I’m 15 weeks this week and we just told some friends of ours the exciting news… except one of them texted me after the fact to say “I did notice that you were getting ‘bigger,’ but I just chalked it up to the stress of your new manager role. Glad to hear it’s bc you’re pregnant!”
Um, maybe I’m being sensitive, but that seems a little rude? At this point, my weight gain does look just like bloating and not a bump, but who says that out loud?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Jerks say that out loud. How rude! Congrats tho 🥰

like

I definitely looked like I was just getting fat when I was 15 weeks, it was mostly due to eating nothing but carbs in my first trimester. I wouldn’t worry about it soon your bump will show and everyone will be able to tell you’re clearly pregnant.

like

Saying it in writing no less! Congrats. Common decency and basic manners out the window for some people when it comes to commenting on pregnant people’s bodies

like

She’s clearly never been pregnant before…

like

I wouldn’t take it personally

Related Posts

I’m a Junior accountant, recent MBA grad in Finance, located in NYC, just got laid off due to a merger. Anybody hiring or know any opening positions?

like

Are there any vacancies for a UI Engineer role (4 yoe), I'm looking for a senior role?
Skills:React,Angular,SCSS,CSS , currently a design oriented role

like

Hi All
I am looking for a job in the Azure Data Engineer role. I have 1year experience as Azure Data Engineer.
Skills: Pyspark Python, Databricks, Adls gen2, Adf, Azure cosmos, Mysql, Azure key valult

I am serving a notice period.I can join immediately.Please let me know if any position is open.

like

Hi all, can someone help me prepare interviews for HR roles please? Thank you

I haven't interviewed in years and feel absolutely out of place and underconfident. Not able to bring my A game to the table (I can't pitch myself as ideal candidate for position).

I have very strong profile for my experience. All my performance reviews continuously state I'm going above & beyond and theres nothing they can think of suggesting I do different. Just can't interview well

like

Anyone here willing to refer for a role at Talabat?

like

Hi,
My offer as Operations Engineer with Oracle fusion apps got struck due to hiring freeze since June 2022. I am desperately waiting on this.😅

Any idea when hiring freeze will be lifted?

like

Hello,

Anyone working in UBS here. Need a referral.

Thank you!

like

Pricing Strategy vs. Marketing Communications (both in Pharma)? Which role do you guys/gals believe better sets one up for a leadership role in marketing in the future. Comp for both roles are equivalent and I like both specializations equally, so neither comp nor interest is a factor. Only factor I’m weighing is which is a better path towards potential leadership role in the future. T.I.A!!!

like

Offered 110k base for a consultant level (commercial) in A&C. 3 yoe, none in consulting. Was this a good offer?

Not the most technical, more like business intelligence type role

like

Hello Fishes!
Good day.
Currently working in a PMO role

YoE - 0.66
Looking for switching into consulting profile.

Options:
1. Wait for Vertical switch into PMO roles
2. Go for horizontal switch at Pure consulting roles
3. Exit to e-commerce

I shall cherish any guidance that comes my way.

like

Senior Analyst at Goldman Sachs vs Data Engineer at IBM. In a general context without any details, which role would you take and why?

like

Looking to switch to HR consulting role. If anyone has any leads, please reach out. Thank you!

like

Would you rather go to a smaller agency and work fully remote, or go to a very large financial company (talking 10,000+ employees) which the company policies are very by the book? This is for a social role. TIA!

like

I am in need of a mentor. Honestly I think I'm in need of a professional coach. I feel like I've lost my drive, my desire to be great, I used to wanna be so amazing I was amazing then covid happened and now I'm struggling to bounce back any suggestions.

like

Anyone from AstraZeneca willing to chat about a potential referral? Interested in an AD role posted.

like

Anyone have tips on culturally relevant (read Black) parent podcasts or parent preparation programs?

