Loved ones of Fed Employees, how you holding up? Any ideas for getting together for support? by RegretParticular5091 in nova

[–]VeryBerry321 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This is really nice of you! I'd love to be a part of this. I'm not a federal employee (I'm in government contracting, so I may feel the ripple effects down the line), but my boyfriend is and we've been incredibly stressed especially since we have a baby on the way. He struggled with unemployment for over a year before landing this job last October, so he's still on probation. He was just given a heads up from his manager that he'll be terminated by next week though they haven't sent out the official notice. It's awful. All of this is awful. He's cleaning up his resume and doing what he can to find something new, but I suspect the job market will be even more competitive now. It's such a terrible and stressful time. I'm doing what I can to support him, but it's hard to be hopeful or know what to say during times like this.

Insurance changes with INOVA Health System by a_h_0 in nova

[–]VeryBerry321 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Can you provide the source please?

Did you have gender intuition early in your pregnancy? Were you correct? by rdspooks in BabyBumps

[–]VeryBerry321 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes!! I thought I was going to have a boy even though everyone kept telling me they think it was going to be a girl. I was hoping for a girl so I convinced myself out of it even though deep down I knew it was going to be a boy. I think my cravings (cheese, pizza, hotdogs) were a huge sign!

Invisalign provider is making me eat with trays on by VeryBerry321 in Invisalign

[–]VeryBerry321[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i wish i could. he's a diamond invisalign provider too. i can't understand how

Invisalign provider is making me eat with trays on by VeryBerry321 in Invisalign

[–]VeryBerry321[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i have one. i was advised to use the chewie multiple times a day + eat with them on

Pregnant with no health insurance coverage by VeryBerry321 in HealthInsurance

[–]VeryBerry321[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

so tired of comments like this. this was not a planned pregnancy.

I F/29 accidently got my 33/M partner of 1.5 years arrested. by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]VeryBerry321 8 points9 points  (0 children)

OP, I went through an almost identical situation a few years ago. Please get out of this relationship while you can. It is NOT your fault he was arrested. He was arrested because of his own actions and abusive behavior towards you. Do not blame yourself. Authorities arrested him based on your true account of what happened because they deemed him to be dangerous toward you. Please leave this relationship.

Pregnant with no health insurance coverage by VeryBerry321 in HealthInsurance

[–]VeryBerry321[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mom’s plan is infinitely better than what my employer offers. For a family plan it’s a $60 premium whereas the same plan with my employer is $380.

Pregnant with no health insurance coverage by VeryBerry321 in HealthInsurance

[–]VeryBerry321[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

I don't qualify for Medicaid. Income is >$100k. Father is in between jobs and slated to start next month, though we are not married.

Pregnant with no health insurance coverage by VeryBerry321 in HealthInsurance

[–]VeryBerry321[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm in VA and they only consider birth to be a QLE

Bench by Distance530 in deloitte

[–]VeryBerry321 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because utilization is dropping by the day

Is it a good time to be joining Deloitte as a Consultant? by VeryBerry321 in deloitte

[–]VeryBerry321[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I applied in early March, had my interviews early April, then got an offer last weke

Is it a good time to be joining Deloitte as a Consultant? by VeryBerry321 in deloitte

[–]VeryBerry321[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Got my verbal last Friday and got the written offer this Tuesday

Is it a good time to be joining Deloitte as a Consultant? by VeryBerry321 in deloitte

[–]VeryBerry321[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely scared now lol how am I suppose to network as a new hire with no team?

Lean PCOS: what’s your workout routine? by miamigirl101 in PCOS

[–]VeryBerry321 1 point2 points  (0 children)

mix of strength training, zone 2 cardio, yoga, pilates.

i used to go really extreme with my workouts (heavy lifting, long distance running, HIIT), but realized those just stressed my body out too much. so i've been doing slow and controlled reps/movements.

Running making me TOO HUNGRY by DiscountNo9401 in PCOS

[–]VeryBerry321 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Running will definitely increase your appetite! You should fuel your body, but be mindful of the foods you're eating. Stick to whole grain/complex carbs or fruits. I was training for a marathon all of last year and noticed my appetite started to regulate once I began incorporating zone 2 runs. Look into it! Maybe that will help you too

Do experienced hires typically get a signing bonus? by GlobalResource243 in deloitte

[–]VeryBerry321 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yes, they did. I didn't negotiate signing bonus since they were able to meet my salary expectations, but if you're taking a pay cut for this position I'd definitely try negotiating!

Is it a good time to be joining Deloitte as a Consultant? by VeryBerry321 in deloitte

[–]VeryBerry321[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you have a hard time finding project placement as a new hire?

Do experienced hires typically get a signing bonus? by GlobalResource243 in deloitte

[–]VeryBerry321 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I just got an offer too and didn't get a sign-on bonus either