In my late 20's and about to get married. Lately I think I've been having some pretty legit baby fever. We're at least 2 years away from that, but I'm already (1/2)

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

Slow down and enjoy the couple time. You'll never get that time back.

like

Agree with 👆- you are never ready. I am 9 months pregnant (early 30s) and shitting myself. Take the time to be a couple and let things develop naturally. My only advice is to try for kids - if you want to have them - sooner because if there are problems to conceiving you’ll know earlier rather than later.

like

Come work for us. We give 6 months primary caregiver leave in the US and pay 100% for benefits

like

Worry doesn't actually produce anything. At worst, it just sets you back even further. Keep doing your best.

Maybe look into the parental leave benefits your agency does or does not offer and the out of pocket costs for labor and delivery that will vary depending on your insurance (which I wish I had known about before baby 1.)

You may even consider talking to other coworkers who are also parents that you admire to check on their experience.

But honestly this topic is so loaded that you're going to get all kinds of advice whether you want it or not. And the quality really runs the gamut. Go with your gut. First lesson of parenthood!

like

If it was only that easy to work for 72 ha

like

Can I know you? 😂

like

I have a lot of advice. But I would just keep doing you until it happens (truth: you’re never ready) don’t subconsciously tax yourself because you think other people will

like

We are always looking! My reco is to find anyone you know here (even a friend of a friend) to send your info thru. We don’t post jobs and internal recos are the best way to go.

like

Really starting to worry about maternity leave benefits, the motherhood penalty and child care. Any advice? (2/2)

like

Where do you work?

I'd love to be at 72. #NewYearGoals

Are you hiring freelancers @72andSunny1?

Related Posts

Has your Urgent Care facility or ones around you started testing for COVID19? If so, do you offer both the Antibody test and Viral swab?

like

Has anyone here (without any debt) resigned from their current job without any job lined up because of mental health issues?

like

Will there be any impact on health insurance coverage for my parents if I claim HRA on their name?

like

When is the last day I can purchase something for the 2018 fitness reimbursement?

like

Hi I am a female USDC SS level employee and would be on bench starting from mid September. I have received a generic email from RM stating that work from home is not allowed when on bench and have to come to office from 9am to 5pm. I am a mother of 11 months old and my family already had Covid few months back. Since my kid is very small i am not comfortable sending him to day care. Can anyone suggest how to get approval for work from home during my bench time. I am very much tensed

like

2nd child coming H1-22. 1st will be few months away from 4yrs by then. Is xc60 big enough for 2 car seats and 3 adults? Person in middle seat will be slim frame. Presume BMW X1 / Audi Q3 will be even smaller and not in contention? Xc60 is around £28k for 2017 version (~30-40k miles) and X1 / Q3 around £22k for 2018/19 versions (~30k miles). Any other car to consider? Wife adamant no MPV. XC90 would be ~£32k for 70-80k mile 2016 version.

like

Pretty sure i had delta variant 2 weeks ago. Is it still possible to get omicron variant if I’m boosted & have antibodies from a different strain? anyone positive with covid now who had delta variant recently?

likesmart

Work from home has made me super lazy and not a morning person. When I go to my evening workout classes, I barely have energy. Any tips to increase my energy and make me a morning person!?

like

Need some advice bc my work and personal life intertwine. Too much sometimes. Father is my boss. Wife is adamant that when folks come over they take off their shoes. Tried to ask my family...cont

like

I have a 2.5 year old boy getting stir crazy with the cold and covid restrictions. Thinking about finding subscriptions or local classes with good precautions. Any recommendations on things that have worked for your kiddos?

like

Thinking about having my wife stay home w/ kids. Her job pays 100% of our health benefits today. Curious, are there options for group health insurance through like alumni or other associations? Cont

like

Hi, my mom in India, going through dialysis due to failure of both kidneys. Are there options to continue her dialysis in US? Any knowlwdge of insurance coverage? Any inputs based on your experience?

What my buddy and I are drinking now. As always, the WR Double Oaked is amazing!!!
However, the Hudson Baby Bourbon Whiskey is NOT hitting the spot. It leaves a very dry bland taste.

Post Photo
like

Hey all!!
Hope you all are doing good.
Can someone share your thought of how to deal with this situation. I am completely lost in terms of my mental health. Not able to overcome and accept this situation. I think this is right place to ask, as we all are going through the same.

likehelpful

Difference between having female baby doggie and male baby doggo? I’m confused which one I should get!!!

like

Anyone else feel obligated to take family/friend referrals to healthcare providers? My brother is a dentist and, in light of some work I need done, said "hey! Go to so-and-so at such-and-such. He's a friend and really great." And I'm sure he IS really great, but I love my dentist and don't feel a need to switch. But my brother has already told his friend to expect me.

Does anyone else get more depressed and anxious in the office/on-site vs remote? How do you deal with it? My depression and mood swings are really blunted when I can work at home from my sunny office

like

I’m having my performance review tomorrow. Looked at my goals last year which was set before the pandemic really hit. Since it really affected business and travel I didn’t hit most of my goals. Plus I was really depressed (who wasn’t really) so I didn’t take much initiative. What’s a good way to navigate this...?

like

Does anyone know any dentist office that accepts Aetna PPO dental insurance. Around the Houston downtown area. I'm always okay driving further as well.

My app keeps saying there is none. Thank you

like

More Posts

Comfiest womens work shoes? Any suggestions on brands

like

How do you combat scope creep?

like

What benefits do we get when moving to the UK from India?

I am getting the below.
1. Dependent visa for my family
2. 1 month accommodation
3. Relocation expenses.