I’m looking for something similar to New Mom Boss but for us

Open to position in corp communication- internal and external. Location - Hyderabad. Pls share any leads.

like
like

More Posts

Under what circumstances is it justified to quit a well paying, stable, good consulting profession without any future plan? I have a comfortable life but no happiness. Should i jump ship and take the risk of drowning in the hope that I'll learn to swim?

like

Hello everyone,

I am currently a HR Generalist for a small aerospace company, located in CA. I have been in a generalist role for a little over 4 years now and before that, I did recruiting/safety for about 3 years. I am now looking into getting my HR Certification, but am stuck in between the PHR-CA or the SHRM-CP. Does anyone have any recommendations they can give me?

like

Looking for a remote/hybrid/onsite (Calgary,Alberta) job for my boyfriend who got almost 5 years of experience in proposal writing, RFP, RFI and bid management for a civil engineering firm. He also got an MBA, non drinker, non smoker, clean driving abstract and very polite. He gave out tons of cv in indeed job posters for the past 5 months, ends up becoming the filler candidate, took a huge toll in his mental health and we are going through some very rough patches. Can anyone please kindly help?

I am looking for a new job and frustrated 😠 about the slow progress. Anyone with me? I think I am doing just about everything from hiring a resume builder to networking with hiring managers. Non-linear career track, "short" experience and having worked in non-target companies.. can translate to well-rounded, drive for growth and deeper involvement due to smaller teams. Hire me!! #justventing :)

like

Any advice on building trust in a team? The client is a real bear and has everyone on edge always

like

How many people have taken a pay cut for a another legal job? After how many years? Best advice to adjust? Was it from private to public or larger to small? Any regrets? Are you still there?

like

Curious to what Solution Principals at Slalom make in high cost cities

like

Dating and relationships have always been a struggle for me. Either the woman ghosts me after the first date or just a personality clash. Been married for five years and thing we’re going well but over the past two years everything is my fault and I do nothing right and get verbally abused so much at this point I do not know what side is up anymore. I know what needs to happen I’m just scared

like

Anyone free to chat and willing to refer me to a few positions at CVS Health? Thanks

like

Recently met someone and we have been out a few times. Afterwards we will talk about stuff and he has almost an exact memory of everything I have said (even when he was clearly drunk too). Is it unsettling or endearing for a guy to be like this?

like

Generally speaking, how difficult is the Google interview process for a software engineer role? My husband has attempted a few times, to no avail.

like

Hi,
The expansion of initial letter in my name is XYZ in PAN card website ( income tax website) And in passport it is mentioned as ABC.

Will it be a problem during background verification in IT companies? The first advantage (third party) is asking for expansion of my initial letter in my name, where I have clearly mentioned the scenario in thier comment box.
Will first advantage take this into consideration or will expansion of initial letter in a name will have any impact on the BGV?
YOE-5

like

Yes please 😂

Post Photo
likefunnyupliftingsmart

Anyone work at Estée Lauder and know what the wfh/hybrid outlook is? (NYC)

like

Do indie filmmakers often use freelance social media consultants to help with promotion?

like

Hi all, I am looking for a referal for a job at EY, UK. The position that I have applied for is PR & Media Relations Executive. Would be greatful if some can help. I am happy to discuss my skills and experience that makes me a right fit for the role. Thanks.

like

Came back to my parents’ house 800 miles from where I live for the quarantine. My mom’s a dentist and all of a sudden her revenue dropped to an absolute zero and she’s got bills and the clinic’s (...)

like

Hi fishes!

I am seeing too many post about awards like rising star, Kudos, etc. People keep telling there managers recommended them for these awards.
My manager doesn't interact much with us. I consider myself as some one who has worked hard for project and other intiatives. Should I ask my manager to consider me and if yes how should I initiate it.
Part of MC team.

