Working Parent

Working full-time while raising children can be challenging, but it's definitely doable for modern moms and dads. Wondering how to balance it all? Punch in and check out our advice, tips, and tricks for those working 9 to 5.
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Frequent Flyer Spouse: Stay-at-Home Redefined
Hubby travel a lot, Mama? Having a frequent flyer in your home and coping with the ongoing seesaw of separations and reunions brings a unique ... Read More
From Big Business to Baby Business
Stay-at-home moms rock! And if you take some steps to pay attention to your needs, as well as your child's, motherhood will bring more joy and ... Read More
Going Back to Work Linked to Childhood Obesity
Hey working moms! Could going back to work after having a baby really contribute to childhood obesity? Maybe.
Home Work for Moms
What mom wouldn't want to work at home? Follow our step-by-step guide and maybe you can join the growing number of work-at-home moms! ... Read More
How to Negotiate a More Family-Friendly Work Day
If you've been thinking you'd be a better employee, mother, wife, and person if only you could alter your work hour arrangements, then read ... Read More
Managing Morning Madness
Are your mornings rushed, chaotic, and disorganized? Then it's time to get control and make morning a good start to a wonderful day! When your ... Read More
Marissa Mayer's Maternity Leave Matters
Why should we care about one woman's maternity leave? Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer's controversial plans.
Working Mom With Laptop and Toddler in Lap
Maybe Marissa Mayer Is Onto Something
Not every working mom is up in arms over Yahoo's new policy against telecommuting.
Military Families: Those Who Wait
Separations, while an unwelcomed aspect of life for military families, are generally inevitable. Whether in times of war or peace, it's ... Read More
Mommy Wars: Who Raises the Healthiest Kids?
Here's a new wrinkle in the mommy wars: In the great debate between working moms and stay-at-home moms, turns out neither is on top when it comes ... Read More
Morning Madness
School, breakfast, bus, work... Oh, Mama! Translate chaotic mornings into more productive mornings for your busy family. These simple ... Read More
Overcoming Mothers’ Guilt
Today's moms deal with a host of responsibilities and stress—and sometimes a healthy dose of guilt. But relax! Here are tips on how to deal with ... Read More
Poll: Does your employer offer paternity leave?
An employee benefit worth looking--or asking--for.
Poll: What is your current work status?
Options for women's careers are more numerous than ever. How is your work life shaping up these days?
Poll: What type of job do you have?
According to the Nation Women's Law Center, 56 percent of women with infants (under age one)—are in the labor force. The percentages go up as ... Read More
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