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So I’ve been working in retail for a while now and it’s been more than 8 years. I now have a two year old and since I work in retail my job is very demanding with time. The job pays well as I’m a single mom. But I feel so guilty at the amount of time I have to be away from my son. I’m also trying to start a side hus...

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I went for an interview and didn't get the job.It happands all the time.

It's another interview and another no.I work but money is crap and long journey.I ve tried everything around where I live and cabt get anywhere.I fele so low.I juts want to move on with my life and improve it.I m not bothered about working hard but I feel like I m not very likable or something and noone wants to emp...

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Need help

Hy i m new in uk i don't know what to do i have 6 months old bbygirl .and this month i missed my period and today i took pregnancy test and its positive .but right now i don't want it as i have some helth issue and im not redy for it.i call gp and tell them abt this tey give me some number to call and say call them...

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Work from home mom

Any ideas how to entertain a twenty month old when you work from home without it being too much screen time

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Fit to fly certificates

Hi everyone… I need a fit to fly certificate as I turn 28 weeks whilst away and the airline I’m flying with requires one. I’ve spoken to my GP and initially they said they don’t do them and then they’ve said I have to get the midwife to put a note on my record to say my pregnancy is not high risk and then the GP wil...

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Anyone WFH?

Does anyone work from home and have baby with them? How do you make this work? We are in the position where cost of living has gone up so much and hubby’s wages don’t match. I have no job to go back to. Can’t afford nursery and don’t want to put him in nursery anyway so how do you manage to keep up with housework...

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Jobs

Hey mamma anyone know of any remote jobs?

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Side hustles & Remote Jobs!

I am sharing just because I have been talking to a couple of other moms and we have been saying the same thing, any side hustles or remote jobs!! I am currently a property manager and I love what i do. Was more for ideas and what others are doing!

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Do you work from home? Any tips on getting started for beginners?

I'd like to start a side hustle or work from home. What do you do? Any tips to getting started? Thanks!

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College degree online

I am wanting to go to school and get my degree online. I am stuck on if medical billing and coding is the right choice. I was leaning more towards this one because I’ve done tons of research as it’s something I’m interested in and I can work from home. Only thing is I’ve heard it’s near impossible to find a job onc...

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Nursery and funded hours

Hey…FTM so please don’t judge🙈 I’m currently pregnant with baby number 2 and am planning on returning to work and sending both my boys (who will be 2.5 and 14 months) to nursery in September 2025. I understand there’s new funding etc but when am I supposed to apply for this for September 2025? I know for this…

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What job can I do for 3 months before I am due?

I am due in August. What jobs can I take for a few months before I give birth?? Preferably remote. Thank you!

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SAHM- remote jobs

Hey Yall! I’m in need of some help! So I’m a sahm with my 7 month old boy and my husband works full time and he loves his job but we aren’t making enough money to cover our bills. I would hate for him to have to leave his work cause he’s finally found a job he’s been enjoying. Anyway, I would like to help with our s...

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Officially in my 3rd Trimester

As of today I'm in my third trimester! I feel so unprepared but it's because I don't have any money to buy anything and it's just me supporting myself. BD and I aren't together and I don't really have any family around. My friends have helped me so much but they can only do so much. I've used/ gotten a couple free i...

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Job Recommendations

Hey everyone! I’m currently working full time but wanting to drop down to part time due to my kids schedule. Do you guys know of any jobs that are flexible with schedule/part time? I have looked in indeed, etc etc and just no luck so far!

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FIT TO FLY - HELP xx

Girls, I’m hoping to be going away Monday morning however my GP can’t see me before then and my midwife doesn’t issue fit to fly notes. I was going to use an online service called zoomdoc where you upload your pregnancy notes and if everything is well they send you the certificate. However, i want to make sure it’s ...

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