<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8" ?><!-- generator=Zoho Sites --><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/"><channel><atom:link href="https://www.theworkingmom.us/blogs/tag/boss-moms/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title>The Working Mom - Blog #Boss Moms</title><description>The Working Mom - Blog #Boss Moms</description><link>https://www.theworkingmom.us/blogs/tag/boss-moms</link><lastBuildDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 12:40:24 -0800</lastBuildDate><generator>http://zoho.com/sites/</generator><item><title><![CDATA[When Motherhood Meets Medicine: The Untold Story Behind the White Coat]]></title><link>https://www.theworkingmom.us/blogs/post/when-motherhood-meets-medicine-the-untold-story-behind-the-white-coat</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.theworkingmom.us/images/premium_photo-1723730429541-059065bb16eb"/>Pregnancy and the first year of motherhood are hard enough, but doing it while caring for patients, managing procedures, and answering pages? That’s n ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[
<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_KG16xdKxTy-l6nVxZTpK5A" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_TBeDmyPAQ1W1fjP88Pwljg" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_w1RQphPnRqWNYFIrFKdnJw" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_G0X1ECFyRKWnwyG631mywA" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="font-size:14px;"><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:inherit;"><img src="https://th.bing.com/th/id/OIP.6MphJCc-T3kyDOTFf97JLAHaG7?w=178&amp;h=180&amp;c=7&amp;r=0&amp;o=7&amp;cb=ucfimg2&amp;pid=1.7&amp;rm=3&amp;ucfimg=1" alt="Image result for paging doctor mom" style="width:258px !important;height:260.8px !important;max-width:100% !important;"></span><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">Pregnancy and the first year of motherhood are hard enough, but doing it while caring for patients, managing procedures, and answering pages? That’s next-level strength.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">This isn’t just about balancing schedules. It’s about redefining success, setting boundaries, and finding grace in the chaos. It’s about pumping between hospital rounds, surviving night shifts with a newborn at home, and learning that “self-care” isn’t selfish, it’s survival.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">If you’ve ever wondered:</span></p><ul><li style="text-align:left;"><em style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">How do I manage nausea during a 12-hour shift?</span></em></li><li style="text-align:left;"><em style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">What’s the reality of postpartum recovery when your job requires stamina and precision?</span></em></li><li style="text-align:left;"><em style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">How do I handle mom guilt when my pager goes off during bedtime?</span></em></li></ul><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">…then you’re not alone. And you’re exactly who we wrote this for.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">✨ <strong>Coming Soon: The second book in “A Working Mom Series&quot;—Navigating Pregnancy Through Baby’s First Year as a Working Mom in Medicine.</strong></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><strong><br/></strong></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">Because you deserve honesty, humor, and practical strategies for every stage, from that positive test to baby’s first birthday.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">Follow along for sneak peeks, real-life tips, and a roadmap for thriving in both roles. Mama, you’ve got this!!</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Montez, cursive;font-size:48px;">Xoxo ~Lisa &amp; Adrienne</span></p></div></div></div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:33:30 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Behind the Quiet: Growth, Grit, and Game-Changing Plans are on the Horizon]]></title><link>https://www.theworkingmom.us/blogs/post/Behind-the-Quiet</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.theworkingmom.us/images/ai-generated-8585023_1280.jpg"/> If ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[
<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_xFrWYlAzRqeKBzmAzgx8tA" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_synnCL3VS1SgknNL9CUTeA" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_k1zyoigRRWGbiofvRHBnPQ" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_-1dlFH_SRKmKpbJbWUoD3Q" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style></style><h2
 class="zpheading zpheading-align-center " data-editor="true">Because You Are Balancing More Than Most, And You Deserve The Support!</h2></div>
<div data-element-id="elm_BM_EoKWJR967o9SE38lL7A" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><div style="color:inherit;"><div><br/></div>
<br/><div><div><p><span style="color:inherit;"><img src="/Mon%20Dec%2008%202025-2.png" alt="" style="width:668.64px !important;height:454px !important;max-width:100% !important;"></span></p><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><br/></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">If you’ve been wondering why&nbsp;<em>The Working Mom</em>&nbsp;has gone radio silent, here’s the truth: we’ve both been writing AND reinventing our individual selves. Adrienne continues to compete internationally in Ballroom dance and is soon to redefine herself as the founder of The Towsen Clinic.&nbsp;Lisa is moving into Medicare consulting, partnering with major health systems to interpret new Medicare regulations, streamline processes, and help organizations adapt quickly without compromising patient care,&nbsp;while at the same time passing the&nbsp;stepwise Court of Master Sommelier examinations, and crawling her way back to the marathon running circuit. BUT, something else HUGE remains behind the scenes....</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br/></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">While the feed has been quiet, the keyboards have been anything but.&nbsp;For months, we’ve been writing, editing, and perfecting content that speaks directly to YOU, the working moms who juggle careers, family, and everything in between. And now, we’re thrilled to share what’s next:</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br/></span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><strong>Six brand-new books are coming your way, and they will be on shelves at Barnes &amp; Noble by the end of 2026!