40% of mothers fake enthusiasm over Mothers Day presents

40% of mothers fake enthusiasm over Mothers Day presents40% of mothers fake enthusiasm over Mothers Day presentsWhen your Mom opens the gift you gave her on Mothers Day, the enthusiasm she gives you may be fake. According to a new survey conducted by e-commerce site Groupon, 40% of moms are faking their reaction to gifts they receive on Mothers Day.The 5 signs your mom is faking her love of the giftIf your mom says I really needed one of unterstellung, she may be faking it. Here are the top reactions mothers said they used to act out enthusiasm and mask disappointmentThank youAwwwI love itWow, this is great, thanksI really need one of theseGood luck on telling if your Mom is giving an Oscar-winning performance or not. Since these reactions are the same as the ones we give when we genuinely enjoy a present, it can be hard deciphering whats real or fake gratitude.Ladders is now on SmartNewsDownload the SmartNews app and add the Ladders channel to read the latest career news and advice wherever you go.To give ourselves a better chance of getting a genuine reaction of joy, many of us enlist help from our siblings. In the Groupon survey, 66% of Americans said they checked in with their siblings to see what they bought their mother, according to the Groupon survey. On average, respondents said they spent $75 on a gift for Mothers Day.If you are still scrambling on what to get your mother for the upcoming holiday, try scrapping the traditional flowers and giving her time away from her responsibilities as a parent.As Natalie Iovino-Schoenfeld, a mother of two, put it, Mothers Days can be a bust when the pressure is on the mother to make it special Im expected to share in all of the same responsibilities that I always do - when really, all I would like is a break from them for one day. Maybe not have to be the first one up to change a diaper, or be allowed to stay in bed for an extra hour, she said.

6 maternity leave myths people NEED to stop spreading

6 maternity leave myths people NEED to stop spreading6 maternity leave myths people NEED to stop spreadingAs an expecting mom, you have many things to consider, and a lot of advice thrown your way. Some of that advice may include what to expect during yourmaternityleave, and how to plan for it best. But as we all know, bedrngnis all advice is created equal.Lets take a look at 6 of the most common maternity leave myths and get to the truth of what every mom needs to know.1. Myth My maternity leave can berejected.Many working moms can feel a bitnervouswhen approaching their coach or HR specialist about maternity leave. But dontworry, its your right to take a maternity leave, and you have legal protections.Under the FamilyMedical LeaveAct (FMLA), eligible employees can take up to 12 weeks of job-protected leave. However, some of this will most likely be unpaid leave (make sure you know your companys paid maternity leave policy), so unfortunately, many working moms simply cant afford to take all 12 weeks. However, you can ask your employer if they would be open to shared parental leave that allows you to work from home.2. Myth My employer already has a plan.While the number of employers providing maternity leaves increased from 1 in 6 to1 in 3in 2018, your employer might not have a written policy. Sometimes, businesses dont even develop maternity leave or breastfeeding policies until they have their first expecting mother on the team. Plus, it takes time to develop and prepare these policies. Be sure to speak with your supervisor about your desire to take a maternity leave andbreast pumpat work a few months ahead of time to allow them to prepare.3. Myth Ill have to work during my maternity leave.This myth is completely false. Under theFMLA, you are not required to work during your maternity leave to allow for time to bond with your baby and physically recover from giving birth.However,Unpaid or short maternity leavesput working moms in an unfair position, forcing t hem to return to work before theyre physically and emotionally ready. It takes, on average, about six weeks to physically recover from giving birth. If youre faced with an unpaid maternity leave, plan ahead by accumulatingpaid time offand saving money to cover that additional time.4. Myth I wont want to return to work.Every mother is different, and whether you stay home or go back to work is a personal decision. If you are a mom who looks forward to returning to her career, do not feel guilty or compare yourself to other moms.5. Myth Ill be less productive when I return to work.Its perfectly normal to be nervous aboutreturning to workafter your baby has completely changed your life. You may feel some pressure to prove yourself, but you may also surprise yourself with newly discovered mom talents.Even though you may be sleep deprived and slightly emotional, as you adjust to work life, youll find that you have new timemanagement skills,productivity, focus, and more to effectively meet deadlines and take your career to the next level. Just dont overdo it, and take your time to avoid any extra stress in the beginning.6. Myth Talking to my employer about breastfeeding can wait.Its your right to breastfeed when you return to work, and you are covered under theFair Labor Standards Act(FLSA). The act states that employers must provide reasonable break time for mothers to express milk for their child up to one year after their birth, as well as provide a space, separate from a bathroom thats free from the intrusion of coworkers and the public for to purpose of expressing breastmilk. All employers are subject to the FLSA unless those with 50 or fewer employees can prove that adhering to these provisions would deutsche post ag undue hardship.Make sure to have the conversation about breastfeeding BEFORE you go on maternity leave. Waiting until you are back is too late. Do they have a plan for you to take breaks to breast pump? Is there a lactation room on site? Have you b een transparent about your needs? Some employers will proactively have this conversation. But if not, talk to your employer before you are out so there are no surprises when you get back.- Jennifer Jordan is the Director of Mom Baby atAeroflow Healthcare, a durable medical equipment provider that has provided breast pumps through insurance to hundreds of thousands of women. A working and once-breastfeeding mom,Jennifer along with her team is committed to supporting all moms on their breastfeeding journey through support, education, and exceptional customer service.A version of this post previously appeared onFairygodboss, the largest career community that helps women get the inside scoop on pay, corporate culture, benefits, and work flexibility. Founded in 2015, Fairygodboss offers company ratings, job listings, discussion boards, and career advice.

Army Training - MOS 11C, Indirect Fire Infantryman

Army Training - MOS 11C, Indirect Fire InfantrymanArmy Training - MOS 11C, Indirect Fire InfantrymanIndirect fire infantrymen in the Army are responsible for launching and firing mortars, the infantrys most powerful and long-ranging weapon. They are key members of infantry units, making sure combat operations go smoothly and safely. The Army categorizes this key job as military occupational specialty (MOS) 11C. Duties of Indirect Fire Infantrymen These soldiers have a long list of responsibilities both on and off the battlefield. They platzdeckchen up, load and fire mortars, scout enemy troop and weapons locations and communicate with commanding officers and other troops via radio. Indirect fire infantrymen also are responsible for firing and deploying and neutralizing and recovering mines. They engage in ground combat, both offensive and defensive, and use automatic weapons when called upon (its also up to them to clean and store most of the weaponry they operate). Training for M OS 11C These soldiers take whats known as One Station Unit or OSUT training, which combines their basic training (boot camp) and infantry training atFort Benning in Georgia for 13 weeks. They take an additional eight weeks of training in a course specifically designed for MOS 11C, which also takes place at Fort Benning. Most of the training for this job takes place in the field, and includes instruction in landmine warfare, anti-armor techniques, M203 grenade launcher, machine guns, military operations on urban terrain and squad tactical training. Soldiers in this course will not only learn the techniques they need for combat, but also will learn the self-discipline and physical readiness needed to serve as a productive members of an infantry unit. Qualifying for MOS 11C To be eligible for this Army job, youll need a xxx or higher on the xxx of the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) tests.