I did some ivf shopping and now I don’t know which one to choose. One is a university affiliated ivf center and the other one is a local /not a chain fertility center. I am open to suggestions and so overwhelmed.

My biggest ADHD symptom is - Getting easily frustrated with the smallest things. Lashing out or being constantly irritated with everything. Happens especially at the end of the day when the Vyvanse medication is wearing off. Also, happens on non-medicated days.

Anyone else struggle with this? I have been trying to meditate and being aware of my surroundings.

workout studios in NYC that aren’t crazy expensive? Specifically West and East Village/Greenwich Village? I love spin, and strength classes. I’m moving from Dallas where the average spin membership is $180 and looking at NYC the prices are $500 for an unlimited monthly subscription 🥲

Feeling uneasy about the disease state I’m working on. I just started this job but working on this is giving me major chills and sadness and just mentally laying really heavy on me.. how to I adjust

Got an email at 3pm from building mgmt saying contractors will be entering all 60+ units on my floor for preventative maintenance (changing hvac filter, cleaning laundry vent, that type of stuff) the next day. Anyone else deal with this before and was able to opt out? I’m not comfortable with someone going into my apt after he’s been in who knows how many people’s apts that day in this time of COVID. If one apt happens to have COVID isn’t this essentially exposing everyone he visits after?

Today’s Daily Reflection really hits home:
May 23
SPIRITUAL HEALTH
When the spiritual malady is overcome, we straighten out mentally and physically.
— ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 64

It is very difficult for me to come to terms with my spiritual illness because of my great pride, disguised by my material successes and my intellectual power. Intelligence is not incompatible with humility, provided I place humility first. To seek prestige and wealth is the ultimate goal for many in the modern world.

What are your favorite apps that encourage healthy lifestyle in your patients that might need changes in that area?

Does anyone have experience where, when one thing goes “wrong”, and not even that it was wrong a mistake, but a complication, you feel overwhelming dread, stress and you shut down and can’t function? When you’re in litigation, this happens so frequently but I can’t control my reaction to anything! Help!

How do you relieve tension in your traps when you start to get stressed? I feel like I will start to tense up out of nowhere and I don’t know how to stop it

I have mild PCOS. My period is regular (28 to 32 days). We have recently started trying and are using the clear blue ovulation sticks to try to pindown ovulation days. Any success stories?

Have Nvax ran it's course. Up 50% and thinking to book profits and move on. I believe all vaccine stocks are now fully priced in without much upword potential. Any thoughts.

I feel like I'm in a vicious cycle. I'm exhausted all. the. time. No matter how much sleep I get, no matter how clean I eat.

I'm heavy and want to exercise but I'm fighting fatigue to even do work. Weight is coming off with clean eating so there's that. And so slowly.

I'm looking for and am going to go to an endocrinologist - I'm female and hitting 50 and a bit scared how badly the fatigue is.

Anyone where I'm at that have solid things that have helped?

Hello Sharks,

Any suggestions on best term and health insurance. And what points we should keep in mind before considering the option?

So had my IUI last Friday, I go for bloodwork this coming Friday. But I’m so tempted to test, I just don’t want to be disappointed… any tips?? I waited this long what’s another few days 😬😩

Hello! Anyone here a health or nutrition coach? If so what program did you use to get started?! I am torn began NASM or precision nutrition.

9/27 check-in: What are everyone’s plans for today?

For me- treadmill, shoulders, chest.

How have you coped with depression and teaching? Have you talked with supervisors? Kept it to yourself? Has it affected your ability to do your job?

06/08 - back workout ✔️

Sober for 159 days. Never felt better in my life.

11/25 check-in: Happy Friday! What are your workout plans for today?

Have rosacea and hitting 40 in couple months. I have deep smile lines that I would like to do something and generally some maintenance treatments but unsure with rosacea in the mix. Does anyone have experience with rosacea and cosmetic treatments that you would recommend/stay away from?

Great feedback, Chuck.

Anyone from McKinsey able to advise where finance change / transformation fits?

I have offers from Amex and GS with similar Fixed component but the joining date of GS is two months after my last day in the current organization whereas Amex joining date is immediate. Should I wait for GS date or go ahead with Amex?

Hi guys,


Recently my company has added a new component in salary which has increased overall CTC of every employee.


We've not received any revised salary breakup only an official email stating everyone's CTC is increased. Started receiving salary based on the updated CTC.


When trying to make a switch, new firm is asking for revised salary breakup but I've shared the email screenshot along with my salary slips showing my increased salary. But HR said she needs updated salary breakup.

I have done with the technical round for Business analyst credit risk today and got selected and tommorow is my managerial round with socgen. What questions i can expect frm them technical or normal discussion round? Please answer

Oi fishes.. Anyone from KPMG-India Transformation P&C.. How is the culture over there.. My friend has offers from KI as well as PwC.. Same profile and almost same CTC. So, she is looking more at the team's culture and environment. I am in KGS - so i dont have any clue. Any information on work culture & team dynamics at Transformation P&C is appreciated..

Drove my uncles Mercedes AMG C63s today for an hour or two and fell in love. Felt like a kid in a candy store and couldn’t get the smile off my face every time the exhaust crackled and popped. I don’t know what it is, but nothing brings me the same joy as driving a fast, fun car.

What cars have you driven gave you a similar experience?

