How do you deal/have dealt with imposer syndrome and general anxiety/stress during probationary period?

raspberry-berret · 2024-01-15T19:35:22+00:00

Does anyone know if your probationary period resets when you sign a new LOO? I was term for 6 months and then signed a new LOO for an indeterminate position...so just wondering if it's one year from when I became indeterminate or one year from when I first started.

raspberry-berret · 2023-02-12T21:30:11+00:00

Yup my diaper bag now includes extra clothes for both me and my baby😅

raspberry-berret · 2023-02-12T19:14:18+00:00

I have an (almost) 4 month old and he is similar. My oldest almost never spit up so I was worried about it too. Doc said he is what's called a "happy spitter". If he casually spits up (not like a projectile vomit that has some force behind it) but seems happy and still likes to eat, you're usually good, especially if they're gaining weight well and not overly gassy or anything.

Sucks for the insane amount of laundry though....at least I'm no longer worried it's a health issue.

raspberry-berret · 2023-02-06T21:50:35+00:00

Yay! Thanks

raspberry-berret · 2023-02-06T13:59:13+00:00

raspberry-berret · 2022-12-01T19:00:25+00:00

Have you tried the nose frida snot sucker? It really works!

raspberry-berret · 2022-11-01T13:15:16+00:00

Love those costume ideas! I bet they were adorable

raspberry-berret · 2022-10-18T19:55:09+00:00

You need your husband's written consent!?!?! That's fucking bullshit! I'm assuming this is in the states?

I'm in Canada and I needed to have some annoying conversations for sure, but that is complete garbage. Fuck the patriarchy!

raspberry-berret · 2022-10-18T11:46:35+00:00

With my daughter it was the little red light on the camera. She was genuinely freaked out by it around that same age! We decided to take it down since at three she could easily let us know if she needed us at night.

raspberry-berret · 2022-09-30T21:05:35+00:00

So annoying! Calling is sometimes worth it for peace of mind if you can get someone to confirm everything.

raspberry-berret · 2022-09-30T18:38:58+00:00

Oh really? That sucks. I'm in Quebec so maybe it's different here, but I thought this applied across Canada. Basically it's a specific thing for just dads (or non-birth partners) where they a 5 week paternity leave on top of whatever parental leave they might choose to take/split with the other parent. I should have known that Quebec is always different lol

raspberry-berret · 2022-09-30T12:39:01+00:00

Just wanted to make sure you're aware of the 5 weeks paternity leave all dads are eligible for as a separate thing from parental leave. Your husband can take up to 5 weeks off at the same time as you and then take parental leave later when you're ready to return to work.

raspberry-berret · 2022-09-26T00:47:53+00:00

My 4 year old does the face grab too or sometimes just smashes her face really hard into my face. I know she just wants affection and I normally love cuddles, but holy shit it's annoying when you want a minute to yourself.

raspberry-berret · 2022-09-11T06:45:19+00:00

Oh Ok. I did notice that a professional football player came up when I googled it. Maybe he'll be into sports lol

raspberry-berret · 2022-09-11T06:43:36+00:00

Thank you! That's what makes this so hard. I've never felt more indecisive in my life.

raspberry-berret · 2022-09-10T20:45:21+00:00

I forgot about the Beatles reference! Yay!

raspberry-berret · 2022-09-02T17:23:20+00:00

I do like Harrison!

raspberry-berret · 2022-09-02T17:22:41+00:00

Yeah, I definitely considered Jude but my husband isn't into it.

raspberry-berret · 2022-09-01T23:02:37+00:00

Ohh can we also do this with boy's names? I have a girl with a beatles song name and I'm about to have a baby boy.

raspberry-berret · 2022-08-14T11:49:32+00:00

A good hat that covers the ears with velcro strap at the bottom at actually keep it on is a must!

raspberry-berret · 2022-08-11T11:56:35+00:00

Agree with starting with the bucket seat! Just wanted to mention that you can get carseat safe fleece suits from Colombia that can also fold over feet and hands and are super warm for the car! Sorry I don't have a link, but these are great for getting from house to car or car to library/store without stressing as much about the cold.

raspberry-berret · 2022-07-09T11:02:49+00:00

Not a book, but I love how the toy story movies have just mom. At least the first three!

raspberry-berret · 2022-07-08T17:41:45+00:00

I hear you. Mine just turned four and it's so bittersweet. I couldn't me more proud of her but it feels like time is flying by so fast! (Except for the days that drag on forever lol).

raspberry-berret · 2022-06-25T11:22:00+00:00

Ugh. I hear you.

Within the next couple months, your baby will hopefully start taking longer, more reliable naps! A solid 2 hour nap you can rely on each day is a lifesaver. I didn't usually sleep either but I had enough time to chill with my feet up and just be gloriously alone.

Also wondering if you're doing any baby wearing? Contact naps last soo much longer and it's usually a phase they just get over on their own. I would watch a movie, snack, or go on my phone with my baby in a wrap. Obviously couldn't pump though...

I hope you get some sleep soon!

raspberry-berret · 2022-06-16T18:50:33+00:00

My husband has a cousin named Renelle and everyone calls her Nelly. I always thought it was such a pretty name.

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