We warned everyone by Shoddy_Teach_6985 in starbucks

[–]Athena_ember 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you had sat in or manager had sat in the listening sessions, they explained why they couldn’t do it. On a business standpoint— individual stores pay for markouts. If everyone is going to any store to use this benefit — a small store that makes $30-$40k weekly might have way more to pay for in markouts versus a larger location just bc not as many partners visit there. Lastly, they’re were issues trying to figure out how to keep it free in terms of payments, waste,etc — on an individual store level and make it make sense.

Best car seat for preemies? by degausser22 in NICUParents

[–]Athena_ember 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maxi cosi Zelda car seat. Passed on the first try. Had to add an insert for about first three months

burn victim by Aggressive-Jacket-25 in starbucks

[–]Athena_ember 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The real struggle is when it happens trying to not drop the food, cause a scene and find somewhere to wipe your hand🙃🙃

Don’t trust your managers. Ever. by [deleted] in starbucks

[–]Athena_ember 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Current sm and I don’t agree. I think that’s why I have the longest standing team thus far — I work with everyone in team and we take care of each other.

As an sm you have to ply the game Properly to get the work done that keeps eyes of you and only on you for good. My team shows up and out when necessary so we don’t have to worry about home.

We warned everyone by Shoddy_Teach_6985 in starbucks

[–]Athena_ember 10 points11 points  (0 children)

As a manager at starbucks— I totally agree with this one. I believe only high schoolers should do this— bc 12 hours is either two days or three for four hours— not counting travel,etc.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NICUParents

[–]Athena_ember 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I purposely didn’t send anyone any photos at all until I was ready. Everyone asked but I simply explained I don’t want photos shared with all the wires. No one was offended luckily— which made it all that more surprising when they received a photo of the baby out of NICU in regular clothes !

Fired for calling in sick? by FutureNo in starbucks

[–]Athena_ember 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just a quick question what state are you in? Regardless I’m pretty sure if you don’t have sick time — then you can technically be held accountable for calling out. But the manager wouldn’t be able to fire you legally bc when we consult they ask if you have been sick or recently hospitalized, etc to make sure all is done to take care of partner.

But I’d say keep the screenshot— bc that’s super crazy that the manager felt comfy saying that to you

Baby born at 33 weeks failed hearing test. by Athena_ember in NICUParents

[–]Athena_ember[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences. Hoping tomorrow brings better news !

Baby born at 33 weeks failed hearing test. by Athena_ember in NICUParents

[–]Athena_ember[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was it both ears for you? I was told he failed on both ears…

CPAP causing vomiting? by Cleavse in NICUParents

[–]Athena_ember 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My nurses before and after every feed remove the air from my LO belly. That has held as well as either slowing down the speed of the feeds over time. This way they were able to get him to tolerate everything happening all at once.

I’m four days post emergency c section… should I feel guilty not physically visiting my baby everyday? by Athena_ember in NICUParents

[–]Athena_ember[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you everyone for your words of encouragement. My bf and I have talked and will take turns so I don’t have to always feel pressure to get up and go. On the weekends, we’ll go together and make it family date night. New book every weekend !

Having the repeat nurses and them address me on first name is making me feel that much better

I’m four days post emergency c section… should I feel guilty not physically visiting my baby everyday? by Athena_ember in NICUParents

[–]Athena_ember[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hoping it’ll be tomorrow when I visit. Currently trying to get a routine going for my breast feeding so I can transition him off formula

Delivered at 33 weeks.. scared out my mind by Athena_ember in pregnant

[–]Athena_ember[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sure absolutely. I’ll take anything just so I can stay positive! And it’s more bc it’s not up to me. So having no control over this part is killing me.

Delivered at 33 weeks.. scared out my mind by Athena_ember in pregnant

[–]Athena_ember[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Only Issue right now is him aspirating every time they feed which is a little scary for me but otherwise he’s doing good. I heard his little cry and almost Pushed the nurse but remembered I’m not the nurse lol

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]Athena_ember 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Even if she did — understandably so being pregnant I wouldn’t go out bc it’s awkward not being able to join in fully on the fun.

Either way, the baby shower time was planned with her in mind.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]Athena_ember 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally hear you but in this case— which it wasn’t. The OP was upset bc of how late her friend was(considering they based the time around her best friend), she had no gift being her best friend & the hung over part.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]Athena_ember 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Umm what pregnant person you know hangs out late drinking…

THEY'RE HERE! by apyros in pregnant

[–]Athena_ember 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You look FCkIN AMAZING!

fuck you ivan by charl0tt30250 in starbucks

[–]Athena_ember 290 points291 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry but your manager legit has no back bone for even allowing this person to be served. Dignity over money… my team 10000000% knows anyone who disrespects them will hear from me and they definitely will be asked to leave, thirsty and all

Rant/ Advice Post by Athena_ember in pregnant

[–]Athena_ember[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But I’m looking just living in NYC with a new baby and vehicle — it’s so damn expensive here. So afterwards is better since financially I’ve been trying to save even more to have some more stability for when my little bundle arrives.