Playing Offense & Defense for Working Moms

Should You Hide Your Baby Bump At Work?

Text Sarah - Be Featured! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2440000/open_sms] This week on Go Ask Your Mothers—The Podcast, we’re diving into the latest pregnancy fashion drama—because apparently, a baby bump at work is still controversial in 2025. We’re breaking down the viral backlash against meteorologist Claire Anderson for daring to wear form-fitting outfits while pregnant. Then, we get into the internet’s favorite debate: what parents refuse to let their kids do. A viral reel featuring doctors’ ‘never-ever’ parenting rules has sparked heated discussions—no sleepovers? No ATVs? No popcorn? I’ll share mine too. See the reel I’m talking about on this Instagram post! [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DGBlGskoLZs/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==] Plus, we’re talking about the most underrated parenting life skill: the nature pee. Because sometimes, when you gotta go… you gotta go. And sometimes, when you’re mid-nature-pee, you get ambushed by a herd of miniature horses. (True story.) 🎧 Tune in, drop your ‘never-ever’ rule in the comments, and let’s talk about it! Sarah Wells is the author of Go Ask Your Mothers: One Simple Step for Managers to Support Working Moms for Team Success [https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Go-Ask-Your-Mothers/Sarah-Wells/9781637745571], and CEO & founder of a mission-driven brand [https://www.sarahwellsbags.com/] empowering parents with innovative breastfeeding support products. She also leads the Otrera Collective, a mastermind supporting woman-owned small businesses. Sarah collaborates with Employee Resource Groups, management teams, and leadership events to help organizations foster supportive, thriving environments for working moms. Connect with Sarah through Substack [https://sarahwellsbrand.substack.com/], via LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-wells-author/] or directly here [sarah@sarahwellsbags.com]. And, follow on Instagram @SarahWellsBags [https://www.instagram.com/sarahwellsbags/] for all things breastfeeding and @GoAskYourMothers [https://www.instagram.com/goaskyourmothers] for book and more, along with working mom life, tips, and advocacy.

Playing Offense & Defense for Working Moms

Text Sarah - Be Featured! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2440000/open_sms] This week on Go Ask Your Mothers—The Podcast, we’re talking about advocacy—why we need to play both offense and defense when it comes to protecting our rights and support as working moms and pushing for progress. Inspired by my newfound love of football (can you take a guess on how I got into this sport), we’re diving into how policy shifts impact working moms, from childcare struggles (looking at you, national news anchor, ahem) to the importance of community-building including the incredible new project from from Alli Kushner and BeeKyn [https://beekyn.co/]. Plus, we’ll break down the most viral parenting moments from this past week—because let’s be real, it’s bring-your-kid-to-work season in Hollywood. 🎧 Tune in, share with a fellow mom, and keep advocating! Sarah Wells is the author of Go Ask Your Mothers: One Simple Step for Managers to Support Working Moms for Team Success [https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Go-Ask-Your-Mothers/Sarah-Wells/9781637745571], and CEO & founder of a mission-driven brand [https://www.sarahwellsbags.com/] empowering parents with innovative breastfeeding support products. She also leads the Otrera Collective, a mastermind supporting woman-owned small businesses. Sarah collaborates with Employee Resource Groups, management teams, and leadership events to help organizations foster supportive, thriving environments for working moms. Connect with Sarah through Substack [https://sarahwellsbrand.substack.com/], via LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-wells-author/] or directly here [sarah@sarahwellsbags.com]. And, follow on Instagram @SarahWellsBags [https://www.instagram.com/sarahwellsbags/] for all things breastfeeding and @GoAskYourMothers [https://www.instagram.com/goaskyourmothers] for book and more, along with working mom life, tips, and advocacy.

