Non-veg question about interviews.
I quit my job down in Houston so I can stay up here with my family, and to have more time off of work. But the job search up here isn't going so well. I think I may have to expand my search. I am thinking of looking for a job in places like Washington state and Colorado, because I love the mountains. Also, having a baby isn't as scary as it once was and I feel pretty confident about things now. I no longer feel that it is necessary to stay here with my mom.
So my point is this: say I have an interview out of state. What do I do with my baby? I don't want to leave him with my mom, she isn't responsible enough to be able to take care of him. She likes the booze a little too much if you know what I mean. And he is a breastfed baby anyway.
I can take him with me. I would prefer that, and I think he would too. But what would I do with him during the interview? I am sure people have gone through this before but I don't know who to ask. I noticed my grandma, when I asked her, and my stepdad (my mom's fiance) both told me to take him with me when I asked them, neither even mentioned leaving him with my mom. So I thought that I would post the question out to my good friends here on vegweb and see what you all say.
I am single, so there is no husband, and the father is out of the picture. Oh, in case you want to know, I am an engineer.
Disclaimer: I don't have a baby, I am not looking for a job, etc.
Congrats to you for feeling strong enough emotionally to be ready to move ahead with your life. That takes courage and confidence. :) I hope you can figure out a way to make this all work out. I'm sure someone here has been though this or knows someone who has and can give you some advice!
I would research the town where I was interviewing. Call the daycares in the area and see if they could watch him while you are on your interview? You might even arrange to visit the day before to check out the place?
Yeah, it sounds like there is no option but to take him. I mean, if your mom is a no, what other choice is there? I second what pixie said.
This is probably going to sound rude but it sounds like you should've returned to Houston. You're admitting that you don't trust your mom and your grandma/step-dad aren't very helpful. Seems like you would've been in the same situation in Texas (helpwise) except for you had a job that pays wells and most likely will have better benefits than any new position you find will.
This is probably going to sound rude but it sounds like you should've returned to Houston. You're admitting that you don't trust your mom and your grandma/step-dad aren't very helpful. Seems like you would've been in the same situation in Texas (helpwise) except for you had a job that pays wells and most likely will have better benefits than any new position you find will.
I am wondering that too. After all that about wanting the security of home, and home is really nothing but a detriment to you and your baby (or at least it sure doesn't help you at all). Why not just go back to your job? You'll be just as much on your own there as in Colorado or some other place you've never lived before. Either way, your baby's gonna have to go to daycare, so why not go back to your familiar/secure job?
eta: Oh wait, I didn't see that part where you said you quit for good. I assumed you were on maternity leave or something. My bad. So that's not an option?
I used to work in daycare. There are options, but there is also paperwork and such. I would definitely call in advance. Most centers are willing to take a child for a day, but make sure you ask about all paperwork and it shouldn't be too expensive, because your child won't be there very long.
Is there an option to go back? Even if you quit "for good"?
Hi all! I remember SQ saying that she was COMPLETELY MISERABLE in Houston.
I agree that checking for just day daycares in areas that you are interviewing in sounds like the best option. Just be sure to take your time in researching and accepting a position in an area that you are going to hate/or a position that you will eventually hate. You don't want a repeat of Texas. Good luck!!
Oh wait. Didn't SQ want to go to Alaska? I've been gone a bit.
Hi all! I remember SQ saying that she was COMPLETELY MISERABLE in Houston.
I thought that was because she was longing for Syracuse the whole time? ???
I dunno, SQ, you tell us. The backstory is a little fuzzy for me.
Well, the main problem is, I can't find a job here. Now, true, it may turn around with the new year, I am keeping up that hope. I am also looking in Rochester and Buffalo. But still no luck. I would like to stay here, but if I can't find a job, what else can I do? But one thing is for sure, I will not return to Houston unless I have no other option! I think I will work as a full time cashier at Target before doing that! I hate Houston! My first choice is to stay here, but if there are no jobs I have to go where I find work. That is the story. Also, I am just thinking right now, considering my options. Nothing is set yet.
I don't have a baby either, but my first thought is to call ahead to daycare centers, and take him with you. If you can find a decent one, whats the longest he is even going to be there, a few hours? Also, maybe look for certified babysitters with references in the area who might be able to babysit him in the hotel, if you are staying in one. I know it must feel strange to leave him with a stranger in a strange city, but that seems like your best option.