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Just got some bad fertility results. Feel like I’m probably going to have to do IVF. If there any IVF moms in here I could use some words of encouragement 😢

Uh oh...I think I have hemorrhoids?! (I’m in my 3rd trimester) I’m on vacation and can’t see a doctor yet. I looked online and it looks like there are creams but you just wait til it goes away? Any ex… more

What activities could my parents do with my 3 month old?

Background: This is their first grandbaby and the first time that they are meeting her due to COVID. They are coming for two weeks while I trans… more

I just want to say - I appreciate all of you and this bowl. Much more than other digital “mom group” communities. Thank you for supporting each-other ❤️

Pregnant with my first and trying to figure out a plan for maximum sleep for the newborn stage (hoping to breastfeed). There are so many approaches, each with a very dogmatic view - taking cara babie… more

I’ve applied to over 40 jobs since I was laid off in March. Not one click to my portfolio, per analytics. With a family of four, we are being spread thin. Not only is the income desperately needed, bu… more

🌚 I’m almost 8 months pregnant and I’ve been waking up after only 5 hours of sleep to go to the bathroom (can’t hold pee longer 😩) - and can’t fall back to sleep. But then I’m a zombie and need a 2-… more

Moms who have freelanced and had different titles, how do you list these on your resume? Especially curious to hear from anyone with gaps for mat leave. Do you conceal this or is it clear on your resu… more

I’m 6 weeks pregnant and work at a tiny agency where our boss hates structure and policy is all about the “just be an adult and communicate” approach to project management/feedback/vacation etc. which… more

Has any working mom felt they could negotiate maternity leave policy time off before starting at a new company? Feels forward, but they don’t put it into a benefits package unless you ask what the pol… more

I feel like a failure. Last Monday our school announced that we will be virtual for the first four weeks (and assessing every month). All around me, even before the announcement, moms (no dads) coor… more

I live in Texas where cases are skyrocketing with a 1-year old and a demanding job. I was hoping to put him in daycare, but can’t shake the feeling that daycare this Fall, going into cold / flu season… more

Hey Mamas,

I’m in the home stretch of my pregnancy, and expecting a little boy the next month. What advice do you have for a first time working mom? Can be work related or just general parenting advice… more

Gathering some research for a brief: what do you miss the most about being in the office, if anything hahaha

Husband & I have a trip planned. On an airplane. To a destination. We’ve talked over the precautions & safety measures we’re gonna take. We fly Delta, ALWAYS, and they are doing a great job of… more

Fellow Mom fishies, I just got two positive pregnancy tests in a row. I’m 40. This is my third. It took us TWO YEARS to conceive my second with medical help. Hubs and I literally looked at each 3 weeks ago and sa… more

Does anyone here know anything about North or South Carolina? I know that’s a broad question but thinking about grabbing a short term rental this fall and really do this “work from anywhere” thing up.… more

Anyone have experience with Every Mother or Bloom method for post-partum core recovery? (Or other post-natal exercise program?) Wasn’t in great shape prior to this pregnancy so want to ease back in be… more

For NYC moms of young kids, how soon will you be open to taking/sending your small ones to things like mommy & me classes, music classes etc?

Do any NYC moms feel physical and mental exhaustion after months of Quarantine with a young child? It’s hard to convey to those with backyards/hiking trails/suburb life how specifically terrifying it … more

What’s the best way to negotiate mat leave with a potential new employer if you want to get pregnant and have a baby before the 1 year mark? Don’t want to throw them off early but need to family plan … more

Thinking about making the move to one of the big consultancies at MD level. Anyone have experience at Deloitte or Accenture digital divisions?

Hi ladies, 6 months pregnant - any tips for constipation like natural pills? I read that prune juice helps but not sure I can chug so much sugar every day.

What are your thoughts on domestic family air travel this summer? Planning to fly to Naples, FL for two weeks in July to stay at a family member’s empty second home. There is a pool that the kids can … more

Will you attempt to stay WFH at least part time once the pandemic passes?

I’m moving to LA with my husband and 6 year old. Does anyone know areas with good public schools? Thanks!

Is it possible to push back on a parental leave policy? I work at a startup and they’re sharing with me the plan today (I’m the first pregnancy).

Made ‘breakfast’ for lunch on Tuesday (pancakes), made pancakes yesterday for dinner and todays dinner eggs and bacon. My daughter thinks hilarious... I’m at rock bottom.
I am done cooking every meal. … more

I’m planning to take a few months (3.5) of maternity leave. Curious - did you find you had any energy / interest in doing anything work related during that time? I was considering taking a remote prof… more

Who still follows a schedule for their kids during lockdown? We started one with the best of intentions, but lately our house is like lord of the flies.

If you got a job offer and were under 12 weeks pregnant, would you say anything? I’m not pregnant (or currently employed haha) but i just did ivf and am considering doing my transfer next month, so th… more

Pregnant for the first time (9wks). Any watch-outs or professional advice yall could share? (i.e.when to tell your partner / boss / hr)? Things you wish you did differently?

Does anyone feel like they’ve had more empathetic leadership from female vs. male bosses during the pandemic while WFH with kids? I work for an all-male team and am feeling super discouraged. Wonderin… more

Any single mamas have co-parenting advice? I’m just starting this journey and hoping for her sake to have this be as smooth a transition as possible.

Starting to feel some separation anxiety/guilt as we are starting up daycare again next week for my 2yo. It was fine for him to go before and while I actually went to work but now my husband and I are… more

So...my 3 year old won’t wear clothes. Like none at all. And is suddenly against leaving the house. Is this normal? Tips or advice? I’m dying here.