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How do you get out of that “survival mode” feeling. Both husband and I work in high stress positions (doctor and lawyer). We have a 6 month old and a 2.5 year old. Every day is just a miserable race t… more

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Do you think having kids delayed the progress of your career? #whm

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Curious how often do families with kids (homeowners) change homes as kids grow up or family expands?

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Potty training help - our 27mo tells us often she wants to pee/poop on the toilet and is excited to sit on it but never actually goes… she says all done! then gets off to flush. We’ve tried commando a… more

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Those who didn't sleep train your kids (i.e., never let baby cry for more than 5-10 min.), how well do your kids sleep now?

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Beach essentials for toddler and baby?

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Has anyone gone from co-sleeping to baby in crib without formal sleep training (any variation of cry-it-out)? If so, any details you’re willing to share would be helpful! Baby is 7 months and we’re st… more

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How do you go about the dynamics of gifting. Before my sister in law gave birth i was literally begging her for a gift list and it never came. When baby was born i just bought nappies and wipes becaus… more

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What are some of your hobbies? How can I develop ? I am a new mom pp 2 months. Something that doesn’t take too much time and can help me get out of the house preferably! TIA

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Would you move to a position that seems to be a downgrade because you wanted a light responsibility at the moment and a fresh start too? After my maternity, I wasn’t performing as before. My manager r… more

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Any atheists send kids to faith based schools? Did it change your family’s relationship with religion at all?

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What unique challenges do mothers face in the workplace that women who don’t have children can’t seem to understand? For me, I feel like I get looked down on when I have to leave work unexpectedly bec… more

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I have kids under 2 and i work with global teams so i should and am expected to start early or i just wont have overlapping hours with half the people i need to work with. So i dont get mornings with … more

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Any moms out there that had early ultrasounds where your baby was measuring smaller/earlier than expected and then went on to have healthy babies?

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I’m in consulting and supposed to be promoted every 2 years. I had a baby last year and was out for 3.5 months. I was just told there’s no promotion for me in this upcoming cycle where I’m supposed to… more

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How did you make your baby interested in holding the bottle or did it happen naturally? My baby is almost 11 months and still doesn't try to. The pediatrician said to start giving him a cup. Some … more

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My 3.5 years old always always giving me hard time during bath! Just makes me so angry. Either she doesn’t want to get into the water or doesn’t want to come out. And then doesn’t want to put lotion o… more

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I’m so pissed😡 My husband and I usually put the kiddo to bed together at 8pm, and then he’d continue working. Today my in laws are here to have dinner. My FIL told me my husband shouldn’t be putting … more

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Turning 40 tomorrow 😬 A couple years back I was reaaaaally upset about the new decade. Although I’ve since accepted it (the alternative is way worse, obv!), and I’m in a good place in life, I still … more

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Manage family finances after layoff?

We have been in this “egalitarian” family set up that we each contributes to 50/50 of the family expenses, even spouse makes 40% more.

Unfortunately my role is impacted by the… more

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Anyone currently with Great American Insurance? What does the hybrid schedule look like? How is the pay for Sr. Claims Representative?

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UK based. How have you used KIT days? Do you go to the office for the whole day or 2-3hours only when using KIT days? FTM trying to manage my own expectations that it’s ok to just pop in and out (meet… more

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I have been seeing a lot of talk about the pay gap between men and women, probably because it is Equal Pay Day lol, but it got me thinking. We all know there is a noticeable pay gap between men and wo… more

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I am 32 weeks and 2 days pregnant and just had my ultrasound today. They told me my baby weighs 3 pounds and 12 oz (a week less than she should be weighing). I am very nervous why the baby growth isn’… more

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How do you and your partner grow together not apart through life changes like parenthood?

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I’ve had 3 colds / viruses in the last 2-3 months since I’ve been more active with my 7 month old son in mommy and me classes and other social activities. I used to rarely get sick maybe once or twice… more

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Hello, community. I am a full-time international student,graduating this year. I am a Mom as well,struggling with job searching in accounting, tax, technology area. I had an auditing background at De… more

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Has anyone taken a leave of absence following a miscarriage? I feel like a shell of the person I used to be and need time to recover.

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Hi moms. Does anyone literally hate physical touch during foreplay? At the end of the day I’m touched out with my 2 year old i just hate being touched. I would rather just get on with it. Also he does… more

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