With all of the appointments and commitments we juggle daily, getting in a workout when you haven’t had one in a while seems like a hopeless pipe dream. The time never seems to present itself. So it’s important that you work it into your schedule. I’ve been trying to start a workout routine for a […]
How Much Does Daycare Really Cost?
Having kids is expensive. And after you get past the costs you probably were expecting (hospital bills, baby clothes, bottles and diapers), you’ll get to the single largest cost working parents have when it comes to having children. The cost of daycare. The cost is staggering and takes most parents off guard. So how much […]
Pumping at Work: What You Need To Know
So you are preparing to head back to work. The mom guilt is kicking in and you’re trying to figure out how you are going to juggle your full time job, multiple night feedings, getting your baby to childcare with all of their gear each morning and still make it to work for that first […]
What Maternity Leave Is Really Like
I’m back! I am happy to announce that I gave birth to a little boy back in mid-November. He is chubby and perfect! Last week I went back to work after 8 weeks and am desperately trying to find the balance with a 2 year old and newborn… but that’s a post for another day. […]
How To Disconnect From Work And Be Present At Home
Being present once I come home. It has been one of my biggest challenges since going back to work after having my son almost 2 years ago. I struggled to disconnect from work and be present when I was home with them. Don’t get me wrong – there’s nothing better than coming home at the […]
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 […]
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 […]