I wish someone had sat me down and given me a list of dos and don'ts when I was returning to work after maternity leave. Productivity can be tough anyway, but then add in a new baby and your new role as a mom! While my day-to-day may look a bit different from yours, many things are probably very similar. These are my sanity-saving tips to help you be productive as a new mom, whether you are a stay-at-home mom, a working mom, or some combination. Tip 1. Make a to do list at the end of …
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4 Secrets to Managing a Full-Time Job and a Blog
I was recently chatting with a colleague when she (not so nicely) asked me how I manage to work full-time and also blog. …
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Spring Cleaning Money Habits
Sometimes I question why the new year starts in the winter, when there's no marked change in the seasons (at least in New England!). This time of year is so motivating for cleaning out and creating new, healthy habits, with everything from food to your closet, and even your money. …
Home Office Inspiration
We have quite a few projects going on simultaneously, and the one I'm most excited about is a fairly small change. …
You Can Do Anything But Not Everything
The older I get, the more I realize how actually terrible I have been at making time for myself. A typical day goes something like this: I will make time to get to a class at the gym after work because I know it makes me feel better and I need that today. Except I need to go to the grocery store/I didn't get the party supplies yet for this weekend/I owe so-and-so a thank you note/my closet is a mess and needs to be cleaned out because the house cleaner comes tomorrow, so I'm going to cancel …