Thank you.

like

Currently interviewing with Facebook (Meta) and looking for advice from other Technical Recruiters that recently joined. I’d be leaving a great company after less than 1 year, but I’d get the chance to upgrade my leveling (perhaps even mgmt) with the bonus of getting experience at a FAANG company. Apple Amazon Amazon Web Services Netflix Google

like

Additional Posts in We're Pregnant!

Almost 16 weeks today. Is it too late to job hunt and switch careers?

likehelpful

I’m having a really hard time with my changing body. 13 weeks, I don’t have too many bad side effects of pregnancy or anything so I consider myself lucky (no nausea ever etc) but I’m depressed at work, my skin is completely broken out and showing new broken face capillaries, and I’m not showing a bump yet so I just feel fat and big. I don’t know where this “glow” is but I look in the mirror and literally am grappling with not recognizing myself :( it’s been impossible to find any clothes too.

like

There is a recall on Similac formulas. Please check online for your lot number and details.

likehelpful

Almost 38 weeks! Anyone get a super dry mouth/nose/lips?? I’ve tried humidifier, and cold water but nothing is helping. Any other ideas?

like

Advice for overall discomfort in 3rd trimester with twins?

like

Anyone have Hcg levels not doubling? I am at week 6!

like

How are you all sleeping in your third trimester? Has the frequent bathroom trips and heavy belly impacted your sleep?

Are we supposed to stop using gel Polish during pregnancy?

like

Is anyone having insomnia during the first trimester? I'm 8 weeks and just cannot go to sleep. When I do fall asleep..I wake up an hour or two later and then end up just staying up because I can't fall back asleep. Trying not to get addicted to sleeping pills :/

like

Do you guys ever feel sickish/ mehhh the day before a new pregnancy week starts? 17 weeks tomorrow and I just noticed I always feel sluggish and meh Monday’s or Tuesdays.

like

My first prenatal visit was billed as “absence of menstruation” instead of “prenatal visit”, therefore my insurance is not covering it (insurance only covers prenatal visits). Is this normal? Did the doctor make a mistake with coding?

like

Has anyone been put on Reglan? What was your experience? Any side effects?

like

Anyone else find themselves shopping for baby clothes way too much? Send help! :) (And yes, I know they grow out of it quickly, yes, I know it's silly, just here for laughs)

like

Anyone use Provenskincare products for face while pg?

like

Took a blood test and found out that we are pregnant on 9/1. Our beta tests looked good. I have my first ultrasound appt not until 9/15. Are there any hcg test I can take at home so I know it's still rising appropriately until my appt? I'm being cautiously optimistic...

like

Neither my husband nor I are good with change and when my husband and I went for the ultrasound he nervously asked "she's too sick to eat anything other than her vitamins and water, is it ok for her and the baby to go without?" Our doctor just smiled and replied "don't worry, baby takes" I don't know why but that was so funny to us. It kind of became our mantra as we navigate and move our life around that "baby takes," its made it feel more Us vs Change rather than Me vs Him. Thought I'd share

like

Our baby is due soon so we’ve made the decision that we will only have visits from vaccinated family members (not realizing it would be an issue) only to find out that my Dad will never be getting vaccinated, planned to lie about it AND asked other family members lie to us about his vaccination status too… when we found out and asked him about it, he started to FREAK out. Now I’m questioning if we’re being unreasonable… how have you guys been handling unvaccinated people meeting your newborns??

Good maternity clothes for work???

like

For those who already have a baby - I (36f) just had a baby 6 weeks ago, and my wife (33F) is now back at work (WFH) and I’m still on leave. Since I have the baby all day and get up with her all night, my wife basically “takes over” baby duty when she stops working. The problem is that within an HOUR she has lost all patience with the baby. She gets frustrated so quickly if the baby is crying and will say things like “I’m just going to let her cry since nothing im doing helps” (cont)

like

Any protein powder that I can use in pregnancy? Was looking into kachava but it has monk fruit.

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Send download link to your phone

OR

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Messaging rates may apply

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal