Hi ladies,

Having severe morning sickness about 8 weeks pregnant any tips on how to tackle this 😭. First time pregnancy, haven’t been to the OBGYN yet, as I’m out of the country but have an app scheduled for next week. Any advice appreciated, thank you!

I’m also having severe food aversion. Everything smells so so bad especially meat which is crazy bc beef is my favorite. Since pregnant I’ve lost 5 pounds just this week and am worried if I can’t eat anything if it’ll affect the baby :(

Is there a Gym facility in DTTI office in mumbai?

Mealybugs on every pothos. I've tried Neem oil and rubbing alcohol but no luck. About to raise the bar with weekly insecticidal soaps. Has anyone ever been able to get rid of mealybugs?

My only limitation are the need to sustain a life and time

When I get mild anxiety during a conversation I press my thumb agains one of my other fingers and it helps me relax a bit. Does anybody else do this? 😭

At 29 weeks. What are the things to start doing now? Feeling a bit anxious about the closing D date. How can I be better prepared. Have already signed up for birthing classes in Sept and am doing prenatal exercises.

Sibling is 52 days sober from heroin/cocaine, but I just found a syringe and alcohol wipes under their pillow.

They have been passing observed urine tests, how is it possible that they’re using? Any ideas?

What kinds of meds are you on to help with ADHD?

Stress is causing a massive flare-up of racing thoughts recently. I feel like it's been at least a week or two since I last was able to completely clear my mind. And if it's not random stream-of-consciousness mess, it's music. Ever had a song stuck in your head? Because I've had one for four days now. Driving me nuts. Anyone else struggle with this/have a solution?

Looking for motivation to get me to my first Alcohol rehab appointment.

Men, how do you make yourself feel sexy and successful?

I feel like, I've dependend on my partners to validate me in those ways. But that makes me insecure & dependent on them. They loved me but idk if they "wanted/desired" me.

To feel sexy, I'm working on losing weight and then building muscle, but that'll take time and fade away with age anyway.

To feel successful, I mean... I have an OK career and savings, but I just don't identify either as success.

Maybe, I just want to feel desired.

31 year old female here. Recently started ttc. Was on pill before. How many cycles should I try before consulting a obgyn? I want to be proactive in case there is a problem. Also, do I set an appointment with obgyn for a fertility workup? Pretty new to all this and would appreciate all advice.

Does anyone in this group have ADHD? Are you finding that working in a law firm setting and billing hours is just not something they can do or is it possible with the proper medication and therapy?

I don’t cut my hours, I consistently reach 7 hours a day, but it’s not enough to meet my firm’s minimum requirement. I’m usually working 9 hours/day.

I had an interview last week and waiting is raising my anxiety. I am on anxiety medications and it doesn’t seem to help. I don’t know why I am getting anxious as I already know I can not control the

Best ways to avoid building up tolerance to medication? Trying to avoid the need for daily usage/ dosage increases

Has anyone tried to get an antibody test here yet? How hard is it to get one?

What’s the furthest you’d drive for fertility treatments? I had to do clomid iui with my daughter and trying for number 2 but the office isn’t accepting new patients at this time

Should you ever exercise options?

Any stylist still wear a mask while doing ladies’ haircut? I do not intend to start a debate around masks. I respect everyone’s choice, but I do want to go to one that makes the same choice as I do. Pregnant lady here, would rather be over careful. Thanks!

Any success stories with pre-seed? Been TTC for 8 months and nothing but had so many success stories with pre-seed

Wednesday rant: Young producers if you don’t knw find a mentor or ask questions to learn how to do your job. Your mistakes costs money!!!

Do you have a reading goal for 2022? I've read 3 books already this year and want to try to finish 60 before the end of the year.

Thoughts on at-home pregnancy test 7 days post day 5 embryo transfer? Risks? Downsides? We have our blood test Sunday on day 9.

Hey fishes,

Anyone recently joined LTI as senior data engineer P2?

Man, i need to talk you, plz respond

What’s the salary of an DAAC in Frankfurt.

Any book recs on how to improve soft skills (ex. Communication, leadership, etc)? Doesn’t beat real life practice of course but would be a good starting point. Thanks!

Does anyone in here participate in a 529 for their kids? Is it true that you can deduct contributions from your state tax? If so? Is it 1:1? Trying to decide how much to contribute for maximum tax benefits. TIA!

Best Italian for boyfriends birthday? Thinking of Formento’s or Monteverde, any other good options with amazing pastas and as amazing atmosphere?

What’s the process for you all when picking your accountant? Moving to the Seattle area from east coast and could use any tips 😊

What’s been a good HC hire in NFL so far? Smh on the Giants and Panthers hire. 👍 on Redskins

If your firm matches Milbank, please comment here!

Just joined the Deloitte FS tax for 2 months and learned there is Tax Technology group in the firm. Is it realistic to do internal transfer to Tax tech group? Or should I look for opportunities from other firms?

What does your company give annually for clients as gifts for Christmas?

Just realized I hadn’t had an in-person interview since 2019. I’ve done multiple zoom interviews and was onboarded remote in 2020. About to see a real person today! Wish me luck.

Three job interviews with a company, last one creating a marketing plan and presenting to marketing VP. I received good feedback from him. Three days later recruiter wants to give me a call and “give an update”. Schedules it after 2 days. This morning cancels last minute as they are having “internal discussions”. I’m really annoyed and tired. Thoughts?

Started the job hunt this week. I forgot how depressing and demoralizing it is. 😩