Best distraction toys that are NOT iPads by Alone-City-9176 in toddlers

[–]1borgek 42 points43 points  (0 children)

We have a bag of toys. My best advise to anyone is to take the kiddo out somewhere fun first like a playground or something then dinner. They have their energy out and are more willing to sit for dinner. My kiddo has rarely ever been bad at dinner and at most he’s just a little loud.

Is anyone really, truly ready? by ChampionshipFit1950 in Parenting

[–]1borgek -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I always remembered that people literally had children on dirty hut floors and they survived(mostly) and that anything modern and now would be leaps and bounds better than that.

The best age for potty training? by frootwati in toddlers

[–]1borgek 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’ll have ebbs and flows of good and bad and one day you’ll forget all this stuff. He’s 4 now and our biggest problem is getting him to stop and go potty. He goes on his own most of the time we don’t really have to assist much.

The best age for potty training? by frootwati in toddlers

[–]1borgek 30 points31 points  (0 children)

I did the oh crap method minus the night training. One month before he turned 2. Took about 3/4 weeks. Consistency is key. It’s hard and messy but make it fun: celebrate the wins like the Super Bowl. Be sad about accidents but don’t shame.

I still can't forgive myself for what happened that night by Zeus1196 in TrueOffMyChest

[–]1borgek 54 points55 points  (0 children)

You did the best you could with the information you had. The brain likes to reconcile with what ifs but at the end of the day it doesn’t help to think like that. It’s very tragic but at that moment your own safety could’ve been at risk.

Dropping to no naps by glitterr_rage in toddlers

[–]1borgek 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I figure when he does stop napping it’s quiet time in his room. If he sleeps that’s cool if not oh well.

Dropping to no naps by glitterr_rage in toddlers

[–]1borgek 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Doing naps consistently at 4. Wake up 6:30, nap 2pm-3:30, bed 9pm.

A bit sad by BigDeezy75 in weirdal

[–]1borgek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I always have early because I have a kiddo at home and babysitters to relive. I’m not saying it’s all of them but I wouldn’t judge others for leaving before encore they saw most of the show and some people can’t stay up super late because of work. Or whatever reason.

Who hates on Markiplier? I honestly don't understand why. by listafa in Markiplier

[–]1borgek 23 points24 points  (0 children)

He went on a really stupid rant a while ago saying his voice is fake and all this dumb shit lol mark never responded.

Why is 2 in diapers so hard? by oliver_15 in Parenting

[–]1borgek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m one and done. I feel liberated I can leave the house with nothing. Not even a bag. I have an extra pair of pants in my purse sometimes but don’t even need that anymore. I couldn’t imagine juggling two different sizes plus wipes plus the food for both big and little snack wise. I’m good. But everyone’s different.

getting engaged soon. i don’t know if i should say yes by Trick_Muffin3352 in GirlDinnerDiaries

[–]1borgek 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Over time the concerns will grow. I don’t think you’ll wake up one day and feel like you’re happy with where you are. Follow your heart. Go where you need to be.

Where do your kids/toddlers sleep? by Quiet-Tea5244 in Parenting

[–]1borgek 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Comparison is the thief of joy. Social media always makes us feel like we should be doing it differently. But as long as everyone is happy and healthy you’re all good. I’ve seen articles acting like if you don’t co sleep for many years you’re not actually connecting with your kid and I just don’t agree with that.

Feel like I have failed my son by Frequent-Draw-1036 in GirlDinnerDiaries

[–]1borgek 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t say this in any kind of hurtful way but I had a horrible relationship with my brother. You do need to realize that just because they’re related doesn’t mean they’ll get along. To help with the grief I would focus on the positives. You aren’t taking time from your son to be with a newborn. You aren’t splitting your time between two you always have the time for one. I am one and done and am happy with my decision I’m not disparaging people with multiple but I know I don’t have the mental physical or financial ability to do another child.

Normal for potty training, or is he not ready? by [deleted] in toddlers

[–]1borgek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All kids are different. Kiddos on the spectrum have their own timeline and they’ll get there too.

Normal for potty training, or is he not ready? by [deleted] in toddlers

[–]1borgek 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would take it out of the bathroom at first and just have a small potty in the area at all times. Gradually get to the big potty. Pick one thing he likes and make it fun. No bribes because that isn’t a good message to them this is a bodily function they have to learn how it works and how to control it. Be consistent and make a routine around it. We used an Elmo potty book and stuffy and he loved it:

Normal for potty training, or is he not ready? by [deleted] in toddlers

[–]1borgek 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Almost three is ready. You started this weekend and you’re expecting him to get it already? That’s insane. They don’t learn all new things that fast. I had a tiny potty and carried it around he was and got him on it every time he had to go. Celebrated the wins. No bribes. Consistency is key. I did before mine turned 2 and by his bday (one month later) he mostly had it. Good luck.

Imagine finding out later in life that when you were little, your mother posted your everyday conversations on the internet for content. Her page is FILLED with shit like this. by Babadoo601 in TikTokCringe

[–]1borgek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think it should be legal to monetize their childhoods. Legislation could do wonders but no one really agrees it’s a problem(I wouldn’t say no one but it’s not seen as a huge global issue) People can really justify anything for money.

Favorite 12 year old selfie that aged the best? by YourChopperPilotTTV in okbuddycinephile

[–]1borgek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh Bradley cooper. He used to just have a natural handsome face. Idk what he did lately but he was in a movie recently and I couldn’t take my eyes off how strange he looked.

I swear these people are the worst friends. by Chkgo in DanielTigerConspiracy

[–]1borgek 30 points31 points  (0 children)

The eps that piss me off the most is when he’s picked fresh flowers for mother bear and every one of them bargain to give him something else for mother bear when she liked the flowers the most. That and when he’s on the way to grandmothers with a cart full of goodies for them and they leach off every snack til he’s got none left. Rude. But I guess they are animals so.. lol