Did anyone get a 4th COVID vaccine during pregnancy? I already have 3 from pre-pregnancy but I feel hesitant about the next booster since I’m pregnant. I’m due in Nov which is ultimate germ season so I can see why it would be good but equally I don’t feel as comfortable having it pregnant. I also caught COVID in June for the first time so 🤷🏽‍♀️

Happy Mother’s Day all!! You ladies rock!!

My spouse was just diagnosed with COVID-19. Only symptom has been nausea and vomiting x 1 day. Terrified not knowing if or when Ill get it living in the same house. Wondering if I should move into hotel for a few days? Anybody else with a similar experience or advice, with positive family member?

Husband and I have been on a long journey TTC, and haven’t been on a vacation since September, just before we found out about our second trimester loss. Now, he doesn’t want to plan any trips so we can save $ for IVF - planned retrieval in late March. Would you recommend we do *something* to get out of town, or will I want to hunker down as I go through retrieval(s) and transfer? It’s been a long, sad slog.

I caught Covid and now I have been having sharp shooting pains in my spine for three days. How long does this last? I am bedridden and there is no way I am working tmr.

How do you deal with parental guilt when you have to miss things? When my child was a baby it wasn't as big of a deal as long as I was around for the big stuff and was pulling my weight parent wise. Now that they're 4+ everything is big stuff, and every time I can't be there it really affects them. I know being successful in my career will set them up for the future, but it feels like I'm letting them down right now.

Hey Grey 🐠- What's your parental leave policy?

I feel alone and lonely. When will my life get better and happier? it’s work, sleep, walk... rinse and repeat. this covid situation is not helping.

I’ve had COVID the last 5 days. I’m finally better and all I want is a chicken biscuit.

Screw you Chick-fil-a and your perfectly delicious chicken biscuits. Why aren’t you open today? God isn’t THAT important.

Moms, what is your opinion on goat milk formula? I am hearing conflicting things. My baby’s pediatrician did not recommend it, because these formulas are new and not enough studies have been done on them (as opposed to Similac and Enfamil which have been around forever). But I’m also hearing from some people that it’s closer to breast milk and easier to digest for babies. Have any of you done any research on this and have a perspective to share? Many thanks!

I recently started a new job as HR Generalist at a small government contracting company. I only make about $66k/ year when previous i started closer to $45k but as a single parent of a kid in daycare, im struggling. I want advice on the best way to build my career as fast as possible to reach by goal of making $100k within the next 3 years in HR. What should I do to further myself professionally as fast as I can? SHRM classes? certs? PHR? all resources welcome!

I feel very lost. I just started as an associate at a big firm this year and have a one year old son. Learning how to be a mom and an associate has been extremely tough and I have felt burnt out on multiple occasions this year. Prior to having a child, I was a very determined individual and was used to saying yes to almost everything because I wanted to accomplish those things. Nowadays I feel like I don’t care about my job as much and being away from him gets more and more difficult.

So covid creative is going to be a longtime reality—and ideas how to handle? Seriously struggling with how to refresh concepts given the lengthy news cycle...and people are hungry for more. Right?

Travel day yesterday…

Left my suit at home, had to go back to get it. No Clear line so I had to show them my Drivers License in precheck, which I then forgot to put back in my wallet and left at security. And this morning realized I didn’t pack a dress shirt…


How the **** did I do this every day for years pre-covid? 😩

Ladies, I have a question. After I use the maternity leave, how long do I need to work for the company? Can I quit immediately?

Need to take an insurance plan for 60+ parents who are going to be visiting for our kids delivery. Suggestions on insurances which have good coverage and little/no hassle?

Can brands and agencies stop making a campaign around the COVID-19? It's starting to make me sick. 🤧

Has anyone here been hired at an agency during COVID? Is the expectation that you'll eventually go into the office or that remote work may be permanent?

I want to invite my father to visit me in US for a few weeks that I would pay for. Do I need to fill and provide a I-134 Affidavit of Support form too for his interview?

Any good baby moon recommendations and the best time to go? Currently 12w based in Washington DC area and starting to plan. On the fence about flying right now with Covid numbers, but considering places where masks are still mandatory for air travel (I.e Germany, Portugal)

Favorite Excel function?

My little sister is accusing me (F) of raping/molesting her when we were younger..she’s been spreading lies about me and once got me arrested and told the police I was taking medication for depression when really I was taking vitamins/supplements.

