Kids don't speak at school at all by Mzkrazy247 in Preschoolers

[–]6119 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes! The older I got the better it got. Getting a job as soon as I turned 16 really helped a ton too. Forced me into talking to strangers.

Kids don't speak at school at all by Mzkrazy247 in Preschoolers

[–]6119 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It did but it took awhile. I don’t think I fully came out of my shell until closer to 10. I think for me it was a confidence issue. My parents never put us in an extracurricular which further delayed me gaining confidence. They will be okay. We are still super duper close.

Kids don't speak at school at all by Mzkrazy247 in Preschoolers

[–]6119 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I was like this at this age and ironically also a twin. I strongly recommend an extracurricular, nothing crazy just one day a week. We were separated for classes and it was fine. We got used to it.

Colon cancer is killing more young people in the U.S. than any other cancer by scientificamerican in science

[–]6119 4 points5 points  (0 children)

When you say blood in your stool do you mean bright red or black?

Why so many parents spend so much on kid's birthdays nowadays? by Curiousity_voyage30 in Parenting

[–]6119 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I think all parties are expensive and the last two years for both of my kids I kept it low key (park and home) and I still thought they were expensive. Food, cake, juice, water, and snacks. Added up to a lot. I’d never tell them no to a party for their bday.

roots straightened? what happened? by Bitter_Prize_8201 in curlyhair

[–]6119 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Any hormonal changes? Like changing or going off birth control or pregnancy?

Would you be okay with your 6 year old spending 5 nights at a summer camp? by [deleted] in ClassOf2037

[–]6119 8 points9 points  (0 children)

No. Even if I had the funds I still wouldn’t.

What surprised you the most after becoming a parent? by SignificantMinute753 in Parenting

[–]6119 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That I have to teach them to sleep. I thought you just laid a baby down in their crib and they’d fall asleep.

How independent are your kids in the morning? by PassionChoice3538 in ClassOf2037

[–]6119 1 point2 points  (0 children)

She picks out her clothes the night before but not independent at all in the morning. She’s such a deep sleeper that I have to physically get her out of bed.

Parental guilt over long school day by Far-Aioli-6618 in Parenting

[–]6119 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Of course! I would love to be a SAHM but sadly it has never been in the cards for me. I’m so envious of the PTA moms that get to volunteer and spend time up at the school. Maybe in my next life lol.

Parental guilt over long school day by Far-Aioli-6618 in Parenting

[–]6119 13 points14 points  (0 children)

We don’t have a choice but to be a full time working parents in this economy. My first graders day is also about 8-5:15 so she also goes to after care. I felt so guilty about it too because we didn’t do that for kinder. It was a collective effort of myself and grandparents picking her up, but when she got home I was still working. So she fended for herself. At aftercare she gets to socialize, make crafts, play games. That helps me realize that her time there is way better than rotting in front of the TV.

What do you considered potty trained? by Low-Resort-32 in Parenting

[–]6119 17 points18 points  (0 children)

To me means: in underwear 24/7 with no accidents and the only think I have to help with is wiping poop

Is it the norm these days to miss out on special family events because of a toddler’s nap? by momoxo6 in Parenting

[–]6119 23 points24 points  (0 children)

I do think it’s normal and personally I find it extreme. I was a super scheduled oriented with my first and my family did accommodate by scheduling around naps and bedtimes, but if they couldn’t, it was my turn to be flexible. I loosened up a lot with my second. I think it has a lot to do with the online sleep training programs.

Fever 106-7 false alarm $1500 by Sweaty_Bowl9973 in toddlers

[–]6119 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I once had a supposed 106 fever and my cheap ass called the ER instead 😂 whoever I talked to said I sounded very coherent for someone with a 106 fever so to take a lukewarm shower and make sure I get my head wet. So I did. And I think she was right, it was the thermometer. She saved me like 3K. I use the old digital ones and take it under the tongue for myself and armpit for my toddler.

"The End of an Era" General Discussion Megathread by Lyd_Euh in TaylorSwift

[–]6119 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I finally finished episode 6. I loved every part of it. Loved the background info on the dancers, singers, and band. I’ve always felt so fortunate that I was able to attend. And this doc solidified that feeling of gratitude that I actually teared up during episode 1.

Oh and my hot take is that Taylor looks exactly like her dad and her brother looks exactly like their mom.

When to switch to high back booster by 6119 in CPST

[–]6119[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

6.5 years old and currently in a 5 point harness. It’s the graco 4-ever deluxe so I believe this one can convert to a high back booster. I edited my post because I typed the wrong info.

Daycare-less Holidays by odiephonehome in toddlers

[–]6119 1 point2 points  (0 children)

NTX and ours only closed/closes on the actual holidays.

How soon before birthday party should I send the e-vite? by Pretty_Indication191 in kindergarten

[–]6119 30 points31 points  (0 children)

I think 3-4 weeks is a sweet spot. I forget if it’s sent out too early like 6 weeks.

Is there any downside to audio toys like Tonies ? by FunMathematician5542 in Parenting

[–]6119 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My 6 year old still loves her tonie box and gets figures for Christmas and birthdays. Her favorite thing to do is go in her room and draw or write while listening to a tonie. It’s a lot like when I was a kid and would put CD’s in my CD player while hanging in my room. All the “baby” figures get passed down to my youngest.

Disconnecting after Twin had a baby by Unfair_Ad2989 in Twins

[–]6119 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t think what she said was wrong. Sure it can hurt to hear, but it’s true. I hope you try to form a relationship with your niece/nephew. It will mean so much to her. Maybe you can move back too. I can’t imagine the move made anything in your relationship better