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Love spending time with my 5 year old son but GOD I AM SO SICK of playing with his superhero action figures ALL THE TIME. Ill do crafts, play board games, legos.. anything else! But he rarely bites… more

Ok. Potty training tips for a willful kiddo? Our almost-3-y/o did ok the first few days, but more recently has decided she’s going to hold it because she “doesn’t want to.” She’s mostly pants-less or … more

Did your hips get wider after birth? (Outside of weight gain) 🤔 I lost all my weight more or less and wondering if I should get rid of 15 pairs of pants I can’t fit in anymore 😩 and go one size abov… more

Planning on taking a year for my second child. My older will be 19 months apart. I am afraid no one will hire an older lady with two kids. Currently can’t stand my current job. I know I won’t regret s… more

My son was just doing that meditation exercise where you mindfully eat one raisin, but instead he ate the entire box. When I told him this he said “I mindfully ate the entire box” 🤣

Anyone else really tapped out by how much everyone - kids, spouse, etc. - needs from you? Reached the point of tears and have no idea what to do next. I’m just overwhelmed. How do you recharge?

I was short and a bit chubby before pregnancy. At 18 weeks I’ve gained 17lbs. Terrified of what I will be at 40 weeks. Can I slow this down?

Pump: elvie or willow? Due in March and tempted by the Black Friday sales... Anyone hate theirs or wish they’d gotten the other one?

I’m about to be offered a freelance contract that sounds like it could be fairly long term. It would start as a couple months to start and then revisit contract. I’m due with my second in May. I don’t… more

Hi! I’m about 12 wks pregnant, super nervous to tell my new employer. When is a good time to tell them? (And yes, I’ve been at the company less than 1 year.)

I don’t think I can stomach sleep training 😖 Any motivational stories, tips, or other experiences? Baby is 8 weeks old.

I’m 18 weeks pregnant and my capacity for stress is maxed out. I am being overwhelmed with work and finding all the solutions I can but it doesn’t stop. How can I tell my boss this is crazy without hi… more

My husband took the baby to Costco. The house is quiet. Empty. What do I do?

I am one week postpartum and my boobs are engorged, I’m bleeding and sore, the baby is a brute and eats every 1-2 hours, and my husband just asked me “when can we have sex again?” Please give me the s… more

Anyone just staying at their work place because is Covid? I’m not getting ahead or a raise want to leave, but Covid. Dead end, but think I’m just going to have another kid.

This whole preggo thing would be much easier if the secret first trimester was the one you felt the best in. 🤢

Do you have a nanny in your home or have you interviewed a nanny during COVID? Any important lessons you may be willing to share? My previous nanny agreed to wear a mask but I mostly saw it slide unde… more

Seriously considering quitting with nothing lined up. I'm so overwhelmed with taking care of a 6 month old and working this job with no structure and poor management. Doing my best but I'm get… more

Can I interview while trying to conceive? Most maternity leave policies require that you’re at the company for 1 year. Afraid I won’t get any if I get pregnant right away. It happened with my first.

Maternity bra advice needed! I’m 20 weeks and suddenly a 36D/DD (used to be an A/B) and struggling to find a comfortable bra. Been living in sports bras. Just want something comfortable and light idea… more

Feeling SO unmotivated lately. I once had a bunch of friends at my agency and now they’ve all left or been furloughed. And now I’m stuck on a lean team with a toxic non-stop-work culture. Send help!

I thought my nausea was gone (16w) and have been puking the most today. Whyyyy. What happened to magical 2nd tri.

What are ways you and your partner have fought/been tough on each other, because of newborn sleep deprivation? I’m feeling down because my partner’s being passive aggressive and I’m tired. I would lov… more

Had a baby 20 months ago. Interest in sex is non existent and I feel weird when husband grabs my boobs - even if I stopped breastfeeding some months ago. Will I ever be normal again 😳

Any toddler music albums that won’t make me want to wear earplugs/drink at 9am? Don’t say Raffi or Lisa Loeb. Thanks!

Clueless first time mom to be. Do I need to pump if I’m taking significant time off (12mos)?

I’m 8 weeks pregnant with my 2nd baby and the exhaustion and nausea are absolutely killing me. Plus caring for a 2.5 year old. I feel like I’m not firing on all cylinders at work and I’m a zombie at h… more

I have a 16-month-old son and not a single mom friend. It feels so pathetic to write that. I'd love to find other moms so my kid can have playdates, but also so I can have someone to talk to, comm… more

Anyone have a gps tracker for kids that are not old enough for phones?

I’m interviewing and have decided to own being a mom and the career choices I made along that journey. It’s really a powerful experience to just bring myself to these meetings. Wanted to share in case… more

My 4-week old whimpers and wakes up after 2 hours of sleep - but when I take him in my arms, he sleeps an extra hour. Should I stop doing that? :S Pediatrician says I should do what works with a newbo… more

Suggestions for Affordable online therapist other than better help?

Mamas- send me your potty training prayers (and tips). We’re starting this weekend and I could use all the good vibes 🤞

Do i need to set up dental and vision insurance for my newborn? (Does he need to visit a dentist/eye doctor before 1 year?)

Hey ladies! I gave birth last month and have a good insurance through MDC partners. I just got my first hospital bill at $3.4k ($12k has been paid by the insurance). Basic birth (quick - no epidural -… more

Besides “schedule flexibility,” has any agency actually provided resources to help parents? Or is quitting really the only option you have if you can’t juggle job and kids+school at home?

Has anyone successfully switched jobs while on maternity leave? I hate my agency right now but need to stick with it to qualify for NY paid family leave. Am struggling to motivate myself to do anythin… more