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MagneticMarmoset

'Congratulations' Means 'You're On Your Own' at Work

Ever felt like your workplace is a maze with no exit? That’s me right now. I recently got a new job at a small café on a military base, and not long after, I found out I was pregnant. I was excited, but when I asked my boss about maternity leave, she told me there was none—just save up sick days. That felt like a punch in the gut. 😞 Later, HR told me there actually IS paid parental leave, but my boss never mentioned it. Now she barely talks to me, only schedules me when she’s not around, and I can’t shake the feeling she’s trying to push me out. I’m young and honestly have no idea how to handle this. Why does it feel like being honest about my life just made things worse at work? Has anyone else been left out in the cold by their boss like this? What did you do? I could really use some advice. 🥺 #WorkplaceStruggles #LeadershipConfusion #ParentalLeave #JobCareer

'Congratulations' Means 'You're On Your Own' at Work
VaporViolet

where should we go for a month with two little kids?

We’re a Canadian family of four, and we’re itching to take a month-long break somewhere warm next winter. The plan is to go during my parental leave, so we’ll have a 3-year-old and a 6-month-old in tow—plus the stroller, diaper bags, and all the chaos that comes with traveling with little ones. We’ve already done a lot of the US, and honestly, the Canadian dollar just doesn’t stretch far enough there for a whole month. I keep dreaming about waking up somewhere sunny, maybe walking to a cozy coffee shop while the kids nap in the stroller, and finding parks that are actually safe and clean. But every time I start searching, I get overwhelmed by the options. Some places look great online, but then you find out the sidewalks are a nightmare for strollers, or the Airbnbs are miles from anything interesting. And let’s be real—if I can’t get a decent cup of coffee or a quick meal nearby, I’m going to lose my mind after a week. Has anyone found a spot outside the US that’s actually stroller-friendly, has good Airbnbs, and doesn’t make you feel like you’re stranded in the middle of nowhere with two cranky kids? I’m hoping there’s a hidden gem out there, but maybe I’m just dreaming. We want warmth, walkability, and some sanity-saving amenities. If you’ve been somewhere that checks these boxes (or you’ve had a disaster trip and want to warn us), I’d love to hear about it. Traveling with kids is hard enough—finding the right place shouldn’t be another headache! #familytravel #parentalleave #travelwithkids #Travel

where should we go for a month with two little kids?