If you’re a parent of young children and you also love your career, you’re likely no stranger to the juggling act that is work-life balance. Often it feels like the minute you get a handle on one aspect of your life, something else comes crashing down. Do you prioritize that big presentation or stay home […]
If you’re a parent of young children and you also love your career, you’re likely no stranger to the juggling act that is work-life balance. Often it feels like the minute you get a handle on one aspect of your life, something else comes crashing down. Do you prioritize that big presentation or stay home […]
It’s something we hear all the time, right? Work-life balance. It’s a term tossed around in corporate circles, in yoga classes, on social media, during podcasts, etc. Before becoming a parent, it felt like a fairly attainable concept—just carve out some time for yourself, set boundaries at work, and voila! Easy. But after having a […]
Let’s just get one thing straight: being sleep deprived with a newborn is a special kind of brutal. Between late-night feedings, diaper changes, and the constant worry about whether you’re doing everything “right,” it’s no surprise that new parents are walking around in a haze of exhaustion. But here’s the kicker—you still have to work. […]
Working dads often tackle unique challenges while navigating fatherhood and career, which can significantly impact their lives. Traditionally, these struggles were unspoken, but there’s a growing trend to bring them to light as younger fathers look for new models of work-life balance and to redefine what it means to be a working dad. It’s crucial […]
Don’t believe anything you’ve read: Work life balance after having a baby doesn’t totally exist the way those Instagram accounts might have you think. Because balancing work and life as a new parent can seem like an impossible task. As a parent, you’ll quickly learn that you CAN’T do it all. Not without some support. […]
We know that planning for maternity leave is a crucial step for expectant parents, ensuring a smooth transition for both your personal and professional life. It might feel daunting, but trust us: if you prepare ahead, you can focus on welcoming your new baby without the added stress of unresolved work issues. No one needs […]
With the increasing popularity of remote work, many working parents find themselves juggling both careers and little ones under one roof. Even when our kiddos are physically away at school or a childcare center, there can be ever-constant reminders of their presence throughout the work day – crayons strewn across the office floor, dirty laundry […]
Mental Load Reigns Supreme When we set out to collect data on the challenges facing working parents, our goal was to learn from the real superstars out there kicking butt every day: you. The response we received was overwhelming. Y’all shared your stories, struggles, and secrets about being working parents. Since it is March, it […]
A couple of musically inclined working dads once said, “all you need is love” – and while love is undoubtedly an essential ingredient, love isn’t all you need. There’s a broader recipe to navigating the big jobs of parent + professional. With great responsibility comes great stress, and it’s easy to feel like you’re constantly […]
