My baby just hates naps and will cry constantly. We’re okay with letting him cry it out but he’s fully capable of crying for a straight 45+ minutes, thus eliminating the nap anyway...any help?

me: how can i help you today?
customer: can you get me a younger wife who talks less?
me: …

I’m posting this here instead of my usual Big Law bowl because I’m guessing there are people here who will understand. I just need to vent. I am married to a wonderful man who has a young son. My husband is the kindest, most patient and supportive man I’ve ever met other than my dear late grandfather. He is saintly. But the chaos that surrounds him hurts me. I am the primary breadwinner and far out earn my husband and my stepson’s bio mom. I have always put pressure on myself to succeed (Cont.)

My husband and I are thinking about taking a 6 month career break to travel. Career suicide or worth the risk? For context, I’m a 4th year big law associate (30 years old and no kids).

Should I plan to Uber or drive a rental car to get around NYC tourist sites? NY fish, would you take a child on the subway in the Bronx right now? I'm hearing horror stories and supposedly there are more homeless living on the subway who need/cannot access mental health treatment. But driving & parking are nightmarishly stressful & expensive 😩

Hey guys… I’m a case worker in child safety and I’m someone who loves being outdoors/dies at a desk all day. I’m hoping to organise that at least once a week I can go to a cafe and catch up on all my case notes that need to go into the system.
So far the only reason I’ve been told no is that “if you do then everyone will want to and then no one will be in the office” … how can I convince them that I work better out of the office and get this freedom & mental break for myself?

Opinions on career clerkships? Especially with a two year old and wanting another child eventually.

Anyone else sickened by Amy’s use of her black kids as props? You didn’t have to tell us that those two black kids were adopted, but way to make them feel different.

Does anyone have feedback or recommendations on robo cleaners in India? Thinking is sending one to family. With lockdown mom getting tired of cleaning by herself.

Mom went back to home country and I’ve been moping around holding back tears all day! Tell me it’s gonna be ok, I miss my mom 😭😭

Comforting others:
When someone tells me bad news regarding their health, I say everything I am supposed to say (I’m sorry to hear that, I’m here for you, etc) EXCEPT “everything is going to be ok”. Because I can’t guarantee that and I really don’t know if everything is going to be ok. I was taken aback recently when a friend told me I am calloused and cold-hearted for not being able to say those words. Is she right? Should I start saying this for the purposes of providing comfort only??

EY leave department hasn’t been the most helpful with the exact details around maternity leave - so just wondering for any EY mamas - how do we initiate getting the two weeks before due date off? Just a doctors note or ??? Thank you!!

How do you know that you want to spend the rest of your life with one person?

Ladies, did you change your last name after getting married? I’m worried about the impact it will have on my publications.

Anyone has an alternative to an Au Pair. Wife and I were looking forward to host an au pair but can’t go through the official program since we are not permanent residents yet. Anyone has an alternative besides traditional daycare? Maybe a friend of a friend? I am in NJ. Any ideas welcomed and needed!

Pissed at my ex gf’s homophobic parents who are the reason for making our relationship hell by forcing her to get married to dudes they bring from a matrimonial website and for her to break up with me.

Spent the pandemic working on myself, got sober, focused on working out, left the music industry and started a career where I can make money and have a steady work schedule. Maybe this isn’t everyone’s version of “growing up” but that’s what this was for me. Now that I’m vaxed and seeing my friends, it’s clear we have little left in common, and honestly a lot of the things they do straight up embarrasses me. I don’t want to lose these long term friends. Has anyone else been in this situation?

For those with successful second marriages, what advice do you have for someone recently divorced (1st marriage)?

Any book recommendations to gift my cousin sister? She studied (masters) psychology and is a trained classical dancer.

I have seen my parents fight every since I was 8 and I’m 27 now and nothing has changed. I discovered at 17 that my dad is gay who had multiple relationships with other men. We were devastated but....

I just started parental leave for 12 weeks, but a new job opportunity just came up. What do I do if I get an offer? Do I tell my boss before I come back from leave, or do I just resign on my first day back?

Anyone have insight on Goodwin (Corporate) in London?

Hello fishes, need some help. Can anyone share how it is to work for tesco bangalore? Is it a good place to work in terms of learning, tech stack and job security? I am considering accepting a tesco offer. Here are my current options: 1. Tesco - SDE2, 50L full fixed. 2. Walmart - IN4, total around 50L(per year) -35 fixed, RSU 8L, variable 8L(4 year vest). 3. Paypal - SE3, total around 50L(per year) - 32 fixed, 3.2 variable, 34 RSU (3 year vest). Cctc - 23L, YOE - 6. Walmart ,Paypal ,Tesco

Any Mental Health Techs or Clinicians at “Community” in Indy. Looking for salaries and experience . I hired on with 6-7 years at $20 even

Was just reached out to by someone from Barton. They say they recruit people for day-by-day contract work for PE firms. Are there any other firms that do this?

So sick of these pat-on-the-back posts on LinkedIn, and the ensuing circle jerk that follows

Tech stack - DevOps
YEO- 8 years
Current org - Oracle
Current CTC - 20 lpa
How much is expected from good product based to offer?
Any recent experience would be appreciated.@

All I want to do is curl up in bed with hot tea and a good book. Recommendations for if I ever achieve said dream?

My gpa fell to a 3.0. I was working multiple jobs in college and had one really bad semester due to a traumatic event I went through. What are the chances the firm revokes my offer during a pandemic?

Has anyone here used a professional resume service? Would recommend again or not worth it?

What are the best product based companies in Hyderabad for testing roles?

4YOE

How to apply for visa sponsorships jobs in HR from India? Is HR even in the short occupation list?

How much should a laboratory supervisor make? 11 years of bench/lead tech experience.

I just joined a non-dream company as a 10+ years experience guy. My friend working in my dream company forwarded a job requirement from his internal postings. I want to give it a try but in case I get selected how hard or bad would it be to quit current company? I want to know what consequences I should be ready to face. Can someone please advice?

Hi guys...TCS offices have opened or still wfh is there ?

Thoughts on Chicago athletic club? Would likely be going to lincoln park / lakeview locations

Sunday 4/19 FYIsland thread! Comment if you want visitors or want to explore new islands.