Strange as it sounds, I'm kinda gonna miss quarantine life.

Hi there. I previously had a beautiful baby girl through IVF and emergency c-section. Now I'm in the process of completing my pre-requisites before another FET. I had my hydrosonogram, trial embryo transfer, and an overall check of my uterus. Due to my muscle thickness, they're recommending with my next pregnancy to have another c-section. I tried Googling but can't find any info. Anyone been through this before and know what they're referring to? I just like to be as informed as I can.

How do you deal with ADD and being able to clearly explain your ideas? Are meds the answer? Really don’t want to do that. Already in therapy. Plz help.

Has anyone been to the UK lately from the US? What are the Covid requirements / restrictions? Thank you!

Curious if anyone started sweating intensely during their sleep as they got older or if it was related to a condition. Some nights, now more often, I wake up completely drenched. Any ideas?

Hello fishes. Need some insurance advice.
My parents are dependent on me. My 62 yo dad and 57yo mom do some part time work and makes $1000/mon. Dad has some health complications like diabetes, high bp, genetic heart issues, liver problems etc. Does it make sense to get a life insurance for him - 20 yr term, $1M coverage. Premium is around $500. I am thinking I can pay the premium but if something happens to dad, it will help my mom pay be self-sufficient

It’s looking like my job is gonna start asking us to return to the office. We have an open office plan and before we wfh FT I would save all my work for my telework days bc I can’t get shit done in the office. I’m having major anxiety about them making this decision. I know I’m not alone that people don’t want to return to the office. My ADHD and the open office just makes working from the office a nightmare and I’m feeling really nervous and kind of resentful.

Any recommendations for healthy restaurant dinner options that are easy on the digestive track? I usually workout after dinner, and have had some pretty bad bouts of IBS afterwards.

Ugh, is that time of year again! Does anyone have any advice on how to handle "friends" and family members who spout conspiracy theories to avoid getting the flu shot

Anyone who has made the shift from a regular toothbrush to an electric? What were your reasons? Also do you think an electric is much better from an overall oral hygiene perspective?

Has anyone had any side effects from Ovidrel? I did my shot on Wednesday night and Thursday and Friday I was SO tired and fatigued and it was impossible to focus. Did my IUI on Friday and I’ve been SO crampy and in pain and I’m soooo cranky and irritable and I can’t figure out if it’s from the injection still or what

Signed up for a personal trainer! 2x/week strength training with her... to begin with!

Just completed my last shift in the ICU. I'm glad to be shifting back to the Maternatity ward. It was exhausting, and emotionally draining working with such sick patients. I know the work we did made a big difference, but I'm glad to go back to my favorite role!

Is genetic carrier screening prior to starting an ivf cycle necessary? I tested and found some disorders. Now my RE won’t start my cycle until my partner is tested. They are saying they will have to do special PGT tests if we are carriers of the same disorder. I am confused. I thought this type of testing was optional and usually recommended if you are using a donor. My guess is that they are booked and pushing me to the Jan cycle. Thoughts?

I’ve made it 5+ years in a NY M&A practice and have consistent exceeding expectations reviews. I’ve had a few mental breakdowns because of work during this time, but thankfully made it through. I’ve been in a near constant depressive/anxious state for family reasons for the last year and half, and am soon having my first kid. I’m scared shitless that I’ll spiral out of control both at work and at home if something doesn’t change soon. Any suggestions on how to keep this job and keep it together?

Make body transformation possible at 31? Used to be athletic, now drink a 6 pack and say ready to party.

My psychiatrist today revealed to me that I may have ADHD, still a hypothesis that he is still exploring but from my personal experiences and discussions with therapist, it seems likely.

One example of personal experience is my ongoing prep for case studies as I'm interviewing with a number of firms. I do struggle to keep focus and generally take a bit longer to finish them, specifically the structuring of the case. Does anybody else feel the same way and any recommendations to overcome this?

