean SCREAMING! No amount of rocking, hugging or pacifiers could have calmed him down. So to […]
Welcome to Professionally Mom!
Hi, I’m Gemma – a full-time career woman + mom who is building a career in corporate America. I am attempting to do this while juggling my growing family, keeping my home somewhat livable, as well as trying to squeeze in a little time for a hobby here and there. As I strive to become the […]