Tag: productivity
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Mommy’s Busy: Insights from a Work-At-Home Mom
Get Pregnant Fast By: Lisa Thompson Date: Feb. 18, 2023 My little one has heard me say “Mommy’s busy” so often that he’s started using it himself, even on days when I’m not swamped. While I often manage my work from my phone, he knows I’m truly focused when I pull out the laptop. It…
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What I Achieved This Summer While Binge-Watching ‘Friday Night Lights’
Get Pregnant Fast When ‘Friday Night Lights’ debuted in the fall of 2006, I was about to welcome my second child into the world. Let’s just say I didn’t miss out on the series because I was preoccupied with parenting; rather, I was engrossed in other hits like ‘Lost,’ ‘Brothers & Sisters,’ and ‘Ugly Betty.’…
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A Science-Backed Solution for the Afternoon Slump: The Coffee Nap
Get Pregnant Fast Feeling that familiar afternoon lull? You’re not alone. Recent studies reveal that combining a burst of caffeine with a quick power nap can be the ultimate remedy for post-lunch fatigue. According to research highlighted by journalist Mia Thompson, the perfect formula involves gulping down a strong cup of coffee—yes, we’re talking about…
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Why I’m More Productive as a Mom
Get Pregnant Fast There’s a saying that goes, “If you want to get something done, ask a busy person.” I often tweak that to, “If you want to get something done, ask a mom,” because we truly embody the essence of busy. Before I had kids, I had an abundance of free time—entire days, weekends,…
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5 Strategies for Navigating the Challenges of Being a Work-At-Home Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Finding the right balance between single parenting and building a career from home can be a daunting task. As a full-time single mom managing three teenage daughters and a young son, I faced the same challenges. After experimenting with various approaches, I discovered a routine that works for me. Here are five…
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10 Game-Changing Life Hacks for Moms Who Struggle with Mornings
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the joys of motherhood. Before I became a mom, I was one of those early risers who could pull an all-nighter (studying, of course) and still bounce back the next day. But then my life changed with the arrival of kids. Now, mornings feel like a never-ending struggle against an invisible…
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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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France Has Banned Weekend Emails for Employees: A New Era of Work-Life Balance
Get Pregnant Fast According to a report by NPR, this law mandates that companies with over 50 employees establish specific timeframes after work hours and on weekends during which staff cannot send or receive emails. This initiative has been championed by lawmakers like Claire Martin, who pointed out the detrimental effects of constant connectivity on…
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Screw You, To-Do List
Get Pregnant Fast I wake up each day ready to conquer my to-do list. “Today’s the day I’m going to crush it!” I cheer myself on. I envision a productive day ahead, filled with accomplishments and a sense of satisfaction. Yet, I also promised myself to quit sugar, and well, we know how that story…
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Time Bandits: 7 Outrageously Impractical Time-Management Tips
Get Pregnant Fast Time seems to be slipping through our fingers faster than ever. Our days are crammed fuller than a closet that hasn’t seen a good clean-out in years, and we tend to shy away from it, hoping it won’t judge us for the chaos. Modern life has turned the concept of time into…