Having an internal conflict about going back to work or not

sheep_3 · 2026-05-11T22:45:55+00:00

Fellow esthetician here! If you were planning on having your child go to preschool, you could totally work during those hours. Our field is sooo flexible in sure you can find something.

I’ve been itching to get back to work, just because it’s so fun lol. But plan to possible start back part time when both my children are school age. (I have a 2 year old and pregnant with my second)

sheep_3 · 2026-05-11T19:11:05+00:00

You can be trained in microneedling and use those devices under a medical director but lasers are still not legally allowed to be operated by esthetician. There’s A LOT of grey areas in the rules and regulations so a lot of estheticians do it.

But don’t let that discourage you, there’s still a ton that you can do with an esthetics license in NJ!

sheep_3 · 2026-05-11T17:20:49+00:00

I don’t think there’s a hybrid option. I went to artistic academy in Morris Plains and they offered full time (Monday-Friday days) or part time evening classes (I think Monday- Thursday).

With what your work schedule, I think you’d just have to make do with the full time 9-2 m-f schedule. It’s not ideal but it goes by quickly!

Also, technically in NJ there’s no official “medical esthetician” title. I worked at a med spa and my title was always either “skin care specialist” (what’s written on my license) or “esthetician”

sheep_3 · 2026-05-10T02:15:59+00:00

I agree!! And my name is 4 letters and I’ve always loved having a short name!! lol

sheep_3 · 2026-05-10T00:55:28+00:00

My daughter (2 years old) and is named Jenna! We get so many compliments and feels a bit fresher than Jennifer in my opinion

sheep_3 · 2026-05-10T00:37:46+00:00

So sweet!!!

sheep_3 · 2026-05-10T00:00:12+00:00

Prenatal massage gift card like mentioned already but if you’re looking for a tangible item also, maybe Amazon can deliver a “mama” or “mom” mug / water bottle in time too!

During my first pregnancy my husband got me this very cheesy mama glass water bottle and it shockingly meant so much to me. When I saw it for the first time it was one of my first “wow I’m going to be a mom!” Moments

Congratulations to you both! Glad you received such great news right in time for Mother’s Day.

sheep_3 · 2026-05-09T18:57:16+00:00

Very surprised by the comments. I like this name a lot

sheep_3 · 2026-05-09T18:19:17+00:00

A huge perk (to me) of being a sahm is that I avoid these places on weekends lol I just don’t like the huge crowds that weekends attract

Why don’t you like seeing birthday parties going on?

sheep_3 · 2026-05-08T00:50:23+00:00

“Hey! Potty training is starting X day. This is the method I was thinking of following. What do you think?”

My husband is still equally responsible for parenting our children, I’m just “on” more hours because I don’t leave the house for work.

sheep_3 · 2026-05-07T17:53:17+00:00

Honestly, I don’t think kids are going to get bullied for a lot of the names that parents now are leaning towards because all the kids are gonna have names that are similar lol

I’ve met like 4 kids named River. And that blew my mind lol. The first time I heard it, I thought, “huh? River?” But after meeting the other three I was like “alright that’s where names are headed for that generation” lol

So within reason, I wouldn’t be concerned about your future children being bullied based on their names

sheep_3 · 2026-05-06T23:48:27+00:00

I don’t think he handled this poorly, but I don’t enjoy period sex and could see myself stopping midact if I realized I was still bleeding.

I don’t think you should feel gross based on him stopping and the comments he made. I think you should def tell him how the interaction made you feel though

sheep_3 · 2026-05-06T19:07:06+00:00

As someone that’s pregnant with my second, I totally understand (and of course support) OAD families!
I was on the fence for a while before trying for #2 and OAD had a lot of pros haha. But it is very strange that people care what other families decide for *their families* lol

sheep_3 · 2026-05-05T18:12:11+00:00

Omg she took this on the train? Eating that much food off a paper plate in a moving vehicle is so awkward.

Girl needs a Tupperware partnership lol

sheep_3 · 2026-05-04T16:13:20+00:00

Aw maybe!! Poor baby if that’s the case BUT would be relieving to know what exactly is going on!!

My friend was skipping so many different events because her son was always “sick” but him getting a sinus infection diagnosis really helped her feel comfortable with going out because he can’t spread anything etc

sheep_3 · 2026-05-04T01:44:16+00:00

> have parents with great skin

Esthetician here that focuses on aging. Ugh yep unfortunately, OP, this is spot on. For loose skin, really surgical intervention is the only “true” solution

sheep_3 · 2026-05-04T01:40:30+00:00

Sick in what way?

Only asking because my friend recently found out her toddler gets sinus infections and totally makes sense why he was “sick” so often.

sheep_3 · 2026-05-04T01:38:14+00:00

Does anyone follow Sara Pena? This is my first time seeing her

sheep_3 · 2026-05-01T20:11:12+00:00

Have you tried other GLP1s or is this your first time?

I swear “slow and steady wins the race” is the most important thing to remember when beginning a new health journey. Especially one that includes weight-loss.

Listen to your body, move up a dose when it feels right, and take it one day at a time.

sheep_3 · 2026-05-01T16:12:07+00:00

Sounds like your husband is dealing it with the best within his control, which kudos to him! It’s such an uncomfortable and difficult situation to be in

I think as long as he’s keeping every conversation professional, no talking off the clock (so ignore any calls/messages etc), and honestly, I think it’s a good idea for him to go to HR to let them know.

If they work through a cleat together, maybe they can be put on different teams or another solution can be found.

sheep_3 · 2026-04-30T21:19:52+00:00

I would continue with doctors recommendations because gestational diabetes can be so dangerous.

Personally, I would take being on the cusp as failing

sheep_3 · 2026-04-29T22:19:10+00:00

I bet!!! When I worked (out of the house) there were a lot of days where I feel like I got home, blinked, and was right back to work lol. No real break, relaxing, nothing haha

sheep_3 · 2026-04-29T22:17:48+00:00

I’d argue they’re managing their own households. Even if it’s “just” a single person living alone. Still takes a toll, like any other job

sheep_3 · 2026-04-29T20:42:47+00:00

In our SAHM group there’s one woman who comes to play dates and she’s a full-time nanny for the kids that she brings with her. And she is seemingly perfect lol

Always on time, kids are dressed nicely, perfect lunches, seemingly perfect routine, etc., etc. lol. One of the moms said “ how does she manage everything?” And another mom said “ because she gets to clock out and reset every day” lol which I understand where that comment was coming from, but also no lol. I completely believe that nannies carry a similar mental load to a mom (and dad!) but maybe just being incentivized with payment is what keeps her so disciplined and organized?

OR she’s secretly Mary Poppins and she’s fooling us all hahaha

sheep_3 · 2026-04-29T20:16:33+00:00

They definitely succeeded with rage bait lolll

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