Have any of you developed tolerance to ADHD meds in the past? Makes me feel like something is wrong with me

Anyway to slim down legs; just want to smooth out this massive imbalance that the body seems to favor to the downside

What are some ways to cure sadness for no reason? Currently living with parents and they’re getting mad at me because I can’t instantly be happy idk what to do. I’m just feeling down for no reason and comes off ungrateful.

Is anyone in Experience Strategy/Transformation in the Netherlands willing to chat about a referral?

I am planning a move there from Canada throughout the summer (and eligible to work there)

Happy to provide more information

Got hit with RFE during premium processing for H1-B extension, 12th year H1-B. I was asked to provide additional details for my daily job tasks.

What are the chances it will get approved?

To those starting the year on the beach: office or home office ...or actual beach?

Can you submit a climbing gym membership for a fitness expense with EY? It says extreme sports are restricted and lists rock climbing but is the climbing gym itself ok?

Anyone know of mid-level copywriter openings in New York right now?

Has Pfizer done away with Assoc. Director roles in favor of Sr. Manager roles?

Workout before (4:30 am) or after (6:30ish) work?

Anyone up for going through my resume?
Help will be so much appreciated :)

How often do you all review your rates? I’m 6 months into partnership and my rate is the same as it was two years ago when I started at this firm as a 4th year (currently had a license just over 6 years and the 5.5 I’ve been in practice are all domestic relations)

Cardano on the way back up, thank God 😮‍💨

Submitted cbs with ea score. Jheez. Yet to take the gmat for the other schools 😭

Hi Fishes,

I have got offers from Maersk and Shell with the same payscale, bit confused amongst which one to choose. Seeking your valuable feedback

When do you get your year end bonus? The paycheck of October 1st or later on down the line?

Just crafted a wonderful email to the client detailing information on how much tax they aren't gonna pay, all I get is "thanks".

If I move to industry, how much vacation, sick days, and parental leave as a father should I expect as a senior auditor?

I just got into reading books, any suggestions to start with? Which could help to increase media/marketing knowledge.

Have you ever seen a client fired in mid-production?

Is Slidequest worth it? Please help!!!!

These are unprecedented times. One day I’ll look back and tell my grandkids how *I* thought of the social media execution for my agency and saved the world.

It’s so nice that every agency laying off people, have those left standing (and other agencies) trying to hustle jobs for their unemployed friends, but there are also a ton of people who were unemployed prior to Covid...so no severance, job hunting lot longer, and not earning income for longer time...hurting even MORE due to quarantine.

Thank you all for existing on Fishbowl and for being such a supportive community. It’s been a difficult year, but at the end of the day, I’m glad to have people to commiserate/celebrate with ❤️🙂❤️

How has the NY "state of mind" lasted so long when everyone's working from their suburban home or parents' basement?

Freelancers -- what health insurance do you guys use? I really need to leave my current place but it's hard to find another gig that isn't freelance to full time. But I also need health insurance.

In a typical advertising creative team structure, who vets the new hires? ECD? CD? Trying to get some clarity as I work at a small shop with CD being the highest title.

Shoutout to account peeps ready to explain why, actually, it isn't that much work and, actually, EOD tomorrow is plenty of time.

As part of the interview process, a company is asking me to concept a 360 integrated campaign with presentations to multiple teams. Is this normal?

anyone use Lunchclub AI?

Any advice on nailing the perfect headline?

What should I be reading to keep up to do date with new (good) ads. Adfreak? Other?

Why are Product Design portfolios so boring? Has anyone seen a good one lately?

Any tips for securing freelance work with US agencies when you live abroad? My work is pretty solitary and I could fly in for workshops or a major presentation.

Anomaly NYC? Thoughts? Average AE salary?

Does anyone know what the Twitter DM threats to I believe a female strategist were about? Seen a ton of tweets about it but have no context.

My controversial opinion of the day is that organic social is worth fuckall for the majority of brands (including the trendy lifestyle ones) and that influencers are just propping up vanity metrics.