</strong></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><strong><br/></strong></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">This isn’t just a book launch. It’s a movement. Each title is designed to empower, encourage, and equip you through every stage of motherhood while thriving in your professional life. From pregnancy to postpartum, and toddler chaos to teenage drama, these books are packed with real talk, practical strategies, and a dose of humor that only a working mom can appreciate.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br/></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">We’ve poured our hearts into creating resources that feel like a friend, a mentor, and a cheerleader all in one. Because you deserve guidance that understands your world, the late nights, the early mornings, and the endless balancing act.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br/></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">Stay tuned for sneak peeks, launch dates, and exclusive giveaways. The quiet is over. Big things are coming, and we can’t wait to share them with you.&nbsp;</span><span style="color:inherit;text-align:center;">♥&nbsp;</span><span style="color:inherit;text-align:center;">♥</span></p><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><br/></span></p><p><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-weight:bold;">Happy Holidays!! Follow us for updates and be the first to know when the series drops!</span></p><p><span style="font-size:18px;"><strong><br/></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size:48px;font-weight:700;font-family:Montez, cursive;">~ Xoxo, Lisa &amp; Adrienne</span><img src="/Mon%20Dec%2008%202025-1.png" alt="" style="color:inherit;"></p></div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:24:11 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Save the Date!]]></title><link>https://www.theworkingmom.us/blogs/post/save-the-date</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.theworkingmom.us/images/premium_vector-1732598919267-93fa23e230be"/>Join us Saturday September 20, 2025, at 2:00 pm&nbsp; &nbsp;Barnes &amp; Noble (Exton, PA)&nbsp;for our 1st public book signing!!&nbsp; (King of Prussia ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[
<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_PLP8A89oRay2CK8AJ_HwXA" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_BKqjRv7oRuuCyqjTw3EiiA" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_pEa8wtQsR2ytDtIfJdhlBQ" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_RdJ_kBmqSNuWtz3u_q0ong" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><p><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">Join us Saturday September 20, 2025, at 2:00 pm&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">&nbsp;Barnes &amp; Noble (Exton, PA)&nbsp;for our 1st public book signing!!&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">(King of Prussia and Philadelphia dates to be announced)</span></p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br/></span></p><p><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">Click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/navigating-the-lifecycle-of-working-moms-in-healthcare-adrienne-j-towsen/1147499678" rel="">HERE</a>&nbsp;to purchase your copy in advance!</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;"><img src="https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61WzMxbt57L._SY466_.jpg" alt="Navigating the Lifecycle of Working Moms in Healthcare (A Working Mom Series)">&nbsp;&nbsp;<img src="https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Sme%2Blk2yL._SY466_.jpg"></span></p><p><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br/></span></p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">You've laughed through the chaos. You've cried in the carpool lane. Now it's time to celebrate your survival and snag your signed copy of the book that&nbsp;<span style="font-weight:bold;">actually</span>&nbsp;gets you!</span></p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br/></span></p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">The first 20 customers to the store for either the purchase of our book or the signing of a previously purchased copy will receive a free signature &quot;The Working Mom&quot; mug!&nbsp;</span></p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br/></span></p><p><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><img src="https://us.zohocommercecdn.com/product-images/Mug%2BInside%2B.png/2244391000000075030/600x600?storefront_domain=www.theworkingmom.us" alt="Bistro Mug" style="width:182.3px !important;height:164px !important;max-width:100% !important;"></span></p><p><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br/></span></p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">You've juggled babies and burnout, now come celebrate YOU!! Our book is brutally honest, relatable, and accurate! Tag your #NurseBestie, your #Medmom, your #DrMom, or bring your PA/NP-bestie who rocks 3 side hustles and a diaper bag!&nbsp; Come as you are: scrubs, stilettos, or straight from your 3rd shift. We've got you!&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br/></span></p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">Whether you're a nurse, an educator, a recovering PTA president, or just someone who's Googled, &quot;How to fake organizational skills&quot;, this event is for you!&nbsp;</span></p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br/></span></p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">Come for the book, grab a cup of coffee from the in-store Starbucks, and stay for the truth bombs. Let's turn working mom guilt into power, one page at a time!!&nbsp;</span></p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br/></span></p><p><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">We can't wait to see you!</span></p><p><span style="font-size:64px;font-family:Montez, cursive;">~ Lisa &amp; Adrienne</span><span style="font-size:26px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br/></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">The Working Mom, LLC®</span></p><p><img src="https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/499869901_10161694611062979_341758668862144747_n.jpg?stp=cp6_dst-jpg_s600x600_tt6&amp;_nc_cat=111&amp;ccb=1-7&amp;_nc_sid=833d8c&amp;_nc_ohc=5x83QA54nLkQ7kNvwGGYwBw&amp;_nc_oc=AdmQiDHeHor9v2t0MiNdXnAzCSB9ejq1ENiGsIkSp5ebSDR-ONqjkyYlLD4wbhT_mj_uv45h5R_QwSIildFTj-AE&amp;_nc_zt=23&amp;_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&amp;_nc_gid=5HJwN4THzAYi-oFhFu7SSA&amp;oh=00_AfSAhfeOLdS6i0Wh4DeH9y7X5jPbhYshU7TwEUeSX1qKrA&amp;oe=687BB066" style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;color:inherit;width:383.68px !important;height:287px !important;max-width:100% !important;"></p></div></div></div></div></div></div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Working Mom Life: The Beautiful Chaos We Don't Talk About Enough]]></title><link>https://www.theworkingmom.us/blogs/post/working-mom-life-the-beautiful-choas-we-don-t-talk-about-enough</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.theworkingmom.us/Logo -1-.png?v=1737526543"/>Some days, you feel like a superhero balancing patient care, deadlines, and parenting wins like you were born for this. Other days? You're just trying ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[
