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Coworking for Working Parents in the Summer: Flexible Office Space When School’s Out

Looking for a way to stay productive this summer while your kids are out of school?

Remember when DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince told us summertime was a time to sit back and unwind? Yeah… not so much when you’re a working parent.

We see parents navigating the summer chaos at Workbar everyday with laptops in one hand and iced coffee in the other (which, as any true New Englander knows, is a year-round commitment).

Coworking isn’t just a convenience. For many of us, it’s a life saver. Local coworking spaces like Workbar have become essential for parents who need a productive, flexible place to work in between camp drop-offs, half-days, and heat wave-induced schedule scrambles.

Why Summer Is the Hardest Season for Working Parents

Here’s how the first Monday of the summer started for me:
Boston was experiencing its first heat wave and by 6:45AM, both kids’ camps had emailed with heat-related schedule changes.  What followed was a masterclass in hybrid chaos: calls from the parking lot, emails from the field, Slack replies while refilling water bottles. Summer is no break for working parents.

School is out, but work isn't, and most camps don’t run 9 to 5. Some don’t even run five days a week. Parents are left stitching together a patchwork of care, transportation, and productivity without any room for error.

That’s where flexible workspaces come in.  Your local coworking provider to the rescue.

Flexible Coworking Solutions for Parents This Summer

Coworking is one of the few things that makes summer work.

Our spaces across Greater Boston are designed for people who need:

  • Proximity to home or camp
  • Quiet zones for deep work (or a space away from the constant “I’m booooored” followed by a request for snacks)
  • Reliable Wi-Fi and AC (crucial when it’s 98° and your house Wi-Fi buckles under Roblox and Zoom)
  • Flexible memberships or day passes that adjust to your schedule
For me, coworking has been the difference between chaos and control.  As many might recall, my daughter started school on the North Shore this past fall (I live in Hingham and her school is in Manchester by the Sea). I anointed myself “Carpool CEO” but in reality, I was able to make it all work thanks to Workbar Salem. I didn’t have to give up a single workday, I just plugged in close to where I already was.

 

The Flexibility Parents (Especially Women) Need to Stay in the Workforce

According to LeanIn.org, 1 in 3 working moms considered downshifting their careers due to lack of flexibility, and McKinsey’s 2024 Women in the Workplace report found that flexibility is one of the top reasons women stay in the workforce long-term.

Coworking offers:

  • A productive workspace close to home that isn’t your kitchen table
  • No commute stress or long-haul office trips
  • A break from the isolation of working from home
  • A supportive community of people who get it

It’s not just about a desk. It’s about giving working parents a space where they can focus, reset, and keep going.

Why Workbar Works for Parents

Proximity
With 11 locations across Greater Boston, you can work near home, near camp, or near your sanity.

Flexibility
Our Hybrid, Unlimited and On Demand Day Pass options fit unpredictable summer schedules.

Community
You’re not alone here. Other parents are figuring it out too, often at the next desk over.

Productivity
No laundry. No snack requests. No chaos. Just space that actually lets you get things done.

From One Parent to Another

I’ve been doing the summer juggle for years. I’ve taken investor calls from parking lots, pitched media while refilling water bottles, and used Starlink in my car to get through a Wi-Fi dead zone. It’s not always pretty, but it’s possible.

Coworking is one of the few things that helps it all work.

If you're feeling the summer scramble, try a space built for your life, not in spite of it.

Frequently Asked Questions: 

What is the best coworking space for parents near Boston?

Workbar gives you access to 11 locations spread throughout Greater Boston.  Chances are, there is one within 20 minutes from where you live.  Our spaces are designed for real humans, and our flexible memberships are made for people who don’t need a private office full time, but do need a reliable place to get things done. Especially parents.

Can I bring my child to a coworking space?

We love kids (really, we do), but our spaces are built for professionals. The best time to drop in is when your little one is at camp, with a caregiver, or busy living their best popsicle-fueled summer life.

Which Workbar membership is best for working parents?

Our Hybrid Membership offers the most flexibility for fluctuating summer schedules.

 
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