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Luck, Privilege, and the Responsibility to Do More
Hard work is essential for success, but it’s not the only factor. Access, privilege, and sheer luck also play pivotal roles—whether we...
Layla Sabourian
Feb 225 min read
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Let's 'Undepress Together'
After thirteen years, I was planning this month to return to Iran and show my daughters the beautiful land that defines so much of who I...
Layla Sabourian
Jan 28, 20232 min read
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The Golden Kurdish Dress
“You really shouldn’t have!” I murmur as my grandmother presents me with the brightly colored golden embroidered gown-- adorned with more be
Layla Sabourian
Oct 25, 20224 min read
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Breastfeeding⏤A Multi-sensory Affliction
It’s one of those fiddly motherhood moments. I brace for impact as the pseudo-sympathy bomb drops.
Layla Sabourian
Nov 29, 20213 min read
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Celebrating A Year of Love & Community
During the third day of my unimaginably long labor, I truly wondered whether I would survive to see this day: my daughter’s first birthday.
Layla Sabourian
Nov 4, 20213 min read
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When Should You Start Disciplining Your Children?
Luckily, so far the other parents and children have treated us graciously and have forgiven my daughter’s tantrums.
Layla Sabourian
Nov 3, 20212 min read
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Simple Ways to Make a Difference for Breast Cancer Awareness
Let’s dream of a day where people diagnosed with breast cancer can have confidence that they will be not only be cured but go on long after.
Layla Sabourian
Nov 3, 20211 min read
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Breastfeeding: When Do I Stop?
My biggest fear of motherhood was always breastfeeding as I had very sensitive breasts & I'd heard too many horrid stories from friends.
Layla Sabourian
Nov 3, 20212 min read
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The Age-Old Question: Daycare or Nanny?
Like most new moms out there, I wake up every morning with a smile and a sigh, because I could really use another hour of sleep.
Layla Sabourian
Nov 3, 20212 min read
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Gender Studies—Why?
Our Answers Team community managers have had some interesting discussions on the topic and encourage a healthy debate about stereotypes.
Layla Sabourian
Nov 3, 20212 min read
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Interviewing for Community/Social Media Roles in 2009
Good As to scary Qs: What do you think you can bring to our company/community that is unique or sets you apart from other candidates?
Layla Sabourian
Nov 3, 20213 min read
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Silicon Valley Community Strategists & Leaders Share Secrets to Success
My learnings concluded that despite a variety of creative approaches, each successful online support group had community benefits.
Layla Sabourian
Nov 3, 20213 min read
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