Halloween Hoopla: How much is too much?

Rituals are the stuff of childhood memories. And it’s becoming more and more clear that rituals help kids not only build memories, but also feel secure, provide a sense of control and create connections as part of a family unit. Naturally, I want to establish family...

Book update — 62 interviews done!!!

In order to write this book, we felt like it was critical that we talk to moms all over the United States doing all different types of work at all different points in their careers, working as solopreneurs all the way to moms working for major corporations. I mean,...

Suzanne's part-time work story

Even before we had our first child, I shared with my husband that I wanted to be a full-time mom and a part-time professional.   It was an interesting discussion over several weeks or maybe even months that was uncomfortable at times. At that point, I wasn’t sure how...

Interesting facts about part-time working moms

Are you already working part-time? You’re not alone. Of the more than roughly 85 million moms in the US (as per the most recent Census), almost a quarter work part-time, as per the US Department of Labor Women’s Bureau. Thinking about part-time as an option? You’re...

What about self-care for moms?

It’s been a few weeks since kids have started school. For some, this is a usual transition from summer. For some, this is new. It can be a happy time, a stressful time, a sad time. In the end, though, it happens as kids get older. And hopefully, you’ve got a rhythm...