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When I began to explore my childcare options, I completed over 20 daycare tours. I toured daycares in the city where I live as well as those closer to my work location, which is over 45 minutes away by car.

Initially, I chose to send my child to the daycare associated with my workplace. It is a 4-star facility, with a beautiful playground, large windows, and a strong curriculum.

Once I returned to work, I learned a few things relatively quickly:

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Transitioning back to work after having a baby is challenging, but an additional challenge is figuring out how to pump at work. Here are 10 tips for successful pumping as a working mom.

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Networking and informational interviews can help a job candidate stand out in a crowded pool of applicants. Students and postdocs often ask how I got my first offer for a position in the pharma industry. I give credit to networking and informational interviews. Here is my story.

Networking and informational interviews are critical to a successful job search. Photo by Evangeline Shaw
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Before my son was born, I never realized how much of a struggle it really is to “have it all.”

I always just did everything I needed or wanted to do. I ran 6 miles a day, was a top student, then top performer at work. I was married and considered myself a thoughtful, caring wife.

Having my son hit me like a ton of bricks. I never knew how challenging having a child was. That little boy that I loved with my whole heart really made me struggle, and caring for him still challenges me daily.

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