Working while Pregnant
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Work from Home??
Asked by L.S. from St. Louis
on November 14, 2006
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I would love some ideas from other SAHMs (or working mommies too) on how to bring in a little extra income without leaving the house to work. Any ideas would be great...
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- This is a great question! I'm definately interested in hearing the responses! K.
- I know this sounds kinda funny and my husband laughs at me, but I do surveys on the computer! Depending on the different websites and the surveys, you can make some mo...
- Hi Lindsay, I just wanted to let you know what I do from home. I sell Juice Plus+. I also teach fitness for a living. I can take my kids to the gym get my workou...
Do You Work Because You "Have" to or Because You "Want" To?
Asked by D.P. from Pittsburgh
on July 26, 2011
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I work PT (2 days per week). Mostly because I want to. To cover my personal bills and expenses, and "extras" etc.
I think if I wanted to, I could not work at all an...
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- I PLANNED on returning back to work until my job was 'eliminated' after a month after I announced I was pregnant. Since then I've been a SAHM but during the school...
- I don't think WORK is what someone pays us for as much as it is what the human race is designed for. Everything good and constructive is a type of work. The Bible sa...
- I am a single mom of 3 boys so I work because I have to. I think that even if this wasn't the situation I probably would still work at least part time.
Breastpumping at Work
Asked by S.J. from Wausau
on June 11, 2009
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I'm going back to work next week, my little girl will be 8 weeks old. When I'm pumping at work, how often should I pump? Do I need to pump every 2-3 hours like she eat...
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- I followed the same schedule as some of the others suggested. When I started back to work, I tried to keep at the same frequency he would be eating, which for me was ...
- Hello! I breastfed my baby for about 16 months, while working full time and pumping at work. I pumped 3x a day (worked 8-5) until she was over a year, then I cut down ...
- I pumped twice a day when I went back to work, but I also went during my lunch and nursed my son. I agree that waiting 6 hours to pump isn't a good idea. You need to...
Incident at Work
Asked by J.C. from Phoenix
on April 21, 2010
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Ok, I'm going to make this as condensed as I can. Background info: I analyze bone marrow at a cancer diagnosis lab. I have been with this company for 10 yrs. I work ni...
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- Talk to management about him. Others have, so it's not like they won't believe you. No one should have to work under those conditions. It will make you hate your job.
- As someone who's had a bone marrow biopsy to stage cancer, the first thing I want to say is thank you for the work you do. Secondly, I'd recommend calling your ma...
- J., So distilling it all down--the issue was over the phone call from your friend, right? (I know he's been annoying more than that, but that was THE issue, right?) ...
Can't Get Pregnant
Asked by A.H. from Honolulu
on February 13, 2008
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I am 43 years old and have been trying for 4 years to get pregnant. Is there any hope for me? Have other moms had success getting pregnant at or after 43?
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- I agree with the holistic approach. A friend of mine used fertility treatment to conceive with her first baby but it took 5yrs. She wanted another baby but didn't wa...
- Having turned to naturopathic medicine, I've been helped in many ways. You might check with a naturopathic physician or an MD who is proficient in alternative medicine...
- Hi A., Although I was a little younger, it took me 4 years to have my first, and then 4 years of trying again before my second child. Sounds like you have gotten...
Back to Work
Asked by J.N. from San Antonio
on January 5, 2008
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I really want to know if my not feeling bad when leaving my 7wk old baby girl is normal. I have a wonderful home care provider that I take her to, and the first day b...
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- Everyone is different, some love to stay home, some can't stand it, and others are middle of the road, don't beat yourself up. I stayed home with my first child until ...
- Don't you EVER feel bad. You're comparing yourself to other moms' emotions and only you know yourself and how you react to most situations. If you ask me, I'd consid...
- Don't even give it a second thought. You obviously have a great sitter, and that is usually the #1 reason most moms cry when they have to leave their little ones...th...
Looking for Work
Asked by A.A. from Rochester
on March 9, 2007
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hi!! i have noticed on a few people's profiles that they say they are working part time to that they can stay at home...i was just wondering what some of those part ti...
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- Hi ya I do a really fun job where I can take my children with me. I work for a company called Noah's Ark Animal Workshop. I make my own schedule and can bring my child...
- Howdy, I, like many mothers who have responded, am doing the home businees route. I sell lia sophia jewelry, designer inspired products. I make 30% commission, set ...
- I saw your message about wanting to find a home-based business. I started mine with Arbonne skincare about 6 months ago. This company is rated #1 with the Direct Selle...
How Did You Decide to Work or Not?
Asked by K.J. from Dallas
on April 19, 2007
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I am in the process of deciding if I am going back to work or not. I have a 6 week old and I need to make a decision soon. I was wondering how other mother's decided t...
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- I decided to because I had to go back. If there was a cholice, I would be home with my baby! Good luck with your decision.
- I was able to take FMLA with my first child. So for 3 months, my husband and I talked and prayed about whether or not we could afford for me to stay home. My husband ...
- I knew from the moment she was born that I could not leave her, she is now 14 mnths sweet baby girl/ I knew that I had to help my husband financially, I joined the mom...
Work at Home
Asked by A.C. from Chicago
on May 16, 2011
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does anyone know if there are any work at home offers that are legit? I have been laid off and have had some devastating health information for me and my daughter and ...
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- I was in a similar situation to you. I was laid off, while pregnant with our second daughter. I found a part time job so that I could stay home with my oldest, babysit...
- I want to let you know that I just looked up elance.com and it is BBB accredited and it has an A+. I'm definately going to try it out. And you can choose the first opt...
- I actually do public relations from home. If you are a good writer and have great communication skills, there are folks always looking for freelancers. If you don't ha...
Work at Home
Asked by H.H. from Detroit
on March 7, 2007
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Has anyone had any success finding a good work-at-home company? I'm a SAHM and looking to bring in extra $$ to the home, since we're down to one income.
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- H. - I have had incredible success with Mary Kay - it was important to me to stay at home with my two boys and this allows me to do it. It's not your typical "home sh...
- Hi H., I'm S. and also a stay at home mom to 2 boys. One is 5 and the other is 1. I've been at home for 6 years (my office closed a few months before I got pregna...
- I am a consultant with Discovery Toys. There are many successful people in this business. I'm still new and working toward promoting by adding new members to my team...
