u/teluguaurhindiammayi

I am an aspiring DTO, and had a few questions.

1. My wife is a Dentist, and she loves it. I don't want her to have to leave her role for me, and was wondering what it might be like for her to travel with me to all these countries? Does she need to work for a local dental clinic? Or will she be able to find roles within the embassy community / Foreign Service community / State Department network?

2. How long did the TS clearance take?

2a. How long does the application process take? Years?

4. What are the benefits like being a DTO? Is it worth it? Is there good job growth/career growth/ rewarding experience?

5. We are planning on having kids in the next 5 years. What was it like to move from country to country with children? How was it for their development?

6. What is bidding on countries like? How often do you have to bid and have to move? What if you are starting to settle in an area, can you just stay there?

I posted previously about the process of donating your eggs - but how much do you actually get paid? i hear all the time that people donate their genes for the money, but how much do they actually get paid?

I honestly would be willing to donate my eggs  I just feel like the process to donate eggs at a place is SO LENGTHY!!!!!!!

Any one who has gone through the process, can you talk me through what the process is like? how long does it take? I want to help other couples have children, but it just sounds like such a processssssssssssss.......................i'm an engineer, I'm sure others who are working many hours don't feel like going to an egg bank in their free time.

Guys --- I think I have some misconceptions about sperm donors, but like.....I dont know anyone who just wakes up one day and decides to donate their sperm..............................sometimes i feel like those people who think that way might be a little odd...............is THAT WEIRD?? IM SORRY I REALLY WANT KIDS AND IM A LESBIAN AND PLANNING FOR THIS...BUT LIKE ..... IM SO HAPPY FOR DONORS, IM SO THANKFUL FOR THEM, BUT HOW DID THEY JUST GET UP AND DO THAT ( i get it...you get paid...and care about helping people...but IS THAT A WEIRD THING TO THINK)????? AHH PLEASE TELL ME . none of my friends have done that. i would love to, but i haven't done it. i dont think i know of anyone who has done it. SO WHO DOES IT??

Hi, I am in a same-sex (woman) relationship, and my partner and I are interested in having a few kids (but starting the journey in a few years). I am just an longterm thinker and a capricorn -- however, I feel like its never too early to know your options.

We are both residing in the US, and are of Indian (asian) background.

I was browsing through some Sperm Banks, and found it quite hard to find sperm donors that are of Indian Background -- there seems to be a limited selection of donors with an Indian background who share physical similarities or personality qualities with my partner and me. Appearance isn't a dealbreaker for us — we'll love our children unconditionally regardless of how they look — but I had a few questions about the process.

1. What was the process like to find a sperm donor for others in a similar situation.
2. How much does getting a sperm donor cost (is this covered by insurance, or mostly out of pocket)?
3. Is it easier to just ask a friend and skip the whole sperm bank process?
4. What should we look for when choosing a sperm bank — are some more reputable than others?
5. What's the success rate like, and how many tries did it take for most people?
6. Did you go through IUI or IVF, and how did you decide which route to take?
7. What's one thing you wish you knew before starting the process?

AHH I KNOW THERE ARE SO MANY QUESTIONS. Feel free to answer as few or as many questions as you'd like!! Thank you so much!!!!!!

Hi, I am in a same-sex (woman) relationship, and my partner and I are interested in having a few kids (but starting the journey in a few years). I am just an longterm thinker and a capricorn -- however, I feel like its never too early to know your options.

We are both residing in the US, and are of Indian (asian) background.

I was browsing through some Sperm Banks, and found it quite hard to find sperm donors that are of Indian Background -- there seems to be a limited selection of donors with an Indian background who share physical similarities or personality qualities with my partner and me. Appearance isn't a dealbreaker for us — we'll love our children unconditionally regardless of how they look — but I had a few questions about the process.

1. What was the process like to find a sperm donor for others in a similar situation.

2. How much does getting a sperm donor cost (is this covered by insurance, or mostly out of pocket)?

3. Is it easier to just ask a friend and skip the whole sperm bank process?

4. What should we look for when choosing a sperm bank — are some more reputable than others?

5. What's the success rate like, and how many tries did it take for most people?

6. Did you go through IUI or IVF, and how did you decide which route to take?

7. What's one thing you wish you knew before starting the process?

AHH I KNOW THERE ARE SO MANY QUESTIONS. Feel free to answer as few or as many questions as you'd like!! Thank you so much!!!!!!

I am a lesbian and my long-term (6 years together) girlfriend (bisexual), are at the stage of thinking of engagement, marriage, and having children. We have always wanted kids (honestly, looking to have 3-4 kids), however, I am an over-thinker and long-term planner (yes - I am a Capricorn).

I HAVE SO MANY QUESTIONS (really interested in hearing perspectives from everyone - but also from moms in same-sex relationships who have kids, and have noticed some things) -- What are some effects that children have that have 2 moms? (also, we don't live in a super liberal area, its moderate / suburban - no issues faced so far, but also not much exposure)

Question 1:
What are some ways that children raised by two moms might be influenced by their family structure? Specifically, I want to make sure they don't grow up assuming that same-sex relationships are the only type of relationship — just as parents in a male-female household would want their kids to know that their arrangement isn't the only valid one either.

Question 2:

Have your kids ever faced social exclusion — like not being invited to parties or events — because they have two moms? (I am asking from a place of genuine concern for my future kids, really wanting experiences here). My future wife and I are both very social, outgoing people (homecoming queen, valedictorian, athletes captains, etc), and we want our kids to have the same rich social life we did. I was just wondering if this seemed to be something noticed, that kids get left out or treated differently because of our family structure.

Question 3:

What are things that you have noticed that I might not even be thinking about yet? please be open and honest.

Need advice on a $150 espresso machine that has a grinder, frother, and is easy to clean/use for a gift for someone.

My budget is around $150 (can stretch a little if it's really worth it). Ideally, I'm looking for something that:

• Has a built-in grinder (or is easy to pair with an affordable grinder)
• Has a milk frother/steam wand for lattes and cappuccinos
• Is easy to use and clean
• Is reliable and doesn't require a lot of tweaking or maintenance
• Works well for someone who is not an espresso hobbyist

For context, my family has mostly been drinking instant coffee and regular drip coffee for years, so we're not necessarily chasing café-quality espresso or trying to become baristas. The goal is to make good espresso-based drinks at home without a complicated process.

What mirrors will look good on a 2026 GSXR-600. Should I keep the factory ones, or does anyone have any recommendations?

Things I want to keep:
Turn Signals on Mirrors (for safety)
Be able to see behind me (not too small/skinny where I can't see properly through them (again for safety).

Things I want to change:

If factory mirrors are the same price as nicer/newer designs, then I would prefer to change the look of my bike.

(Please put the links as well, and places that has fast shipping)

Hi, I am changing out my fairings, and wanted to know honest opinions on my bike. Do you think this looks fire or does it look like too much is going on? Or does it look nicee

https://preview.redd.it/m7zo6w3wu5zg1.png?width=1280&format=png&auto=webp&s=eb747015298ba0bdf4efd882f44865863b0960e5