After the birth of her second child, Lara O’Shea, could easily have thrown up her hands, said, “Enough already!”, and left her job as an account director at powerhouse advertising agency, Ogilvy & Mather. But she didn’t. Her reason? She was working at the right company. For the third year in a row Ogilvy has been named one of the best places to work for moms by … [Read more...] about The secret to work/parenting success? Choose the right company
Pregnancy
Keeping intimacy alive during pregnancy
The ins and outs of intercourse and intimacy during pregnancy Just like in your normal love life, sexual desire and intimacy can go every which way during pregnancy. There are more hormones flying around and increased blood flow into reproductive tissue, which could account for many women’s increased sex drive at certain stages in their pregnancy. This is a time of not only … [Read more...] about Keeping intimacy alive during pregnancy
Top 5 keys for a well-behaved kid
It can really drive me nuts when my daughter is 'misbehaving' and not being a helpful member of the family. And then there are those marvelous times when she is flowing with us and we are all working as a team. It is such a great feeling. This week I outline 5 keys to getting your child to work with you rather than against you, and thus support your family to have more … [Read more...] about Top 5 keys for a well-behaved kid
Pregnancy and in-laws: how to cope if they drive you crazy
If I had to make a list of the complaints that my pregnant patients report, mother-in-law issues would most definitely be in the top ten. If you are one of the blessed lucky souls who likes her mother-in-law, feel free to go read something else. But if you have a mother-in-law who seems to know how to push your button, read on… Many women realize that their mother-in-law’s … [Read more...] about Pregnancy and in-laws: how to cope if they drive you crazy
4 tips to boost your bond with baby during pregnancy
Don't wait until delivery day to begin building a relationship with your son or daughter. Though sight unseen, you can still nurture a bond with your baby that will last a lifetime. Here's how: Use your voice Your little one is growing and changing at an incredible rate. By the second trimester, his or her hearing develops and your baby will be influenced by outside noise. Of … [Read more...] about 4 tips to boost your bond with baby during pregnancy