Can you please share you experience with yearly reviews. I am currently working at a large ID firm. Are the yearly reviews easy. Thank you.

Anyone who has accepted a counteroffer from their current firm care to share their experiences?

Morning! Being laid off sux, I been down this road 5x in my career it never bets easier.

Dust off contacts and make your rounds
* if you’re in a good position to take time off do some, seems we all need a mental break anyway

Helping current employers prep job spec for my replacement. Salary was a factor for me leaving but minor relative to other things.

During editing reviews a top leader added a line stating base pay and bonus. The base pay is significantly higher than what I’m on (I’m below market average). Been with them for nearly 8 years and been referred to as a top player (I carried out multiple roles to get biz through covid).

Is this normal? Should I bring this up?

How to negotiate salary when you’ve given them a range? I recently panicked and told the recruiter my expected range. If I get to the offer stage, I assume they will offer me the lower end of my range and of course I don’t want to sound ungrateful or greedy, but is there a way to negotiate to a little higher?

Btw I would be fine with the lower end of my range if offered, I’m just curious because I gave a range and not a hard number, is there a way to negotiate?

M1 with 8 years exp. in HC. 5 years with the firm with all high performance years. Current base is $120k in a tier 1 city. Will I ever get bumped up in the pay band or do I need to jump ship?

I just received an L4 analyst offer (non-tech) for LA/Playa Vista. I have 5 YoE. How does this look to everyone?

Base: $133k
Bonus: 15%
Equity: $133k
Sign on: $15k

How is everyone staying motivated at work while going through fertility treatments? On days when I have appts or get my period, all I want to do is google and read forums about it. My utilization is tanking (not because I’m blowing off work, but because I need to find and take on new work) but can’t get the energy to). I’ve told my manager about what I’m going through and she is supportive, but feeling guilty when I hear about how busy everyone around me is and I just can’t find the motivation.

Giving away 4 vials of menopur (EXP 06/2023) and 4 crinone progesterone gel 8% (EXP 05/2024). Unused. Please you need it, please DM me. You only need to pick them up or pay for shipping! Based in Boston.

My RE is saying my ovulation is concerning. They are not able to see the follicles grow before ovulation and ovaries were small post ovulation too. All my labs are normal and periods super regular. What could be wrong? RE says he can’t say anything until we do ultrasounds next cycle.

I understand that PwC reimburse the elective egg freezing procedure by sending you the money through our paychecks (and will be taxed as income). I wonder if we can use the amount for itemized medical deductible when we file our tax return?

How do you keep yourself sane during the two weeks wait? Going crazy over here.

I feel like the fertility process is pulling my hubs and I apart. We’re both not great at communication, but I feel like this stressful process just is not bringing us together at all. I can’t vocalize what I need (because I don’t actually know what I need) and hubs is stressed and I feel like he’s drinking more and just not talking about his feelings. Anyone else navigating this? I don’t even know how to broach this topic. I am all about therapy, has anyone benefitted from couples therapy?

I’ve hesitated posting because I don’t now what I’m asking of you all. But here goes. I froze my eggs a few years back and got 5. I’m now married and yesterday I froze another 2. Low numbers I know. I’m in my 40s. This week we make embryos- with 7. And I guess I’m just anxious. What if nothing. What if abnormal. What if something but they don’t transfer. Do I risk n carry myself (terrified of pregnancy btw). My mind is racing. Anyone been through this with such low numbers- anyone in your 40s?🙏🏽

EY ladies, did insurance require you to transfer all frozen embryos before doing a second egg retrieval? Would like to freeze as many as possible now but WinFertility nurse said it would be difficult to get another retrieval approved before using all embryos first

Traveled for the first time this week since COVID and got the dreaded “do you have kids?” question at team dinner. Him-“do you have kids?” Me- “No, I don’t.” Him-“Oh good! That’s the right choice!!” Me (awkwardly)- “I still have time… I’m not even 30 yet!” (Team member who knows about our 3 month and 6 month miscarriages looking on with THE saddest face) Ughhhh. He had absolutely no idea and meant well since everyone was talking about their kids but gosh…I wish this didn’t have to be a thing😩

Got referred to fertility specialist after 6 months of trying (38 y/o) for our second child. We have Kaiser (CA) and was wondering if anyone had suggestions on what to ask on the first telephone visit or tips in general. Thanks.

How do you deal with the stress of having appointment after appointment during working hours, while being unable to be clear about why/where you’re going?
My wife works in the corporate world and is - unfortunately, rightfully - afraid that the knowledge of our IVF process would destroy chances of her possible imminent promotion. Going for appointments in the middle of the day (early am when possible) forces her to lie - which is a horrible situation to be in. What have others done?

My sister in India is struggling with IVF. What would the process be to donate an egg to her over there or get them her in the USA to do it ? Thanks a lot . Also if you know of great fertility clinics in India please recommend !

For those in LA area, any RE recommendations? Also, any indication from your clinics will start new cycles (or any clinics in LA already reopened)?

PwC Fish - I’m considering where to have a baby, either the US or Austria (I currently live in Vienna, but thinking to move home to the US). What’s maternity leave in the US? How much does it actually cost to have a baby with our insurance? In Austria, I can take up to a year off, but only receive €2,000 a month from the government 😳… I don’t think there is any paid leave through the firm. Pregnancy through birth costs are pretty covered by insurance though. Would love your thoughts!