<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_iW29or60TrO-ytMIJv40_Q" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_d2rEeiVvSoOtF6uMTalkvA" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_A8U5OcfuQMOQdXJ8uL4fOg" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_6SQq111kQOaWF84SwdDgyg" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style></style><h2
 class="zpheading zpheading-align-center " data-editor="true">Countdown to our Book Launch!&nbsp;</h2></div>
<div data-element-id="elm_zqspUF63TRuuNQXO2JfxJg" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><div style="color:inherit;"><div><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="text-align:justify;font-size:13px;"><span style="color:inherit;text-align:left;font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">Some days, you feel like a superhero balancing patient care, deadlines, and parenting wins like you were born for this. Other days? You're just trying to remember where you put your coffee, and praying no one notices you have mismatched Danskos on.&nbsp;</span><span style="text-align:justify;color:inherit;font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">This journey of being a working mom in healthcare is messy, exhausting, and absolutely worth it.</span></div><div style="text-align:justify;font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">The Challenges:</span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">🔥 Leaving home before the sun rises, knowing you won’t be the one to do morning snuggles.&nbsp;<br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">🔥 Trying to be fully present for patients, even when your toddler did not sleep the night before.&nbsp;<br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">🔥 The guilt—oh, the never-ending guilt—when work takes priority and you miss a milestone.&nbsp;<br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">🔥 Mastering the art of speed-charting because daycare pickup is non-negotiable.&nbsp;<br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">The Wins (Because We Need to Celebrate More!):&nbsp;<br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">🌟 Using your skills to heal and help people, while still being the glue that holds your family together.&nbsp;<br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">🌟 Watching your child learn strength, compassion, and resilience from seeing you work hard.&nbsp;<br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">🌟 Finding a community of incredible, driven moms who remind you that you are not alone.<br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">🌟 Finally, learning that success doesn’t mean doing it all perfectly, but doing the best you can, one day at a time.<br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">Some days, I feel on top of the world. Some days, I just survive- but both days matter.&nbsp;<br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">And that’s exactly why our upcoming book, <span style="font-style:italic;">Navigating the Lifecycle of Working Moms in Healthcare</span>, exists—to help working moms in medicine thrive, despite the madness.<br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">If you’ve ever felt stretched too thin, exhausted, or questioning how to make this work, this book is for you.<br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">To all the working moms out there, especially in healthcare: You are doing enough. You are more than enough. 💛&nbsp;<br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">What’s the biggest challenge (or win!) you’ve had as a working mom? Let’s remind each other we’re not alone in this.&nbsp;<br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div><div style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">With Much Love,&nbsp;</span></div><div style="text-align:center;"><div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:56px;"><span style="font-family:Montez, cursive;">~Lisa.</span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:56px;"><span style="font-family:Montez, cursive;"><img src="/images/thumbnail.jpeg"></span></span></div></div><div style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div><div style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">#TheWorkingMom #HealthcareMoms #Leadership #BalanceIsNotAMyth #ThrivingNotSurviving #TheWorkingMomBook&nbsp;</span></div></div></div></div></div></div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Sun, 25 May 2025 18:20:17 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[  90 Best Working Mom Blogs and Websites in 2025]]></title><link>https://www.theworkingmom.us/blogs/post/90-best-working-mom-blogs-and-websites-in-2025</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.theworkingmom.us/depositphotos_13483268-stock-photo-toasting-champagne-flutes.jpg"/>FeedSpot's: 90 Best Working Mom Blogs and Websites in 2025! After our first year in business as The Working Mom, LLC, we made this list.&nbsp; We were ra ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[
<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_IsSBFHODRsuOPBNdqPn1bQ" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_TT3j__oqS4m8lLPjMIgSYg" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_7Zi7DKcMTsW7ylQRA6OZAw" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_Q7rjnfDCSnO0omPlSfEKKA" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style></style><h2
 class="zpheading zpheading-align-center " data-editor="true">The Working Mom LLC is ranked 22 and climbing!</h2></div>
<div data-element-id="elm_ljv1V9hrRn26TA-8W7eH7g" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">FeedSpot's:</span></p><p><span style="color:rgba(229, 92, 154, 0.45);font-family:&quot;Playfair Display&quot;, serif;font-size:36px;font-weight:600;"><a href="https://bloggers.feedspot.com/working_mom_blogs/" title="90 Best Working Mom Blogs and Websites in 2025!" target="_blank" rel="">90 Best Working Mom Blogs and Websites in 2025!</a></span></p><div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div><div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">After our first year in business as The Working Mom, LLC, we made this list.&nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div><div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">We were ranked #88.&nbsp; Over the years we have risen little by little.&nbsp;</span><div><p></p><div><p></p><div><p></p><div><p></p><div><p></p><div><p></p><p><span style="font-size:26px;font-family:&quot;Petit Formal Script&quot;, cursive;font-weight:bold;"><br/></span></p><p><span style="font-size:26px;font-family:&quot;Petit Formal Script&quot;, cursive;font-weight:bold;">As of March 2025, we are currently ranked #22!&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">We beat out &quot;Scary Mommy&quot; that has 4.7 million Facebook followers (who is now ranked #32)!!!&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">Just goes to show that quality sometimes wins over quantity!&nbsp;</span></p><p></p><div><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">FeedSpot ranks the&nbsp;best 'Working Mom' websites and blogs from thousands on the web.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">The websites are ranked by relevancy, authority, social media followers, &amp; freshness!&nbsp;</span></p></div><p><br/></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">We have momentum now and aren't going back! So put your seat belts on and get ready for the ride!</span></p><p><br/></p><p><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">The Working Mom's upcoming book launch is coming soon.... &quot;Navigating the Lifecycle of the Working Mom in Healthcare&quot;.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></p><p><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">And don't forget to head to our website home page for the latest updates and promo codes for our Avaline wine and Hawaii Coffee Company affiliates!</span></p><p><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br/></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">Salute and stay tuned for more updates!&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></p><p><span style="font-size:56px;font-family:Montez, cursive;">~Xoxo</span></p><p><span style="font-size:56px;font-family:Montez, cursive;">The Working Mom</span></p><p><img src="/depositphotos_13483268-stock-photo-toasting-champagne-flutes.jpg" style="width:203px !important;height:337.44px !important;max-width:100% !important;"></p><p><br/></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Embracing Self-Care While Living in a Stressful Environment]]></title><link>https://www.theworkingmom.us/blogs/post/embracing-self-care-while-living-in-a-stressful-environment</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.theworkingmom.us/OIP.jpeg"/> ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[
<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_bOmmuP6rSlKmeaFbgCXYbA" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_cqGCx4JPS9ybRYm2_XwsgQ" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_mGdotPL_TAmH-ycgA0cpRg" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_GQspEyIVTAuuQuhVzrB3HQ" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p></p><div></div>
<p></p><div><p></p><div></div><p></p><div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">In the whirlwind of today’s fast-paced world, stress seems like an unwelcome but constant companion. Whether it's the demands of a high-pressure job, the chaos of family responsibilities, or the incessant buzz of technology, we find ourselves perpetually caught in the storm. But amidst the turbulence, the concept of self-care should be a reminder that we owe ourselves the kindness we so readily extend to and expect from others.</span></div>
<div style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;font-weight:bold;"><span><span>🌿</span></span>Prioritizing Your Well-being<span><span>🌿</span></span></span></div>
<div style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">First and foremost, self-care is not selfish—it's essential. Like the oxygen mask on an airplane, you must attend to your own needs before you can effectively care for those around you. Start by recognizing the signs of stress: irritability, fatigue, and even physical ailments. Acknowledging these signals is the first step towards taking control.</span></div>
<div style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;font-weight:bold;"><span><span>🌿</span></span>Mindfulness and Meditation<span><span>🌿</span></span></span></div>
<div style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">Incorporating mindfulness and meditation into your daily routine can act as a sanctuary from the external chaos. Even a few minutes of focused breathing can ground you, bringing a sense of calm and clarity. Apps and online resources can guide you through meditation practices, making it easier to cultivate this habit even in the busiest of schedules.</span></div>
<div style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;font-weight:bold;"><span><span>🌿</span></span>Physical Activity<span><span>🌿</span></span></span></div>
<div style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">Engaging in regular physical activity is another cornerstone of self-care. Whether it's a brisk walk, yoga, or an intense workout, exercise releases endorphins—nature’s stress relievers. Find an activity you enjoy and make it a non-negotiable part of your day.</span></div>
<div style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;font-weight:bold;"><span><span>🌿</span></span>Setting Boundaries<span><span>🌿</span></span></span></div>
<div style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">Establishing boundaries is crucial in managing stress. Learn to say no without guilt and set limits on work hours or social commitments. This creates space for personal time, allowing you to recharge and prevent burnout.</span></div>
<div style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;font-weight:bold;"><span><span>🌿</span></span>Nourishing Your Body<span><span>🌿</span></span></span></div>
<div style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">A balanced diet can significantly impact your stress levels. Prioritize nutritious foods that fuel your body and mind. Stay hydrated and avoid excessive caffeine or sugar, which can contribute to anxiety and mood swings.</span></div>
<div style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;font-weight:bold;"><span><span>🌿</span></span>Connecting with Loved Ones<span><span>🌿</span></span></span></div>
<div style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">Never underestimate the power of human connection. Spending quality time with loved ones provides emotional support and a sense of belonging. Sharing your feelings and concerns can lighten the emotional load, reminding you that you are not alone.</span></div>
<div style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;font-weight:bold;"><span><span>🌿</span></span>Unplugging<span><span>🌿</span></span></span></div>
<div style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">Lastly, give yourself permission to unplug. The digital age, while convenient, often exacerbates stress. Designate tech-free times during your day to engage in hobbies, read a book, or simply relax without the constant influx of information. Look for vacation destinations that also encourage unplugging.&nbsp;</span></div>
<div style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div>
<div style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">Taking care of yourself in a stressful environment requires intentionality and dedication. It’s about creating a balance that allows you to thrive, not just survive. By embracing self-care, you equip yourself with the resilience needed to navigate life’s challenges with grace, purpose, and strength.</span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div>
<div><img src="/OIP%20-1-.jpeg"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"></span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><span><span><br/></span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><span><span>🌿</span></span>Take a deep breath &amp; remember, you are worthy of the care you give yourself🌿</span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div>
<div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;">Please feel free to share your thoughts or add any personal tips that have worked for you! We would love to hear from you!</span></div>
</div><div><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:18px;"><br/></span></div>
<div><span style="font-size:56px;font-family:Montez, cursive;">-Xoxo</span></div>
<div><span style="font-size:56px;font-family:Montez, cursive;">The Working Moms</span></div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 14:45:05 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Get Ready for the Working Moms Upcoming Book Launch!]]></title><link>https://www.theworkingmom.us/blogs/post/Book-Promo</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.theworkingmom.us/images/The Working Mom book cover.png"/>Introducing: Navigating the Lifecycle of the Working Mom in Healthcare A Working Mom ® &nbsp;Serie s Over the course of the next few weeks, we will provid ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[
<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_VqClO-6vSoCmwixvbxL0ZA" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_7dXNz4dJTUa25aXD3u7WTg" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_EBojEL_bTPaFlI1j3BNTEw" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_vqKMGhpwThCEDj09WE0Qgw" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style></style><h2
 class="zpheading zpheading-align-center " data-editor="true">Mother's Day 2025:&nbsp; The Working Mom LLC's 5th Anniversary!&nbsp;<br/>More details coming soon!&nbsp;</h2></div>
<div data-element-id="elm_PE0bGdAGT4SXrURidOsU4w" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><p align="center"><span style="font-size:24px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">Introducing: Navigating the Lifecycle of the Working Mom in Healthcare</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:16pt;"><br/></span></p></div>
</div><p><span style="font-size:20px;"><span style="color:inherit;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;">A Working Mom</span></span>®<span style="color:inherit;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">&nbsp;Serie</span><span style="color:inherit;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">s</span></span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><img src="https://bestbookmonkey.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/How-to-Plan-a-Successful-Book-Launch.jpg" alt="How to Plan a Successful Book Launch" style="width:665.94px !important;height:375px !important;max-width:100% !important;"></span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><br/></span></p><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">Over the course of the next few weeks, we will provide tiny glimpses into our upcoming 1st book. We plan to release a series of books that will help our fellow working moms navigate the ups and downs of balancing successful careers in healthcare with raising a family (whether you are a surgeon, a midlevel practitioner, a dentist, a nurse, or any other much needed technician that we rely heavily on in our healthcare systems.&nbsp;</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">&nbsp;</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">From tips and tricks for better organization, finance advice, quick meal ideas, nutrition and wellness advice, and pep talks when you need them most (because admit it, we all need those every once in a while).&nbsp;</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">&nbsp;</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">We plan to release a series of books, in addition to grow our merchandise line, cultivating unique luxury products every mom will love, and design luxury destination seminars (that we are currently working with the American Medical Association) to obtain Category 1 CME for health and wellness lectures that can enhance not only our own lives, but also the lives of our family, friends, and patients.&nbsp;</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">&nbsp;</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">So, when you are boarding your plane, Sonoma Valley-bound, for some anticipated collegial lectures, combined with relaxation, private yoga sessions,&nbsp;and incredibly crafted meals paired with local wines (if interested), know that you will return to your family and careers relaxed and recharged, with an arsenal of information intended to keep your mind and body balanced, while moving forward. </span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">&nbsp;</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">And when you start to feel that calm collected feeling start to fade……. you will then book your next trip! 😊</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;"><br/></span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;"><span style="text-decoration-line:underline;">Future Trip Locations include</span>:&nbsp;</span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">&nbsp;*Monterey/Carmel/Napa/Sonoma (California)</span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">*Sedona/Scottsdale (Arizona)</span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">*Big Sky (Montana)</span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">*Jackson Hole (Wyoming)</span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">*Las Vegas/Lake Tahoe (Nevada)</span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">*Key West (Florida)</span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">*Charleston (South Carolina)</span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">*Lake Placid (New York)</span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">*San Antonio/Austin (Texas)</span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">*New Orleans (Louisiana)</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">&nbsp;</span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">We can’t wait to have our community of healthcare working moms join us on this new adventure!