Is there anything else I can ask for? Please share if you have any experience on the same.

likehelpful

What are the exit opportunities for human capital and does it get better or worse the higher you get in PA

Hello Fishes,
Since IBM is splitting into Kyndryl/ NewCo, how does one know what he/she is going to be part of ? Does anyones offer letter mention Kydryl specifically ?

like

In the midwest, talking to a small agency. If I take a FT role and possibly move in a few months, wondering if they’d be open to me staying on remotely. Everything’s been remote for them for a while anyway and will likely continue to be. Any thoughts on how to approach this scenario? Want to do right, but don’t want to be overly precautious either.

like

Hi, did anyone here experience interviewing with Revolut for technical product owner role?
I got on a Hr call with them and they said they really expect technical product owner to know the nitty gritty of backend like payload or system designs etc, and that I would need to brush up on backend knowledge if i want to pass their technical interview.
The HR said I can do some brush up and let her know once I’m ready for the interview and she will schedule it then, as if i go ahead and fail now, i wo

like

Need references at DELOITTE and SUTHERLAND

like

Newly promoted MD of which I am excited about and worked very hard to earn. I don’t feel as treated yet as a part of a peer group with other PPMD’s in my account need advice

likehelpful

Does the Wharton 1-on-1 interview involve any behavioral questions or just Why MBA/Why Wharton?

like

I’m a Senior Project Manager at an engineering consulting firm - I don’t have my PE as of yet and my compensation is $100k + bonus. Just a bit of background, at my firm a Senior PM is someone with 8+ years exp. I have 10 years experience and on track to making Principal in a couple of months. I seriously think I’m on the low end of the salary range as a Senior PM. What’s a typical Senior PM or Principal compensation in your firm?

like

Do you have any idea what the salary range is in Strategy& for the Manager Role in TMT Deals practice (London) EY PwC Deloitte KPMG Strategy&

like

🚨Job Alert 🚨 Program Manager role in Atlanta, Georgia!

Post Photo
like

Is there such thing as garden leave when moving between the MBBs? As in due to potential conflict of interest, you're not allowed to work for a competitor for x months after you terminate contract with existing employer? Does it only apply to senior levels (partner and above)

like

Thoughts on Wolfgang? Pretty young but seems to have some momentum.

Are nice jeans, shoes, and dress shirt acceptable at DU?

like
like

9 year experienced full stack developer asp.net and angular. What should be the CTC ask?

like

I’m going back to school full time and I will continue to work full time. I’m going to school for Nursing and I’m in Digital Marketing now. So it’s a huge switch!! Do you think I should keep it to myself or do you think I can tell my employer about my career change without them getting all weird about it? I also don’t want them to be worried that “I’ll be too busy to do my job effectively”. What would you do?

like

Additional Posts in Women in Advertising

Would you take a job for less salary if it was a less toxic environment than your current situation?

like

Hi all! I’m a social media strategist at a multicultural ad agency and I was looking for some resources (books, articles, podcasts, etc) about marketing from a multicultural perspective.

Thank you in advance!

like

We have a feedback type of platform at my work where you can request feedback, and give it.

Your manager is able to see the feedback that you receive... My manager requested feedback from me...

So what’s the protocol on being harassed by a former employee - one that reported to you but that the company on the whole fired. For harassment, no less. This guy just can’t let it go after YEARS.

Anyone have a positive experience (or can offer advice) after having reporting workplace harassment/intimidation to HR? I’m scared of retaliation but also feel so threatened to lose my job...

like

I presented with my CCO in a pitch and it went really well. When we left the meeting he kissed me on the top of my head (in a patriarchal way, not sexual at all)... I froze and ignored him. Thoughts?

like

Is any agency aggressively looking for WOC right now? Where can I send my book?

like

I'm applying for a job at Company X. Is there a way to see what web/print advertising/collateral they have produced in the past? The work is not shown on their external agency's site. It's a smallish company.

I've done searches for Company X but have not been inundated with ads on Google like usual. I did find commericals on Youtube.
Thanks!

like

Does anyone know what the fertility benefits and maternity leave are at IPG companies? I'm considering an opportunity at an IPG-backed small agency and trying to figure out what the IVF coverage looks like. When is the right time to ask for their benefits package? TIA!

likehelpful

I keep getting told that I need a hobby outside of the house. I work 12 hour days, go to the gym 4 days a week, and am the primary caregiver in the family...

like

Seeking advice. My company was acquired and the new CEO (white, cis gender) is a fragile misogynist. He's an old-school marketer and it's like having your dad in a meeting explaining (continued..)

Anyone attend a 3% conference with white male leadership? How was that?

like

Just wanted to say, I posted in here about wanting feedback on my book and also about a mentor I can ask questions to bc I don’t have any female creative leadership at my agency. Con’t...

likeuplifting

Has anyone used Helixa? What are the pros and cons? We're considering bringing in the platform with the Helixa/GWI Fusion, but I'd like to hear someone's first-hand experience.

Anyone know anyone in the industry that's done foster parenting? Looking to connect with other foster dads and moms.

likeuplifting

I am looking for creative deck layouts for stratrgic storytelling. Any ideas where to go for inspiration?

like

Do you personally care how other people look like on camera? Obviously not talking big client meetings, but just day to day. I’m starting a new job soon, and thinking how much effort I should put into my face and tops lol At my current agency I got pretty comfortable with hoodies and just concealer to cover my dark circles.

like

I’d like some financial input. I have $56k in a high yield savings account. Other than my checking acct (3-4k) and Roth/401k (which goes untouched) it’s basically all the money I have. (Zero debt/loans, no house/car) Should I be doing something else with part of the money? I know nothing about stocks or investing. Any thoughts?

like

As a newbie to the industry (1.5 years out of college with ~2 years at my agency), how do I know if I’m being underpaid for my work? Am I just naive to think I should be making more than $45K? Does it ever get better? Lol

like

How do you break up with someone when your entire social life has become their friend group?

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