Tag: career choices
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“I Won’t Allow My Wife to Leave Her Job” Claims Man Seeking “Better” for Her
Get Pregnant Fast As time goes on, I’ve noticed many of my peers advising their partners to abandon their careers in favor of being stay-at-home parents. While the role of a stay-at-home parent certainly comes with its advantages for the family unit, I find myself wanting something different for my wife. This sentiment echoes the…
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Don’t Let Your Child Enroll in a For-Profit College
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent who has taken time off from my career to raise my kids, I’ve often thought about going back to school. But the question always lingers: where should I go, and what should I study? The advertisements for schools like the University of Phoenix are particularly enticing, showcasing smiling students…
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When the Biological Clock Comes Up, It’s Time to Speak Up
Get Pregnant Fast More women than ever are challenging the notion of a ticking biological clock. A recent report from the CDC highlights a notable trend: women over 40 are increasingly becoming mothers. This shift is a source of comfort for many who may feel pressured to start families before they’re ready. The data reveals…
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The Most Valuable Lesson My Father Shared with Me
Get Pregnant Fast This is what I recall: My father would wake up before dawn and take the train from our quiet suburb to the bustling heart of downtown Chicago. He spent his days in a towering office building on Jackson Boulevard—an imposing structure I visited only once, during a special Saturday outing when he…
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Columnist Faces Backlash for Not Allowing His Wife to Leave Her Job
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of parenting discussions, a recent article titled “Why I Won’t Let My Wife Quit Her Job” has ignited a firestorm of reactions. The moment I saw it pop up in my feed, I anticipated a typical case of outdated views on gender roles. I hesitated to click, bracing for…
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I’m Prioritizing Family Time Over Career Advancement
Get Pregnant Fast A colleague recently inquired about my career aspirations, and I couldn’t help but respond with a hint of skepticism. “Why do you ask?” I shot back, having encountered this question frequently in recent months. At 34, I’ve held the same position for two years at a university where I’ve been employed for…
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Redefining Failure Through Inspiration from Amy Poehler
Get Pregnant Fast I recently dove into Amy Poehler’s insightful book, Yes Please, and it sparked a fresh perspective on what personal failure truly means. Contrary to what some may think, Yes Please is far from a failure—it’s a witty, motivational read that reinforced my admiration for Amy. One particular insight about failure resonated deeply…
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Motherhood: The Game I’m Winning Now
Get Pregnant Fast A few months after I returned to work from maternity leave, a fellow attorney I hadn’t seen in ages greeted me with a warm “welcome back.” “You’re back in the game now,” she remarked. I nodded, recognizing that I was indeed re-entering the professional world of daily commutes, missed phone calls, and…
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Navigating the Guilt of Being a Working Mom
Get Pregnant Fast The feeling of guilt is a heavy burden I carry—guilt about working, about not working, and the struggle to find comfort in either choice. The reality of working mom guilt? It’s relentless. I once believed that being a stay-at-home mom, while also juggling some freelance work, would provide the ideal balance. Instead,…
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Demoting Myself at Work: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast The phrase “I demoted myself” was brought to my attention by a friend during a summer day at the beach while we chased after our children. We had graduated from college nearly 12 years ago and now found ourselves navigating the complexities of full-time work and motherhood. This candid admission resonated with…