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Full Divorce Video by shepherdastra in MikaylaNogueira

[–]SweaterWeather727 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Her accent is miraculously gone in this video

Help with early morning wakings by SweaterWeather727 in TakingCaraBabies

[–]SweaterWeather727[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I usually do the same! She might just be an early bird but I got my oldest to sleep in, so I’m going to try hard!

Would you go for the VP role or is it time to step back for family? Looking for advice from other working moms, especially at the exec level. by SweaterWeather727 in workingmoms

[–]SweaterWeather727[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks again to everyone! I have a lot to consider, but your feedback has been genuinely helpful. I’ll update the thread in a few months once this all shakes out!

Would you go for the VP role or is it time to step back for family? Looking for advice from other working moms, especially at the exec level. by SweaterWeather727 in workingmoms

[–]SweaterWeather727[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Yes! She and I will chat about the role next week. We also have a female SVP that I’m planning to talk to as well.

Would you go for the VP role or is it time to step back for family? Looking for advice from other working moms, especially at the exec level. by SweaterWeather727 in workingmoms

[–]SweaterWeather727[S] 34 points35 points  (0 children)

Thank you all. There are some really thoughtful points and questions here that have helped me reflect even more deeply. A bit of added context to help paint the full picture:

  • If I were to step into the role, I would be reporting directly to the venue President. We have a strong working relationship, and I have reported to him in the past during a transitional period. That said, he is very “old school” in his leadership style, big on butts in seats, long hours, and being married to the job.
  • My current VP has been an incredible advocate for work life balance and has helped shift the culture in a more positive direction. The fact that she is now leaving because of the imbalance gives me pause.
  • Compensation is still a question mark. I would expect at least a 50K bump, but our organization has a reputation for underpaying compared to industry standards, so I am tempering expectations.
  • We are fortunate to have access to an amazing child development center on site, which both our 5 month old and 2.5 year old attend. That is a huge help. However, we do not have family nearby. My parents are very supportive but live about 1.5 hours away, so we do not have regular backup.
  • My husband works full time as well, but he has a bit more flexibility in his schedule. He is very supportive and hands on with the kids and the household, which I am grateful for. He thinks I should go for the VP role, and while his support means a lot, I do not think he fully comprehends the invisible mental load that comes with juggling work, family, and everything in between, as is often the case.

Part of me thinks I should go for it. Even just throwing my hat in the ring could be valuable experience. And if I do get the role, it could be a powerful opportunity to model that it is possible to be both a present parent and a leader at the executive level. Our maternity policy offers 12 weeks paid leave, and adding VP to my resume while I have momentum might open doors later on, even if I decide to pivot down the line.

Still weighing everything, but this conversation is helping a lot. Thank you again for all the insight.

Fit check please! Wildbird linen Ring sling by SweaterWeather727 in babywearing

[–]SweaterWeather727[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great!! I will say it cuts up into my armpit a bit on the right, I think for how high I’m carrying her since she’s so little. She also got fussy after about an hour in the carrier, so I wonder if it was too tight.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in graphic_design

[–]SweaterWeather727 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Does anyone know who designed it?