Arguments happening today with a decision in late spring! Meanwhile, I’m trying desperately to get my daughter scheduled for surgery during a pandemic because there is no guarantee she’d be grandfathered in if coverage for pre-existing conditions is struck down. Happy Tuesday!

Worst migraine ever. Still got it since Wednesday night

How do you deal with anxiety before a big presentation? I really struggle with this and want to get better.

having vivid violent dreams I can remember which has never happened. Pretty depressed also for reasons. Struggling to get out of bed let alone exercise. Feel inadequate for lacking mental strength

Does anyone have any recommendations for egg retrieval in the Boston area? I’ve heard great things about Boston IVF and CCRM, but would love to get additional opinions. CCRM seems a lot newer, while Boston IVF seems much more well-established.

Is it normal to pay for monthly OB visits while pregnant? I have BCBS and thought they would be covered 100%?

Has anyone gotten the vaccine at United center? Are they asking for any proof of eligibility?

IUI, is it worth it or skip and go straight to IVF?

Any recs for good gyms around South End or Back Bay? I’m a 27F, looking to get back into lifting but also I want options for personal training.

Any good grief counseling in Chicago or remote? My dad has late stage cancer and is dying. Need help to process this.

Has anyone done an online DrPh while working full time? If so- was it manageable? Would love to chat with you about your experience :)

Drowning in work with an increasingly bad cold. I need to nip it in the bud. Anyone ever tried out the neti pot or have any other recommendations? Drinking herbal tea by the gallon.

Started eating healthy and going to the gym two days ago and already lost 5 lbs. was this the secret to being skinny all along?

What is the best meditation app available for Apple devices?

Can folks share their experiences of working during 2nd and 3rd trimesters? How hard was it? What accommodations or adjustments did you make? I’m only in my 1st trimester now but will be starting a new job in October (4 months before my due date) and am nervous about not being able to be at my best

Almost 18 weeks pregnant with no end in sight for fatigue and nausea. This week, my brain has added the stress of who will watch my toddler while I go into labor. Husband I have no family nearby and don’t want them to fly out and come stay with us either. What’s everyone else in similar situations doing?

Any suggestions for self help books on anxiety? Been dealing with anxiety for quite some time now and have been seeing a therapist but also just want to see what other resources are out there.

TWW is over today. Took a home test this morning and got a positive! 🎉 🙏 Went in for bloodwork and waiting on our doc to call with official numbers. After experiencing an early loss last time, it’s hard to get too excited yet. Fuck you, infertility, for stealing the joy of what should be a happy day.

Anyone experience heartburn after retrieval? This is my third and haven’t had acidity before. Doctor warned about pain, nausea etc but no guidance around heart burn which gets real bad when I sleep.

Has anyone had any side effects from Ovidrel? I did my shot on Wednesday night and Thursday and Friday I was SO tired and fatigued and it was impossible to focus. Did my IUI on Friday and I’ve been SO crampy and in pain and I’m soooo cranky and irritable and I can’t figure out if it’s from the injection still or what

Thoughts on Spotify after the dip?

Is it possible to live in Austin without a car? Moving down for a few months from Dallas but don't plan on bringing a car.

TC New grad Software Engineer
Base: $110k
Sign-On: $35k
RSU: $120k/3years
Relocation: $20k

Starting fresh with virtually $0 savings and $0 worth of financial literacy, whats the best course of action? any advice is greatly appreciated!

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Can anyone suggest about fitment round .

What is the best parking garage for downtown parking for the best price? Anywhere near the Frost bank is a huge plus

TWW is over today. Took a home test this morning and got a positive! 🎉 🙏 Went in for bloodwork and waiting on our doc to call with official numbers. After experiencing an early loss last time, it’s hard to get too excited yet. Fuck you, infertility, for stealing the joy of what should be a happy day.

Anyone experience heartburn after retrieval? This is my third and haven’t had acidity before. Doctor warned about pain, nausea etc but no guidance around heart burn which gets real bad when I sleep.

Has anyone had any side effects from Ovidrel? I did my shot on Wednesday night and Thursday and Friday I was SO tired and fatigued and it was impossible to focus. Did my IUI on Friday and I’ve been SO crampy and in pain and I’m soooo cranky and irritable and I can’t figure out if it’s from the injection still or what

05/11 check in:

How’s it going everybody! What’s y’all workout plans for today?
I walked to the office and will be doing 🦵🏻 🍑 tonight!😼

How do y'all approach getting freelance gigs?

anyone else feels stuck at current job, but not able to apply due to upcoming paid maternity leave benefits that you don't want to miss out on? currently still in first trimester !

Anyone with a Bajaj Allianz policy? I had one 10 years ago that is maturing this month and want to figure out how I can ensure it gets transferred to my account. It is so hard to use their website or do anything with it, to get access to a help desk!

Which firm do you dislike working with the most and why?

Any suggestions on Tech Consulting to Product Management path (certifications, courses etc)? 6yoe including tech implementations (BI, ERP) ; consider myself a generalist. Honestly looking for an exit into some intesesting product related work (potentially in big tech) but wondering how to reframe my exp & upskill myself in Prod space.

Chances of another round of rioting and looting this Tuesday night?

How to choose which financial advisor to work with.
I have no financial experience and an advisor reached out from equitable.

What's a good percentage (they're offering 2% as a fee)

Does nagarro deducted tax from first month's salary, as company is saying that we can only show our investment once first salary is credited.

“The best minds of my generation are thinking about how to make people click ads” ~ Facebook data founder.

Is it wrong that we idolize FAANG? Should the govt intervene in business and privacy?

Chris Wallace needs a taser

List of new sources that we should avoid posting. I’ll start:
-NYPost
-DailyMail
-Project Veritas 🙄

It still surprises me to this day how a flawed form of reasoning like identity politics is in the mainstream of political discourse in this country.

I honestly struggle with the politics of Afghanistan. It does appear that after 20 years we leave and within months it goes back to very similar or on its way. It’s not the US job to be the world police we did try to build coalitions and fail at the end of the day unless we’re willing to keep troops there forever which most Americans don’t want to I am not sure what the right thing to do is. And I’m sick of criticism just for the sake of the president. I don’t think there’s a perfect solution

All hail our new supreme leader! Viva la Trump!

If Fauci and Birx say it’s safe to vote in person, why is mail in voting so important to be rushed? Not talking absentee ballots that has a chain of custody. Georgia said over 1,000 people voted 2x in their primaries.

Sean Hannity is Cohen’s previously undisclosed third client. Thoughts?

If you miss the ‘Golden Age’ of television, I highly recommend tuning into Sean, Laura, and Tucker on FOX. An argument can be made that they are the Sopranos, The Wire, and Breaking Bad of their format. Unlike those works of fiction however, these shows and their respective hosts provide insight into our real world in a way no screenwriter ever could.

Anyone living abroad have some information to share?

Is America great yet or will be before 2020? Wondering if MAGA will change to KAG? And that implies, all things under current administration made this country greater. If not, then CMAGA? (Continue)