Tag: work-life balance
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I Deserve More Than 77 Cents on the Dollar: A Mother’s Struggle for Equal Pay
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the corporate landscape as a woman in Silicon Valley is no easy feat, especially when you find yourself earning significantly less than your male counterparts. Armed with a master’s degree and nearly a decade of experience at my company, I still face a pay disparity that feels utterly unjust. Despite sharing…
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Extra-Curricular Crackdown: Take Control of Your Family’s Schedule
Get Pregnant Fast Listen up, parents! It’s time to take a stand. No more chasing your kids around town at ungodly hours or feeling like a taxi service. I’ve had enough, and I’m sure you have too. How did I manage to reclaim my sanity without sacrificing my three kids? By implementing an extra-curricular crackdown!…
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Parents Are Spending More Quality Time With Their Kids Than Ever Before
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s fast-paced world, it’s time to put those phones down and give yourself a break from the guilt about work. Recent research indicates that modern parents are dedicating significantly more time to their children compared to their own parents and grandparents. A study conducted by researchers at the University of California,…
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Jillian Michaels on Motherhood, Body Image, and the Worries of Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast It’s hard not to have mixed feelings about Jillian Michaels. With her flawless physique and intense passion for fitness, she might seem intimidating at first. But once you get to know her, you can’t help but feel a connection. She embodies the kind of mom friend we all crave — grounded, honest,…
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We’ve Moved Beyond Being a ‘Busy’ Family, and Life Is Much Better
Get Pregnant Fast It all started with swimming lessons. Rushing four kids to the community center at 4:30 p.m. on a Monday was a recipe for chaos. I found myself wrestling with an adventurous 1-year-old who wanted to explore every corner of the changing room, alongside a spirited 2½-year-old who had a knack for bolting…
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8 Common Pitfalls I Encountered When Returning to Work
Get Pregnant Fast After taking a five-year hiatus to care for my children, I decided it was time to re-enter the workforce. While those years at home were filled with joy, stepping back into a professional environment added new layers of complexity to our family life. The initial weeks and even months were overwhelming, primarily…
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Motherhood: The Game I’m Winning Now
Get Pregnant Fast A few months after I returned to work from maternity leave, a fellow attorney I hadn’t seen in ages greeted me with a warm “welcome back.” “You’re back in the game now,” she remarked. I nodded, recognizing that I was indeed re-entering the professional world of daily commutes, missed phone calls, and…
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How Productive Is a New Mom Just Three Weeks Postpartum?
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the early days of motherhood can be incredibly challenging, especially when balancing work responsibilities. Take the case of my friend Jessica, who gave birth just three weeks ago. Her husband did his best to support her by stocking the fridge with convenient meals before heading to the office each morning. While…
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Finding Resilience as a Nurse and a Mom
Get Pregnant Fast As I clock out at the end of my shift, the clock reads nearly 8 p.m. I finally pull into my driveway, eager to embrace my family. My two children are already tucked in their pajamas, eagerly awaiting my return. “How was work?” my partner asks, taking in my fatigued expression without…
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Dads, Set Aside Your Work and Let the Kids Climb on You
Get Pregnant Fast I recently attended a gathering where a father of five shared his insights on parenting with a group of dads. His kids ranged from ages 7 to 21, and while he touched on various subjects, one statement resonated deeply with me: “Fellas, when you come home, just drop your bag and let…