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Member Spotlight: Liz Marion
Meet Liz As a kid, Liz Marion had two very different career dreams: veterinarian or talk show host. While she didn't end up in either field, the...
They Didn’t Leave – They Leveled Up
Sometimes growth means leaving. And sometimes, leaving proves the model works exactly as intended. In October 2023, C & A Financial Services...
SHIFT Playroom Holiday Gift Guide 2025
At SHIFT Work + Play, our playroom is lovingly outfitted with toys that spark creativity, imagination, and independent play. Every play session...
In Defense of Summer Programs: Why It’s Time to Stop Judging Parents and Start Supporting Them
Lately, I can’t scroll social media without seeing the same refrain: “Parents today are over-programming their kids.” The posts usually include...
The Parents Are Not OK — And That’s Why SHIFT Exists
In August 2024, then U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued a powerful advisory on the mental health and well-being of parents: “Parents...
Member Spotlight: Matthew Wood
Meet Matt Growing up, Matthew (Matt) had a passion for both technology and problem-solving, which led him to where he is today—helping government...
SHIFT Lending Library: Books for Work and Play
At SHIFT Work + Play, we believe in supporting our members in their busy lives as parents, professionals, and so much more. That’s why our...
Member Spotlight: Abby Mann
Meet Abby Abby was interested in a lot of different careers as she grew up, including teaching, writing, singing and event planning. Today she...
30-Minute Full-Body Workout for Busy Parents and Professionals
By Madison Kincaid, Playroom Attendant Note: This post contains affiliate links. Hello! My name is Madison and I have been the lead playroom...
My Love/Hate Relationship with “Productivity”
By Megan Donovan, Owner/Operator, SHIFT Work + Play Moment of Truth: I have a love/hate relationship with the word “productive.” There, I said...










