I accepted an offer for a Fellowship at McKinsey...
I am pregnant, and my due date and job start date is less than 2 weeks away from one another.

Did I mess up? What is McKinsey's opinion on pregnancy? I understand a fellowship (two years - paid) is still considered temporary work. Do I have any options?

Thank you. I don't want to lose out on an opportunity like this, I have childcare figured out.

Ladies, I’m 1+ month postpartum with my second baby. Gained 17lbs and really seem to be enjoying candy, ice cream, etc... am I alone in this? How do I get back on the wagon?

Maternity leave as a new employee?

I've been interviewing with a new company I'd like to jump off the public ship to, but they're pretty small and benefits info are nowhere to be found. When is a good time to ask about my options? I have what I'm anticipating my final interview to be today.

Currently pregnant! Where I am now has 12 weeks of paid leave but I'm pretty sure I'll burn out and crash if I wait til then.

Gift ideas for father in laws 85th bday?
I’m thinking a family activity and/or experience is what’s most appreciated vs things at this age (or any age). But what? We are doing a dinner at a restaurant. But what else would be special?
Any ideas?
NYC & NJ based.

Does anyone know if you can adopt a child/children in the US if you are in your early 40s? Is there an age limit being able to adopt?

Looking for a postpartum belly bandit recommendations. Baby due in a few weeks and not sure which one to get as there’s a million of them out there. What worked for you? TIA

Has anyone gotten hired pregnant? Curious of your stories.

Wife is 35 weeks pregnant and recently tested positive for Covid. Symptoms are mild to moderate. Doctor’s say no impact to baby if symptoms continue to remain under control. We are vaxed and boosted so not as worried about our recovery. More worried about the baby at this point. Anyone with similar experiences to share? TIA

I'm pregnant with my first baby and unsure when to tell people at work. Part of me thinks ill be overlooked for any good case work as soon as they know.

Also, if I take a year out will I find it impossible to come back?

Just promo’d to Mgr, have a 1-year old, wife is pregnant with #2. Making $150k. Have a strong desire to be home, but I’m on a great trajectory and know sacrifices need to be made to succeed. (Cont.)

If you’re vaccinated, why do you care if you come in contact with those who aren’t? (Coming from a person who is vaccinated who doesn’t care about others personal health choices)

Just found out I'm pregnant with baby 2 and unsure when to tell my supervisor. I'm currently 7 weeks 5 days along.

With Baby 1 I was also moving out of the area so told my supervisor I'm moving & I'm pregnant all at once when I was about 7 weeks. But I'm not going back into the office, or moving.

When should I tell my supervisor I'm expecting?

Is household income different if there are two tax filers in the household? In regards to calculating for health insurance premiums. If the parent filed as married and the son files as single, will th

Being an African American female is a constant balancing act. Don’t get me wrong, I value, appreciate and love my black culture and heritage but it’s overwhelming at times. As a working wife and mother (to a young black boy) I find myself often worrying and on edge. I’m certainly not seeking pity.... just venting to other sistas who can relate. How are others maintaining?

Anyone have any advice for potential pregnancy while switching jobs? Put in my notice on Monday and found out wife may be pregnant on Wednesday. How do you handle this? Do you tell the new employer before joining?

You consulting moms are amazing!! Just became a mom, baby 3 months old and returned to work a few weeks ago.

I am 31 weeks pregnant and feel like my only purpose is waiting for / getting ready for the baby. Generally exhausted / low energy and not doing much due to cold weather and covid rates. Any advice for how to enjoy the rest of my pregnancy or get a greater sense of purpose other than waiting for the baby? Thank you!!

All entitlement programs should end in favor of universal basic income, $2000/month to all Americans! Its time we threw baby boomer economy out of the window and took care of millennials

Anyone else have parents who complain saying you are not doing enough for their child when in fact you are, and the parents aren’t doing their part?

Do I have my kid go to universal pre-K where he is in class ONE time a week and then Zoom (he is hyper active and Zoom learning is difficult for everyone) or cough up $28,000 for private school where he goes 5 days a week? Anyone else in NYC conflicted on where to send their kids?

When a recruiter reaches out to you, is it rude to talk about compensation before going into an in person interview ? Don’t want to waste my time

To sue or not to sue...
Woke up to find bites all over my chest at Westin Seattle. Hotel emails a day later saying they confirmed Bed Bugs in the room. Offered me 50k points. I have a three year old.

Has anyone used interview coaching services on TopInterview, the Muse, LinkedIn? Any luck or recommendations? Planning for an exit within next year and would like to potentially explore these. Thanks!

When "dog moms" and "cat moms" wish each other Happy Mothers Day. HARD eye roll 🙄

Thoughts on 1 year MBA programs?

Anyone on a traveling project and completed Whole30? How’d you do it? What did you eat?

Base salary is 125k. I got a peak at my project budget and my 1 year cost to the client is 550k. I'm performing very well, should I expect top range of raise + bonus? Seems like the margin can support

Today I created test data for my HRIS implementation project. I gave all the sample users black names and looked at the devops guys straight in the face and silently dared them to say something.

Anybody going to Afrotech this year? I was just reading about it and was like hmmm? Doubt I can get the firm to pay for the conference though.

So I’m in a pickle. I’m 26, been in car sales for 6 years, and have no college under my belt. I want to get out of the car business but do not know what to transition to especially with my lack of experience and making 100k a year. I can’t seem to find a solid exit strategy. Thoughts?

Has anyone had to take the client corporate jet in on a weekly basis? What's that like?

Called Marriott to join the platinum challenge. Told that I had renewed platinum until January 2020 so I’m all good. Doesn’t sound right so I call again to speak with a different agent, told I’m(cont)

I bought a smartphone from DUSI in 2021 (worth 40k and got back 25k from DUSI).
We are eligible for upgrade again after 2 years correct?
Say I want to buy a smartphone in 2023 (reimburse 25k again). Do I have to return the smartphone purchased in 2021?

So I just got an interview with another firm and it was radio silence for over a month since the application. They sent the interview schedule on Monday at 430pm without asking me for times that worked or asking me if the time is okay. One of them works but the other will conflict with another meeting. Is it out of line to email back saying the times don’t work and I’ll need to reschedule?

Canelo vs GGG Who ya got?

Has anybody switched from FDIC bank examiner to big 4 audit or vice versa? How does it compare besides better hours?

Desi managers & Sr. Managers: Whenever you interview another desi, does your expectation automatically go up or do you really not want to add another desi in your team? Why is it so difficult to move on to the next round whenever I get interviewed by a desi? Genuinely curious about what goes on in your mind!