Hi all,
Does anyone have headphones with a microphone that does a really good job of blocking out background noise? I’m looking for something that would minimize the chances of my baby being heard on a call.
I never take calls or have meetings when she’s nearby or awake. I just want something that would give me some peace of mind in case I have an unexpected meeting.
I’d love to hear your recommendations!
New here!
My baby slept in a bassinet next to my bed and never wanted to sleep in my bed. As soon as he turned 18 months, everything changed. He started crying when I put him in his crib and waking up at night, which had never happened before. The first night it happened, I brought him into my bed and he immediately relaxed and fell asleep. We've been co-sleeping for the past two weeks. It makes me happy because I feel it's what he needs right now, but I'm also a little worried. Has anyone else's toddler suddenly wanted to co-sleep around 18 months after always sleeping independently? How did it go? Was it just a phase?
Thank you!
Hi everyone, this may be a question that's been asked many times before.
I had silent updates in April, on June 28, July 1, and again today. (I'm not sure if there were more that I missed because I wasn't checking my case very often)
Has anyone noticed a pattern or trend when this happens?
Thank you!
I am an au pair in Ireland and I am paid €125 per week to look after three children (one goes to school for 6 hours a day, another for 3 hours, and the third does not attend school at all).
I work from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., although in reality it often extends until 6 or 7 p.m. because they get upset if I do not have dinner with the family. I know this is partly because, that way, I help wash up after dinner instead of leaving it all to them.
In addition, I am expected to hang laundry, do washing loads, vacuum the house, and carry out other household chores.
I am clearly planning to leave, but I would simply like to know what is considered normal nowadays for an au pair in Ireland (outside Dublin).
Hi everyone,
I’m trying to understand what the standard practice is in the UK regarding visa and immigration costs for skilled worker roles (specifically Lecturer / PI positions).
When employers offer relocation support, is it common for them to cover or reimburse Visa application fees and IHS?
Do they usually cover only the main employee, or do they also ever cover dependents (spouse and children)?
Any recent real-world experiences would be really appreciated. Thank you!
My baby is 16 months old and I’ve been working from home with him since he was born. And honestly, even though I’m really proud of managing both, I just can’t do it anymore. And it’s not because of my baby, it’s my job. It’s toxic, abusive, and honestly awful. The turnover is insane, and there are no benefits.
At this point, I’m seriously thinking about quitting or just letting myself get fired so I can take some time for myself and my son. I can’t even explain how much I’ve aged during this period, when I compare photos, it’s shocking. This job is literally draining the life out of me.
Daycare isn’t really an option either because I’d basically be working just to pay for it, so it doesn’t make financial sense for us. Also, sending my baby to daycare wouldn’t change how horrible my workplace is anyway.
I just don’t know what to do. My income is important for the family, but we could probably manage if I stopped working for a few months. Honestly, I just hate my job and I feel like it’s consuming me.