Taking my family (not pictured) with me on a work trip was a bit stressful, but I'm glad I did it. Jordan Siemens/Getty Images I brought my baby, toddler, and husband with me on a work trip to Palm Springs. Balancing parental responsibilities with work obligations was challenging, but not impossible. My husband was a huge help, and I'm glad we were able to make new memories as a family. Being a freelance writer and editor means I have the flexibility to work from wherever, whether that's on a