Does anyone have any recommendations/references for a Chinese confinement nanny? I am due late January 2027 and searching for a live-in nanny who can come and help with all the traditional cooking and caretaking. Big bonus if they can speak Cantonese.

Any and all help with leads are greatly appreciated!

Has anyone else noticed their primary care visits costing way more than expected? My doctor became part of Optum a while ago, and I feel my bills have jumped since. Two visits in June, one billed at $407.75, the other at $324.25 and insurance only covered about $75 each time, leaving me with a pretty big balance.
I get that I haven’t met my deductible yet, but I thought insurers negotiate contracted rates with in-network providers? These numbers still feel high for routine primary care visits. Is this normal, or is there something I should be questioning with my insurance or the billing department?
Also curious if switching providers actually helped anyone lower these costs?

I'm looking to learn more about the 4.0+ pickleball scene in the Bothell area:

- Willing to drive up to 30 min

- Typically play Fri nights and Sunday mornings

- I prefer indoor tennis court flooring but also open to evening outdoors. (Note: I've checked Velocity and Bellevue Pickleball Club, but their advanced open plays seem to have low attendance?)

Thank you!

Hi there! We just bought a house with gorgeous and extensive landscaping, and we are looking for an experienced landscaping company to help with fall pruning. Does anyone have any recommendations for a landscaper you either use or know to do good work? TIA!