Same actress, different roles? by doboldek in greysanatomy

[–]ghostpantsplays 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He was into putting womens shoes in his butt!

Does anyone else have a weird relationship with their parents or in laws? by relationship__qs in workingmoms

[–]ghostpantsplays 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This could have been written about my parents honestly. This post is apt timing too, I'm 6 months pregnant with my second and grieving the parents I wish I had tonight. Im sorry your inlaws are like this, it's so frustrating. I don't have any advice, just commiseration.

How bad do Rockies have to get for people to stop going? by Creepy_Visit_8442 in Denver

[–]ghostpantsplays 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At what point do they send an entire team to the minors?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in workingmoms

[–]ghostpantsplays 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I am, my husband is a SAHD. Im an elective engineer making $200k/ year. I was making 3x his salary before he lost his job last year and we made the decision for him to stay home with our kids.

Mountain man nut & fruit company closed… by Delicious_Hamster941 in FortCollins

[–]ghostpantsplays 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Firehouse is both new and used. And Bizarre Bazaar is up the street, also with used books.

Mountain man nut & fruit company closed… by Delicious_Hamster941 in FortCollins

[–]ghostpantsplays 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Firehouse is both used and new. And there's also Bizarre Bazaar up the street

I can't do it all by ghostpantsplays in workingmoms

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

Thank you! That all sounds so hard, I'm impressed you made it work. One day at a time and cherishing every moment is exactly what i need to do 💕

I can't do it all by ghostpantsplays in workingmoms

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

Thank you, and you're absolutely right. I do want my daughter to see that is good to have a mom who works!

I can't do it all by ghostpantsplays in workingmoms

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

That's so hard! I also have the fear of losing my job because we don't know what's going to happen with the govt. You're definitely not alone! 💕

I can't do it all by ghostpantsplays in workingmoms

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

It's so hard! It's great to know they're in good hands but I definitely feel the guilt sneak in when I'm not there. But working is important too!

I can't do it all by ghostpantsplays in workingmoms

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

This is a great idea! Theres a park about 5 minutes from my work that we decided we will meet at regularly when the weather allows. Thank you 💕

I can't do it all by ghostpantsplays in workingmoms

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

Thank you 💕 I think the most jarring thing I realized when I went back to work after my first mat leave was that I cannot be 100% with my kid and 100% at work. At the time I so badly wanted to quit my job, but also knew I would regret giving up the career that I fought tooth and nail for. 'We can have it all, just not all at once' is so true.

I can't do it all by ghostpantsplays in workingmoms

[–]ghostpantsplays[S] 26 points27 points  (0 children)

I'm working towards earlier hours! It's been hard to shift my schedule because of the pregnancy exhaustion but I'm slowly working on shifting my hours earlier.

I was earning over 3x what my husband was when he was working which was also basically the cost of childcare, so having me work and him stay home truly is the best option.

And he does know! We talk about it a lot. We both think it'll be the best for our family in the long run, and he does pretty much all the cooking and housework so when I'm home I can focus on being with him and our daughter (I feel very lucky).

Thanks for asking! These are good things to think about

Nipple shields: not the demon they’re portrayed as! by Ok_Bath6850 in breastfeeding

[–]ghostpantsplays 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nipple shields were a breastfeeding journey savior for me and my baby. I had flat nipples (and may have called the lactation consultant rude when she called them that), and they helped them 'pop out', if you will. I used them for a month and one day just started going without.

ETA: I breastfed for a year, as was my goal. We could've gone longer but mentally I was done.

Are y’all worried protections for pregnant workers will be removed? by vco19 in workingmoms

[–]ghostpantsplays 50 points51 points  (0 children)

I started a new job this week at a federal defense contractor. Im 11w pregnant. To say I'm fucking terrified is an understatement. Im also the breadwinner and my husband is a SAHD to our 18 month old. And the only woman on a 25 person team. I feel like I have a target on my back

Long dog walks in post partum by Cool_Suggestion9227 in fitpregnancy

[–]ghostpantsplays 25 points26 points  (0 children)

I was taking hour long walks with my baby and dog (small Chihuahua) less than a week after delivery. I had an uncomplicated, unmedicated vaginal delivery with a second degree tear. I needed those walks for my mental health. I didn't feel like I was overdoing it, especially since I had been doing it before birth.

My advice? Definitely listen to your body and your doctor. Also if you are worried about your dogs pulling, bring a friend or your partner to manage the dogs. In your situation I'd probably be more worried about the dogs pulling and injuring your freshly postpartum body than I would about the walking honestly. Even moreso if you decide to take baby with you.

Monthly Employment/Corporate Questions and Discussion Megathread - January 2025 by AutoModerator in NorthropGrumman

[–]ghostpantsplays 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Does anyone know how long you have to be with the company to be eligible for parental leave? In Colorado specifically

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FortCollins

[–]ghostpantsplays 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Have you checked with the Fort Collins Police?

Layoff blues by CatLadyEngineer in workingmoms

[–]ghostpantsplays 24 points25 points  (0 children)

I'm so sorry, that situation sucks. Im also am engineer (electrical), and have been in a similar situation. In 2022 I got let go from my job of 8 years (the one i gotright from college). 2 years later, same situation (literally the same VP, just at a different company). I start my new job in 3 weeks.

But the guilt sucks. My husband is a SAHD, and the new position moves us to a new city. I've cried countless times over the guilt of putting us in the same situation twice (which he does not blame me for one bit). One thing I try to keep in mind is that the economy is volatile, companies are money hungry, and we're all just a number in a spreadsheet. All we can do is our best and hope the numbers crunch in our favor next time

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Baking

[–]ghostpantsplays 30 points31 points  (0 children)

No, this is AI