&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;color:inherit;">So stay tuned, more to come soon!&nbsp;</span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><br/></p><p><span style="font-family:Montez, cursive;font-size:64px;">Lisa &amp; Adrienne</span></p></div></div></div></div></div></div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 13:00:00 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Happy January with Avaline Wines]]></title><link>https://www.theworkingmom.us/blogs/post/January-2025-Avaline</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.theworkingmom.us/Hero2_a42d8452-59e6-4cc1-abe5-d675fc3a07b5_1100x.webp"/> Cozy vibes, meet your new wine BFFs.&nbsp; This 9-bottle bundle is the move for fireside hangs, winter dinners, and staying warm with a gl ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[
<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_7icLhF9fRLmTmc3_mNAYDw" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_Uzhn_FoXRMe75sqajNfbeQ" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_tytdB1cST6uhqYN1J8PRiA" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_JbsAMC8tR023Rv6yA4ElOg" data-element-type="heading" class="zpelement zpelem-heading "><style></style><h2
 class="zpheading zpheading-align-center " data-editor="true">Introducing: The Winter Edit&nbsp;</h2></div>
<div data-element-id="elm_bSNEF3CpSc6l6WspnDHWTw" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">Cozy vibes, meet your new wine BFFs.&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">This 9-bottle bundle is the move for fireside hangs, winter dinners, and staying warm with a glass in hand. It includes:</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;"><br/></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">2- Red Blend</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;"><span style="color:inherit;">2- Riesling</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;"><span style="color:inherit;">2- Beaujolais</span><span style="color:inherit;"></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;"><span style="color:inherit;">1-Sauvignon Blanc</span><span style="color:inherit;"></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:24px;">2- Cabernet Sauvignon</span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><img src="https://drinkavaline.com/cdn/shop/files/Hero1_0c9d1d6b-3978-47ee-9a1e-4e8bcb7e9260_1500x.jpg?v=1736362743" style="width:633px !important;height:744.54px !important;max-width:100% !important;"></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:36px;"><a href="https://avaline.pxf.io/c/5380441/2549230/22496" title="Click Here" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="text-decoration-line:underline;">Click Here</a> for the link to your&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:36px;">Jack Frosty January collection. It's currently on sale!&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:36px;"><br/></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:36px;">Don't forget to use the promo code:&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:36px;font-weight:bold;">JAN15&nbsp;<span style="font-weight:normal;">at checkout to get an&nbsp;</span></span><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:36px;font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-weight:normal;"><span style="text-decoration-line:underline;">additional 15% off</span> AND <span style="text-decoration-line:underline;">free shipping!</span>&nbsp;</span></span><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:36px;">&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:36px;"><br/></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:36px;">Saluti!&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-size:64px;font-family:Montez, cursive;">-Lisa &amp; Adrienne</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:36px;"><br/></span></p></div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2025 22:53:20 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Working Moms in Healthcare~Unique Challanges we Face & How to Tackle Them]]></title><link>https://www.theworkingmom.us/blogs/post/Working-Moms-in-Healthcare</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.theworkingmom.us/images/proud-little-boy-with-his-doctor-mom.webp"/>As working moms in healthcare, we face unique challenges compared to other working moms.&nbsp; Here are some of the key differences: Demanding and Unpre ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[
<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_P0bT2YMtSMudQv6GQt_bTQ" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_NXHYAAySSMa3SiZqlqmXeQ" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_ThouTqYCTAuSfkQPvxCyhw" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_p2_bbuDMTVeiuW-_6w72Ww" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-weight:bold;font-size:20px;">As working moms in healthcare, we face unique challenges compared to other working moms.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-weight:bold;"><br></span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><img src="https://thumbs.dreamstime.com/b/medical-healthcare-working-mom-abstract-concept-blue-scrubs-stethoscope-name-badge-badge-pink-letters-spelling-91505770.jpg" style="width:727.43px !important;height:410px !important;max-width:100% !important;"></span><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-weight:bold;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-weight:bold;">Here are some of the key differences:</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="font-weight:bold;text-decoration-line:underline;">Demanding and Unpredictable Hours</span>: Healthcare professionals often work long, irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.&nbsp;This unpredictability can make it difficult to balance work and family life.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="font-weight:bold;text-decoration-line:underline;">High Stress and Emotional Toll</span>: The nature of healthcare work, which involves dealing with life-and-death situations, can be emotionally draining.&nbsp;This stress can spill over into our personal lives, affecting mental health and well-being.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="text-decoration-line:underline;font-weight:bold;">Exposure to Health Risks</span>: Working in healthcare, especially during pandemics, exposes moms to higher health risks, which can be a significant concern for our families.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="text-decoration-line:underline;font-weight:bold;">Limited Flexibility:</span> Many healthcare roles require physical presence, limiting the ability to work from home or have flexible hours.