Support for Moms Is Shifting—Here’s What You Need to Know

Text Sarah - Be Featured! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2440000/open_sms] Welcome back to Go Ask Your Mothers!  In this episode, policies that support women in the workplace and working moms are changing—some are rolling back, and others are holding strong. In this episode, we break down what’s happening, what’s still legally yours (hello, PUMP Act & Pregnant Workers Fairness Act), and why employers still need to show up for moms. Plus, we’re talking about my viral ghost boobies reel (yep, still getting daily trolls a year later!) and sharing workplace hacks every mom needs. Grab your coffee, your pump, or your secret pantry chocolate—this one’s for you! Resources: BreastfeedLA [https://www.breastfeedla.org], MomsRising [https://www.momsrising.org], Info on Policies that Support Working Moms [https://sarahwellsbags.com/blogs/breastfeeding-resources-from-sarah-wells/your-pumping-rights] Sarah Wells is the author of Go Ask Your Mothers: One Simple Step for Managers to Support Working Moms for Team Success [https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Go-Ask-Your-Mothers/Sarah-Wells/9781637745571], and CEO & founder of a mission-driven brand [https://www.sarahwellsbags.com/] empowering parents with innovative breastfeeding support products. She also leads the Otrera Collective, a mastermind supporting woman-owned small businesses. Sarah collaborates with Employee Resource Groups, management teams, and leadership events to help organizations foster supportive, thriving environments for working moms. Connect with Sarah through Substack [https://sarahwellsbrand.substack.com], via LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-wells-author/] or directly here [sarah@sarahwellsbags.com]. And, follow on Instagram @SarahWellsBags [https://www.instagram.com/sarahwellsbags/] for all things breastfeeding and @GoAskYourMothers [https://www.instagram.com/goaskyourmothers] for book and more, along with working mom life, tips, and advocacy.

Motherhood: It's All Fun and Games Until Someone Grabs Poop

Text Sarah - Be Featured! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2440000/open_sms] Welcome back to Go Ask Your Mothers! In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the mess, magic, and mayhem of motherhood.  First, we’ll explore two exciting updates: a new initiative [https://lactationnetwork.com/promo/breastfeeding-friendly-restaurant/] that’s making restaurants more welcoming for parents (because yes, you can breastfeed and enjoy a hot meal), and California’s historic expansion [https://www.gov.ca.gov/2025/01/02/governor-newsom-announces-landmark-boost-to-paid-family-leave-benefits-for-2025/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] of paid family leave—huge news for working parents everywhere. Then, in Moms Gone Viral, we’ll laugh, cringe, and maybe even tear up. We’re talking about the generational parenting divide [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DAWXzhYSck5/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D] and one mom’s unexpected discovery [https://people.com/mom-puzzled-after-smelling-poop-in-her-house-then-she-finds-it-in-her-sons-hands-exclusive-8770718#:~:text=her%20son%27s%20hands-,Jordan%20Scarfino%20was%20in%20her%20living%20room%20when%20she%20smelled,on%2C%20she%20started%20to%20panic.] of what her toddler was clutching during nap time. Spoiler: it wasn’t a stuffed animal. Finally, in Mama Hacks & Facts, we’ll equip you with the ultimate pumping bag checklist to keep you prepared for whatever the day (or your boss or baby or boss who is a baby) throws at you.  Tune in for the wit, wisdom, and wild ride that is motherhood. And don’t forget to text me your own mom-like moments—you might just hear your story on a future episode! Sarah Wells is the author of Go Ask Your Mothers: One Simple Step for Managers to Support Working Moms for Team Success [https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Go-Ask-Your-Mothers/Sarah-Wells/9781637745571], and CEO & founder of a mission-driven brand [https://www.sarahwellsbags.com/] empowering parents with innovative breastfeeding support products. She also leads the Otrera Collective, a mastermind supporting woman-owned small businesses. Sarah collaborates with Employee Resource Groups, management teams, and leadership events to help organizations foster supportive, thriving environments for working moms. Connect with Sarah through Substack, via LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-wells-author/] or directly here [sarah@sarahwellsbags.com]. And, follow on Instagram @SarahWellsBags for all things breastfeeding and @GoAskYourMothers for book and more, along with working mom life, tips, and advocacy.

Rotisserie Chicken

Text Sarah - Be Featured! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2440000/open_sms] In the very first episode of Go Ask Your Mothers, Sarah Wells serves up a full plate of mom moments—starting with New York’s game-changing paid prenatal leave law, a hilarious rotisserie chicken gift card story, and a baby monitor mishap that screams “mom brain.” Plus, don’t miss her sanity-saving hacks for traveling with a pump. Buckle up—it’s a wild ride, just like motherhood! Sarah Wells is the author of Go Ask Your Mothers: One Simple Step for Managers to Support Working Moms for Team Success [https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Go-Ask-Your-Mothers/Sarah-Wells/9781637745571], and CEO & founder of a mission-driven brand [https://www.sarahwellsbags.com/] empowering parents with innovative breastfeeding support products. She also leads the Otrera Collective, a mastermind supporting woman-owned small businesses. Sarah collaborates with Employee Resource Groups, management teams, and leadership events to help organizations foster supportive, thriving environments for working moms. Connect with Sarah through Substack, via LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-wells-author/] or directly here [sarah@sarahwellsbags.com]. And, follow on Instagram @SarahWellsBags for all things breastfeeding and @GoAskYourMothers for book and more, along with working mom life, tips, and advocacy.