Summer used to be magical. The hot weather, the outdoor adventures, the complete and total lack of responsibility. School was over for the year and there was nothing to do except swim, ride bikes and eat ice cream cones. Sometimes we were sent away to stay with grandparents. Other times we went … [Read more...]
Hey Working Moms, You Don’t Owe Anyone An Explanation
When my credit card bill came in last month, I died a little inside. It was huge—way higher than usual—and I felt my stomach turn over slightly as I stared at the figure at the bottom of the page. Ugh, seriously? I hate bills and dealing with money and adult responsibility in general. The guttural … [Read more...]
My Working Mom FOMO
I went back to work when my son was eleven months old and have been working full-time ever since. I believe in what I do to support my family and I don't resent my need to provide. Unfortunately, some days in making sure I'm covering everything, I feel I'm missing out on everything else. More … [Read more...]
The Urban Mom: Global News’ Carolyn MacKenzie
This month’s Urban Mom is Carolyn MacKenzie, local news anchor for The Morning Show and mother of two. Occupation: Anchor for Global News Toronto’s The Morning Show Hometown: Toronto Current Town: Toronto Waking up at 3:45 am doesn’t seem ideal, but for Carolyn MacKenzie it’s the norm. … [Read more...]
Felicity Huffman Gets Real About Being A Working Mom
The struggle of balancing work and family is something all working mom know too well. And Hollywood moms are no different. Felicity Huffman recently spoke about her own struggles with juggling a career and motherhood, and she didn’t mince her words. “First, I have to recognize how lucky I am … [Read more...]
Eight Cinematic Working Moms Hollywood Got Right
Being a working mom, was there ever a harder job? We are told day in and day out that we can’t have it all, that we can’t do it all and that if we try, there’s hope for happiness in our future. To that we say, bye Felicia. Really, we’re juggling work, kids, dinner, laundry and about a million … [Read more...]
Kate Winslet Criticizes Hollywood Moms Who Say Motherhood Is “Difficult”
Being a working mom comes with it's challenges, no matter what field you're in — even if that happens being a Hollywood actress. But Kate Winslet isn't complaining about it, and doesn't think other Hollywood moms should either. Winslet graces the November cover of Marie Claire UK and in it, the … [Read more...]
Parenting Advice From An Unexpected Source: Kim Kardashian
It is not often that we feel like we can relate to celebrities and it is even more rare to feel like you can related to Kim Kardashian. She recently spoke with Romy and the Bunnies about the joys (and struggles) of being a working mom. And while she may have a staff of nannies, chefs and maids to … [Read more...]
The 10 Question Drill With Entrepreneur And Mom, Deb McCain
I don't know how she does it... many of us juggle family life and work. But I'm always interested in how working moms go through everyday life. Whether we run our own companies or work for someone else, it all comes down to this... our kids have similar needs — homework, after school programs, and … [Read more...]
The Evolution of a Working Mom
So I am into my fourth week at work. Wow. Nearly a month under my belt and aside from getting lost in the parking lot and mixed signals causing my daughter to be forgotten The truth is, I was a reluctant entrepreneur. after school, we are adjusting amazingly well. I worked at home for over 8years … [Read more...]