Working Moms

I interviewed at a company and even though I was overqualified for the position,I still applied. I was laid off from my previous job. The interview went great. I was certain would get the position. Ho… more

My husband not been working since the last week in April. This is the same week we had bought a new property using all our savings. Since then it's been just my income holding us together. He got … more

How hard is it to get back into the job market with a two year maternity gap? Targeting internal strategy / operations roles.

Should I quit after 2 months back in consulting? I worked at big4 for 2.5 years, worked in internal consulting in industry for 1.5 years, took a 1.5 year career break after having my son and now I’m b… more

What travel stroller is everyone using? Baby is currently 4months old and we have the vista v3 for our everyday stroller, but we need something smaller for an upcoming trip

What frustrates you about your toddlers’ extracurriculars? What do you wish was available?

Exploring a business idea to create a program that exposes toddlers (prob 2-6) to multiple hobbies/sports instead of havin… more

Any experience, tips, and tricks with 15 month separation anxiety at night? My once good sleeper now wakes up multiple times.

Has anyone dealt with a toddler that prefers your partner over you? I’m the mom and my daughter only wants my husband. Will cry for him, will hug him and won’t come to me. It breaks my heart.

Anyone who went on a flexible work arrangement that works in consulting? How did it go? Was it worth asking for the flexible work arrangement?

Six months ago I got fired shortly after I disclosed pregnancy. Moms who’ve been through litigation, how did you hold your nerve? Employer does not want a settlement/ NDA. I can’t shake the awful stre… more

Has anyone taken the parental leave at Deloitte and then quit before you completed the 30 day/6 week requirement after your return to work? Did they make you pay back your earnings during leave?

My husband says it's considered rude at his company to request read receipts when someone reads an email in Outlook, because it kind of assumes the person might not be paying attention to their in… more

My nanny of two months just gave notice because she’s moving further away to live with family. I know she didn’t plan for it but I can’t help but feel sad that my LO has to get to know someone new aga… more

Debating whether to do a Cake smash photo shoot for a 1st birthday. Anyone have thoughts? Deciding if it’s worth it

My daughter is going through a phase where she cries anytime someone who is not me or her dad holds her. She’s 4months and I find myself holding her for the entire time the nanny is on duty. My husban… more

Do you WFH and look after your baby at home?
I’m about to have my first baby and I’m anxious about returning after mat leave. Do you have a nanny, or use daycare? I would love to keep baby at home but … more

Recently back at work and already dealing with baby getting sick and needing to take sick days. How do you moms deal with feeling like your letting down work obligations to care for sick infant?

33F, 9.5 months postpartum.

I feel like I’ve lost my communication skills since becoming a mom. I wasn’t a great speaker before pregnancy, but now I fumble even in my native language, let alone English (my second/… more

I am looking for success stories.

My 2 1/2 year old was just diagnosed with free nut allergies after having a reaction. I am feeling extremely guilty for not making more of an effort to give her more … more

How did you decide to medicate (or not) your ADHD diagnosed child? My son just finished second grade with As and Bs thanks to a great teacher and a lot of daily accommodations (reminders, extra moveme… more

My son lovesss the garbage man, who's the sweetest guy ever. He passes out candy to kids, and even brought toys/ candy for Christmas. When we stopped seeing him on trash day for a few weeks we got… more

Has anyone applied pre-partum leave through NJ TDI? My OB said she can sign the forms for me to stop working after 36 weeks. I asked her if I need to have any medical conditions that I can’t work and … more

How long did you give your nanny to get acclimated? I feel like mine started off strong doing all the things I wanted her to do (tummy time, reading, etc), but now she just tries to put the baby aslee… more

Planning to take time off working and would love to hear from those of you who have taken a career break while your children were young. What was your experience returning to work after? Did any of yo… more

Ladies…any recommendations for one-piece swimsuits with full bottom coverage…about to go on a long family beach trip. 😬🫤

Wondering if it’s time to put in my two weeks and embark on this SAHM journey. It’s been a long time coming and my husband is aligned. With summer around the corner I really want to be present with my… more

When did you first travel with your LO? Baby is 3months old and hubby and I are thinking of taking a summer vacay somewhere, however he wants to drive to a nearby beach town that’s 3hrs away and I’d p… more

I know this is such a personal decision but trying to get some perspective.... im 37 and have 2 kids, 3.5 and 1.5. i want another but i also dont want to wait too long given my age. others who are in … more

Hello ladies - need som guidance. At what age did your girls start getting hair removal treatment ? If at all. My 13 year old wants to get hair on her legs removed she feels very conscious as she has… more

Just had my first baby and I’m somewhere between being deeply in love with her and so grateful for the experience of motherhood, and wondering if I’ll ever feel like myself again. I have a wedding com… more

Mom in consulting/implementations. Any ideas on exit oops that are more mom friendly?

On maternity leave now and I like being with my children. Has anyone given up their big salary to be a stay at home mom and come back to a high salary or do you have to work your way back up? Also was… more

My company is starting to require once a week return to office. I am recently pregnant. Has anyone been able to receive fully remote work from home accommodations due to being pregnant?? I’m concerned… more

AITA for being annoyed that AGAIN this year, we’re spending half of Mother’s Day at my mother in law’s house? It means I’m going to spend hours not in my space, paranoid about the mess my 1 and 4yr old are making… more

I hate Mother’s Day. I remember one year when my kids were young - my husband decided to have them call his mom first thing in the morning, to wish her a happy Mother’s Day. All while I was in the roo… more

What’s a reasonable timing for relocation to tell the company when you have a family with a partner who works and two young kids?

6 months pregnant and working as a Manager in tech consulting. Are there any tips on how I can maximize FMLA benefits while applying? I am in state of California. Any recent moms who can help and supp… more

Do part time corporate jobs actually exist/ has anyone done it? For background, I’ve done external audit for public companies & am now currently at a firm in internal audit and get contracted out.… more

I have unfortunately been put on a PIP. I’m 16 weeks pregnant and struggled a lot the past months with sickness and very low morale. I found myself making mistakes and missing details. Plan is to resi… more