Balance. For most women, this means managing work - to achieve better work/life harmony. A self-professed contrarian – I flipped this equation around and realized for me, balance meant adding work back into my life. After the birth of my second child, I made the decision to stay at home for a few years to be active in their young lives. I layered in activities like managing my stock portfolio, volunteering as Treasurer at my children’s local school and earning a second professional designation (that I barely mention, much less apply). While not every day at home was perfect,... More »
In playgrounds everywhere moms can join the great debate of staying at home with children vs. returning to work. For many women the choice can be painful and gut-wrenching and feel like an all or nothing decision. But does it have to be? Most moms will agree – a happy mom means a happy child. And part of that happiness is the ability to balance the needs of children and family with a professional identity. But let’s face it, it can be tough to ‘have it all’ – maintaining a hands-on approach with multiple children (especially while they are... More »