&nbsp;This lack of flexibility can make it harder to manage childcare and other family responsibilities.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="font-weight:bold;text-decoration-line:underline;">Career Advancement Barriers</span>: Due to the often demanding nature of our jobs, healthcare moms may find it challenging to pursue further education or career advancement opportunities.&nbsp;We often have to prioritize immediate job responsibilities over long-term career goals.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="font-weight:bold;text-decoration-line:underline;">Financial Insecurity</span>: The financial strain can be more pronounced for healthcare moms, especially if we need to reduce our working hours or take unpaid leave to manage caregiving responsibilities.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;">These factors combined make the experience of working moms in healthcare particularly challenging compared to other sectors.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;"><img src="https://www.pivium.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/AdobeStock_45642463-768x512.jpeg" style="width:658.5px !important;height:439px !important;max-width:100% !important;"></span><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-size:20px;font-weight:bold;">How can we address these challenges to better support working moms in healthcare?</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;">&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-weight:bold;">Here are some strategies that can help working moms in healthcare cope with the unique challenges:</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="font-weight:bold;text-decoration-line:underline;">Time Management</span>: Prioritize tasks and create a schedule that balances work and family responsibilities. Use tools like planners or apps to stay organized.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="font-weight:bold;text-decoration-line:underline;">Seek Support</span>: Build a support network of family, friends, and colleagues. Don’t hesitate to ask for help with childcare or household chores.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="font-weight:bold;text-decoration-line:underline;">Self-Care</span>: Make time for self-care activities, such as exercise, hobbies, or relaxation techniques. This can help reduce stress and improve overall well-being.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="font-weight:bold;text-decoration-line:underline;">Flexible Work Arrangements</span>: If possible, negotiate flexible work hours or part-time schedules with your employer. Some healthcare facilities may offer options like job sharing or telehealth roles.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="font-weight:bold;text-decoration-line:underline;">Professional Help</span>: Consider seeking professional counseling or therapy to manage stress and emotional challenges. Many healthcare organizations offer employee assistance programs (EAPs) that provide mental health support.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;color:inherit;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;color:inherit;"><span style="font-weight:bold;text-decoration-line:underline;">Continuing Education</span>: Look for online courses or part-time programs that allow you to advance your career without compromising your current responsibilities.</span><br></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="font-weight:bold;text-decoration-line:underline;">Financial Planning</span>: Create a budget and financial plan to manage expenses and save for the future. Consider consulting a financial advisor for personalized advice.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="font-weight:bold;text-decoration-line:underline;">Mindfulness and Meditation</span>: Practice mindfulness and meditation to stay grounded and manage stress. Even a few minutes a day can make a significant difference.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="font-weight:bold;text-decoration-line:underline;">Healthy Boundaries</span>: Set boundaries between work and home life. Try to leave work-related stress at the workplace and focus on family time when at home.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="font-weight:bold;text-decoration-line:underline;">Join Support Groups</span>: Connect with other working moms in healthcare through support groups or online communities. Sharing experiences and advice can be incredibly helpful.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;color:inherit;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;color:inherit;">Implementing these strategies can help ease some of the stress that goes along with our demanding careers. Don't forget that you are all badass supermoms and we need to lean on each other for support! And when all else fails... have a Happy Hour with your bestie!&nbsp;</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;color:inherit;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><img src="/files/IMG_1794%20-1-.jpg" style="width:296px !important;height:316.25px !important;max-width:100% !important;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;color:inherit;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;color:inherit;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;color:inherit;">And stay tuned.... we have new products and announcements on the horizon!&nbsp;</span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;color:inherit;"><br></span></p><p><span style="color:inherit;font-family:Montez, cursive;font-size:56px;">Xoxo -Lisa</span></p></div></div></div></div></div></div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Fri, 09 Aug 2024 11:15:00 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maternity Leave! Know Your Rights!]]></title><link>https://www.theworkingmom.us/blogs/post/Maternity-Leave2</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" hspace="5" src="https://www.theworkingmom.us/images/redundancy-concept-know-your-rights-sign.webp"/>Maternity leave rights in the United States vary based on federal and state laws. Here’s what you need to know: &nbsp; Family and Medical Leave Act (FM ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[
