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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I've been applying to smaller firms where I think I'd be happier but haven't gotten an offer in the range of what I could accept. I'm deeply dreading going back tomorrow. I hate my firm, it's a terrible fit. I didn't come close to hours last year, so I am sure the dissatisfaction is mutual. Also, I'm pregnant, so it's not a great time for job hunting. Would really appreciate some words of wisdom. [/quote]

If you are stressed out while pregnant, you should go on leave or switch jobs even if it pays less, before your baby is affected by the stress.  I went on leave at 4 months from a stressful job, no regrets and my DC was born healthy.  I was afraid of neuro problems from the stress.[/quote]

I'm not aware of any research that supports the idea that stressed but wealthy women have kids with neuro issues. All I've seen was also associated with being low income. [/quote]

+1.  The stress studies are of women in like war zones.

Also, based on subsequent posts, it seems like OP was just having a bit of a vent/pity party.  She only billed 1000-1200 hours last year.  How actually stressful can her job actually be?![/quote]

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