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I am looking for a career change in designing. Need guidance in designing.

Hi Fishes,
Need 11 likes asap. Please help

How do you deal with explaining why you want to leave your current job when personality conflict is one of the main reasons? Partner is just not a good person and does not seem to be able/want to refrain from verbally abusing people. I know conventionally people advise against mentioning it, but seems difficult and almost disingenuous to cite lack of opportunity or other reasons entirely. Any advice?

Hi,
What is the package mindtree offers to a servicenow developer having 3.10 yoe.

I’ve been a Pharmacy Tech for a few years and I wanted to see what other careers would be possible using a similar skill set.

Just a question from the community- Future of Oracle EBS.
Also any suggestions to get knowledge of cloud/fusion would be praiseworthy.

Background- 2 yoe joining a big4 soon from a service based company.

I have joined KGS a couple of weeks back. I am not getting an option to save my salary structure on the HGS portal. Whom to contact for this or does it open after first month?

Am a scrum master got an offer from Wellsfargo and have been waiting for the company to send me a laptop so I can start working but it’s almost 4 weeks now I haven’t receive the laptop reason was they have a backlog problem but assured me I will definitely get the laptop soon. What do you think I should do

Do you think it's worth staying in consulting for 5 years to switch over to Product Management?

I am someone who struggles with anxiety. Is public accounting worth it? Or will it just make things worse for me?

What’s a great first day of school activity for middle school math? I have 6th grade this year and want a fun math activity to welcome them. I don’t want it to be only procedures.

Career coach recommendations for DC? Looking for help fine tuning my resume and assessing my job search strategy.

What does your working hours look like in Management Consulting - Financial Services? How do you manage work life balance if you have a small kid?

Starting first round of IVF tomorrow. Feeling anxious (cont)

I’m being induced tonight. Any tips or things I should expect or mentally prepare for? Please keep your fingers crossed for me!

Is it okay to eat albacore tuna sandwich? I read that it's safe and some say to avoid. 🤔

What prenatal vitamins did you all use?

Any single moms by choice here?

I am 18 weeks and see watery thing coming out after peeing. It has weird smell. Google tells me that it can be amniotic fluid too... now I am freaked out... anyone gone through this ?

FYI - the Snoo is 40% off right now. Great time to buy one if you’ve been eyeing it.

Having twins! 10 weeks pregnant. Meeting with genetic counselor tomorrow to discuss testing options. I’m honestly leaning towards CVS… I want to know as much info as possible at highest accuracy. Did anyone else opt for that kind of invasive testing? Why/why not? The fact that I’m having twins is what’s making me want to jump to that level of invasiveness…

I need a portable breast pump. Anyone have any recommendations for Elvie vs. willow? Trying to utilize my husband’s insurance to get my 2nd pump. Currently already have the Spectra S2 and I love it, but I’d like something I can use to pump without being tethered to the wall.

At what point should I take a pregnancy test? I am getting crazy anxiety to the point it is causing major distractions to my daily life and it’s frustrating as heck

Getting induced in less than 5 hours! Excited and nervous as this is my first pregnancy. Any last minute recommendations or suggestions for my husband and I?

26.5 weeks pregnant and feeling this lower abdominal pain (under my belly button). It comes and goes. It’s coming in waves and goes away but I can feel it’s there waiting to flash another wave, if that makes sense. I read online that women go through Braxton Hicks contractions. Is that how they feel like? Baby moving as usual so I know (guess) is fine.

Can folks recommend books for first time moms? I’m very early first trimester but feel totally lost and overwhelmed already. I need like very basic 101 how to take care of an infant and beyond lol. Especially ones that include items that are must haves or nice to haves so I can actually start thinking about a registry.

Mockingbird vs UPPAbaby. Pros and cons of each. FTM. I’m looking for a stroller that I can add on to as our family grows. TIA!

My lower belly is so bloated starting at around 12w, similar to the feeling of days before period. It’s not painful, but certainly uncomfortable. Anyone had similar experience? When does it go away? Thanks.

What are your reasons for wanting a un-medicated birth? currently strongly leaning toward getting an epidural because there’s no reward for suffering. lol but I could be convinced…

remedies for morning sickness.... help!!!!!

30 weeks. Appetite is alright during breakfast and lunch, but it really drops starting at around 4pm. No appetite for dinner at all. Only wanna eat fruits. Anyone in the similar situation?