<div class="zpcontent-container blogpost-container "><div data-element-id="elm_cnAnl01HSKmunFvEZjlE3w" data-element-type="section" class="zpsection "><style type="text/css"></style><div class="zpcontainer"><div data-element-id="elm_gHeCXaOETXuh4_628HPQgw" data-element-type="row" class="zprow zpalign-items- zpjustify-content- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_Yfvc6uaDQx6eXpS_D5677A" data-element-type="column" class="zpelem-col zpcol-12 zpcol-md-12 zpcol-sm-12 zpalign-self- "><style type="text/css"></style><div data-element-id="elm_xYMB6NQlQrK8s01SeM7ZDA" data-element-type="text" class="zpelement zpelem-text "><style></style><div class="zptext zptext-align-center " data-editor="true"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><div style="color:inherit;"><p align="center"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></b></p><p align="center"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></b></p><p align="center"><span style="color:inherit;"><img src="https://th.bing.com/th/id/OIP.B7tv9V3ytQYt-IZXl-noggHaE7?w=290&amp;h=193&amp;c=7&amp;r=0&amp;o=5&amp;dpr=1.3&amp;pid=1.7" alt="Image result for pregnant ceo"></span><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></b></p><p align="center"><span style="color:inherit;"><br></span></p><p align="center"><b><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;">Maternity leave rights in the United States vary based on federal and state laws. Here’s what you need to know:</span></b></p><span></span><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;">&nbsp;</span></p><p align="center"><b><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;">Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA):</span></b></p><p align="center"><span style="color:inherit;"><img src="https://th.bing.com/th/id/OIP.ds-y0O6Zoio7-7MYBJYpGgHaE9?w=242&amp;h=180&amp;c=7&amp;r=0&amp;o=5&amp;dpr=1.3&amp;pid=1.7" alt="Image result for FMLA"></span><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></b></p><p align="center"><span style="color:inherit;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;margin-left:0.75in;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;">-The FMLA provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of&nbsp;<b>unpaid</b>&nbsp;leave per year for specific family and medical reasons, including childbirth and caring for a newborn.</span></p><span></span><p style="text-align:left;margin-left:0.75in;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;margin-left:0.75in;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;">-Legal parents (both mothers and fathers) are protected under this law.&nbsp;<span style="color:inherit;">To qualify, you must work for a covered employer (usually with 50 or more employees) and have been employed for at least 12 months.</span></span></p><p style="text-align:left;margin-left:0.75in;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><span></span><p style="text-align:left;margin-left:0.75in;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;">-During FMLA leave, your job is protected, and you cannot be fired or replaced.&nbsp;<span style="color:inherit;">However, this leave is&nbsp;</span><b style="font-size:12pt;color:inherit;">unpaid</b><span style="color:inherit;">, so planning and budgeting are essential.</span></span></p><span></span><p align="center"><b><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></b></p><p align="center"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;font-weight:bold;">Paid Maternity Leave:</span></p><p align="center"><span style="color:inherit;"><img src="https://assets.weforum.org/editor/medium_xwkM6Lw1Xb8AfCbMmXaCVeUjWOUu-zznliXWgOn-a24.png" alt="(PDF) Maternity protection and workers with family responsibilities in ..." style="width:535.28px !important;height:448px !important;max-width:100% !important;"></span><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></b></p><p align="center"><span style="color:inherit;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;margin-left:0.75in;"><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;">Unlike many other countries, the U.S. does not have federally mandated paid maternity leave.&nbsp;<span style="color:inherit;">Only about 12% of women in the private sector have access to any form of paid maternity leave.&nbsp;</span><span style="color:inherit;">Some states and individual employers voluntarily provide paid leave, but it’s not a national requirement.</span></span></p><p align="center"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></b></p><p align="center"><b><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA):</span></b></p><p align="center"><span style="color:inherit;"><img src="https://th.bing.com/th/id/OIP.ceI2j_MJlg7VjAht6C1ORgHaEo?w=286&amp;h=180&amp;c=7&amp;r=0&amp;o=5&amp;dpr=1.3&amp;pid=1.7"></span><b><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></b></p><p align="center"><span style="color:inherit;"><br></span></p><span style="font-size:18px;"></span><p style="text-align:left;margin-left:0.75in;"><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">-Passed in 1978, the PDA prohibits job discrimination based on pregnancy.</span></p><p style="text-align:left;margin-left:0.75in;"><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><span style="font-size:18px;"></span><p style="text-align:left;margin-left:0.75in;"><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">-Key provisions include:</span></p><span style="font-size:18px;"></span><p style="text-align:left;margin-left:1.25in;"><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">-Employers cannot fire you because you’re pregnant.</span></p><span style="font-size:18px;"></span><p style="text-align:left;margin-left:1.25in;"><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">-You cannot be forced to take mandatory maternity leave.</span></p><span style="font-size:18px;"></span><p style="text-align:left;margin-left:1.25in;"><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">-You must receive the same health, disability, and sick-leave benefits as other employees with medical conditions.</span></p><span style="font-size:18px;"></span><p style="text-align:left;margin-left:1.25in;"><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">-Reasonable accommodations (such as modified tasks or leave without pay) must be provided if needed.</span></p><span style="font-size:18px;"></span><p><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:left;"><span style="font-size:18px;font-family:Gabriela, serif;">Remember to research your specific state laws and company policies regarding maternity leave. Gathering paperwork and consulting your human resources department will help you navigate the process effectively.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size:56px;font-family:Montez, cursive;font-weight:bold;">-Xoxo Lisa</span></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Gabriela, serif;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Stay Tuned for More Tips, Tricks, and Advice by The Working Mom</span><span style="color:inherit;font-size:18px;">®</span><span style="font-size:12pt;color:inherit;">&nbsp;</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:12pt;">&nbsp;</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div> ]]></content:encoded><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2024 17:14:33 -0500</pubDate></item></channel></rss>