With school back in session, I’m starting to get a little anxious about how I’m going to fit in all the new activities that come with a new school year. On top of simply getting out of the house in the morning, there is soccer, basketball, girl scouts, classroom volunteering, field trips, school fundraisers, etc […]
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5 Tips for Working Out as a Working Mom
A topic of discussion frequently heard amongst working moms is the challenge finding time to exercise. Between working all day, getting kids ready for school, homework, cooking, and housework, there is no time left for anything else (and certainly no energy either). This post will address options for working out as a working mom, […]
4 Back to School Tips for the Working Mom
When I was growing up, I used to love preparing for the new school year. A few weeks before the big day, we would get new school clothes, supplies, and begin going to sleep a little earlier in order to be ready for the first day of school. For working moms (and dads), preparing for […]
I like my To Do list more than chocolate (15 tips for a sane household)
OK, so I do really like chocolate. But, honestly I do love my to do list (or “lists,” rather). Organizing my life around my to do list has helped me stay afloat as a working mom. Not only does it keep things running like clock work, I also get a sense of achievement from […]
2 Steps to Beat Working Mom Stress (plus a free weekly planner)
One of my favorite activities at work is mentoring more junior colleagues (mostly women), especially those who are new moms dealing with working mom stress. I have seen many new moms beyond stressed; these women were suffering from borderline working mom depression. Before I had kids, I really had no idea how hard being a […]