Parents at Work

Our 14-year-old daughter is an only child, and because of our work schedules, she spends a lot of time alone. She’s responsible and finds things to keep busy, but I've been feeling guilty that she… more

I have a toddler boy who feels impossible to discipline. He plays rough. Doesn’t listen. Gets in tons of trouble at every program I’ve ever sent him to.

He’s been evaluated (for what’s appropriate at his age), is… more

My little one is only 3 months, so I know it's way too soon for potty training, but I'm curious. I keep seeing TikToks of moms potty training their newborns by holding them over buckets. Love … more

We’re thinking about whether we should have a third child. We already have two children, and we’re financially stable with no financial burden. But we’re wondering—is the transition from two kids to t… more

Our neighbors dog barks 8-10 straight hours a day, other neighbors shared he keeps the large poodle crated all day even while he’s home. Owner is an older man, frail. The dog’s barks are getting more … more

We're first-timers taking our 6-month-old to the beach. We definitely want to avoid underpacking so we don't have to constantly run to the store, but we also don't want to overpack and loo… more

What is it with people who RSVP yes to a kid's party and then just ghost? If your kid is sick and you text, I completely get it. But flat-out no-shows are so disrespectful, and I’m still stuck pay… more

What does your company do for occasions like births and baby showers? We have two women in our office who are due around the same time. One of them is expecting her first, but the other is having her … more

Question: Do you guys send a gift or something to your daycare teachers for kids birthday? Context: we take week off and celebrate our toddlers birthday in a private manner. We don’t do anything for d… more

My toddler is an incredibly picky eater and somehow survives on air and beige carbs. Her pediatrician insists she's fine growth-wise, but it's fine to give her a daily multivitamin. Do you giv… more

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It's to build something flexible enough to survive it.

Just wondering what age your kids started losing teeth. My older son was a late bloomer and didn't lose his first tooth until he was 7 years old. Now, my 5-year-old already has two loose teeth at … more

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What do you do when your kiddo is sick? i’m on day 2 of needing to keep my infant home from daycare due to illness and luckily, this this the first time it’s happened but how understanding are employe… more

My oldest is 9, and we don't do screens at home. Everyone tells me we're the odd ones out and that every other kid already has an iPad by this age, but I'm not buying it. I’m open to a fam… more

Been working on potty training and unfortunately my toddler is withholding poop. Please give me all your tips and suggestions

My husband and I WFH and tag-team watching our toddler, but we’re hitting a wall now that he’s super mobile. He gets so frustrated being stuck inside while we work and just wants to play outside. We w… more

My 2yo was invited to his first birthday party at a soft play gym by another boy in his daycare class. My husband and I both want to go to meet other parents, but we’d have to bring our 7-month-old. T… more

My team leader wants to change my shift pattern, due to shortage of staff. Is it legal to do so?

Looking for 1st birthday gift ideas. Feel like we have all the toys in the world especially with this being not the first kid.

Any advice for dealing with parents who are not terrible enough to cut off contact with but who are stressful and unpleasant to be around? I really dislike my mom for a million reasons but my daughter… more

my daughter is 10 and has a lil mustache, sometimes more noticeable than other times. I want her to take the lead on asking for what she wants. I don't want to say anything and give her any insec… more

Pregnant with my second, and they'll be 21 months apart. I always wanted a big family (3-4 kids), but I'm already overwhelmed with the idea of having two. Daycare costs are insane, and my care… more

Another week, another daycare bug. My toddler is home sick again today, and I'm losing my mind trying to balance work deadlines between constant temperature checks and cuddle requests. How do you … more

How are you surviving summer if you're on a budget? I'm having some major mom guilt today. My 11-year-old daughter seems content hanging out at home this summer, but I feel like I'm failin… more

Any advice for helping a newly 3yo adjust to a nanny? Going back to work after having a second (5m old) and hired a nanny to help with school pick up through bedtime since we have demanding jobs that … more

I’m a single mom of two (6 and 9) and totally stuck in a rut. If I cook a decent meal after work, the kids barely touch it. If I pick up a pizza? They devour it and ask for seconds. It feels impossibl… more

How do you stay connected to your professional self when parenting takes every ounce of your energy? I used to be so ambitious and on top of things. Now? I feel like I'm operating in survival mode… more

i am currently 18 weeks pregnant and am yet to tell my employer. i work in a pub so my “bosses” are the licensee and assistant manager who’s shifts end just before mine starts so i cannot tell them in… more

I hate paw patrol because the internal logic of the shows literally doesn’t make sense….

How much summer screen time is normal for a preteen? My son is pushing for all-day screen time now that school is out, claiming all his friends have unlimited time. School year limits were easy, but t… more

Is the price of things driving you insane? I took my kid to the movies - $78 for 2 tickets, 2 sodas, 1 small popcorn. I’m in NYC, hope it’s better elsewhere. Feeling fatalistic about it all. A new cat… more

My team is big on happy hours and after-hours networking, but it's just not realistic for me right now because of dinner and bedtime routines. I'm worried that skipping these is hurting my wor… more

My job keeps me glued to my desk reading and typing, and strict productivity rules make movement breaks next to impossible. My doctor says I need to get active for my health and weight. Has anyone tri… more

Today was my baby’s first day of daycare. Instead of running errands and enjoying the time for myself, I (FTM) just went back home, sat in the quiet, and missed him. I'm back to work next week, an… more

Those of you with parents/grandparents that are older and starting to have health issues, who is taking care of them and staying on top of medications and appointments? Currently struggling with my older in laws … more

We're expecting baby #2 this summer (oldest is 3.5), and I'm considering taking 2 years off or going super part-time. Is it better to be home for the intense baby/toddler phase, or later on wh… more

Any moms (or dads) on here gone through HR to get an accommodation to work from home?
My mental heath and nervous system is a complete wreck right now from having to leave my one year old every day wh… more