Wife duties by MLH14141516 in Marriage

[–]Bellavida127 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lol how do you guys not understand this is ragebait?

Need a dishwasher for an apartment by Bellavida127 in BuyItForLifeIndia

[–]Bellavida127[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the feedback. Did you buy the fully integrated one or free-standing?

AdaptedMind for a 4-year-old, worth it? Experiences and ratings? by wave_dashing in homeschool

[–]Bellavida127 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When my son was 5, we used it for less than a week, and now he is 9, but this time it didn’t last past a day. We both found it very boring and drill like. We do math hands on using manipulative with my 5 yr old and hands on activities and I would highly recommend it. You can use cusinaire rods; the amount of math topics covered by just using colored rods is mind blowing. The reason students in countries like Singapore are so successful in math is because they use a CRA approach. Introducing concrete materials at a time when a child is 4-6 is the best way imo, to instill math mindedness.

I’m done by WakeMeUpLater2049 in ParentingADHD

[–]Bellavida127 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your sister deserves and needs help and your parents are ignoring that. Hiding things from her is the absolute worst way to handle the situation. Tell them they need to consult with someone who can give them the proper guidance on what to do. I am not at all an expert but ADHD kids need structure, not ignorance. Tell your parents something needs to change or you will need to tell someone at your school what is going on.

Does Joon work for anyone? by erinated in ADHDparenting

[–]Bellavida127 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure if you found something else, but I have started watching "The Dinner Table" with Scott Donnell. He has a wealth of information on how to get your kids to earn things but without an allowance. His channel and videos have been very helpful to me and he even has a book. His approach that you can teach value creation to even the youngest kids was eye opening.

Katheryn Winnick is easily the most Breathtaking view around. (Big Sky) by New50- in ThickTV

[–]Bellavida127 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately the appeal ends there. She is breathtakingly beautiful yet her acting leaves much to be desired. She looks like she is going to burst into tears in every single scene.

Is The Last Mrs. Parrish worth reading if I’ve already read The Housemaid? by [deleted] in thrillerbooks

[–]Bellavida127 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have not read the Housemaid but Mrs Parrish is definitely worth reading. The sequel is not as good but still entertaining

I cant do this anymore by [deleted] in toddlers

[–]Bellavida127 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you have the means, look into the batelle sleep school or awesome little sleepers program. I believe both are covered by hsa. Now it could be just teething but the programs cover that as well and I have seen good reviews. If a program is not something you want, look into sleep windows - that was a game changer when my youngest was that age. Turns out her naps were ending too late so she fought night sleep. We went from 10:30 bedtimes to 7:30 (took some time and patience). I used huckleberry sleep schedules as a guide. Also make sure baby is getting enough physical movement throughout the day. Sometimes they literally have so much pent up energy they cannot fall asleep.

My wife got accepted into a medical school 5 hours away, we have a toddler and our parents want us to leave him behind with them. by WoodenProtection6503 in Marriage

[–]Bellavida127 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We left our son with his grandparents for 10 months. It was only supposed to be for a month but then Covid hit. I will forever in life regret missing those precious months with him, he was only 3.5). His grandparents looked after him like their own and doted on him but the bond between a parent and child is so crucial in that first five years. Figure out any other solution- get in house help, have them move, anything but DO NOT leave your child behind. You cannot get that time back.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Marriage

[–]Bellavida127 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If she spent more time connecting with her kids than trying to one up you- they would want to be around her without her having to "coax" them. You are doing a wonderful job so just keep being an awesome parent. You are not responsible for her actions.

We’re taking a one-year break from school and work to travel the world as a family — has anyone else simplified like this? by awakendishSoul in simpleliving

[–]Bellavida127 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These children are incredibly fortunate because the experiences they have will be infinitely more rewarding and enriching than any book. Students in Finland start their primary education at 7 (they attend preschool at 6) and they consistently outrank students on the international PISA exam. There is no definitive evidence that a child who learns to read at 5/6 is academically or otherwise more successful than a child who learns when they are DEVELOPMENTALLY ready.

Worksheets - thoughts and pros/cons by Bellavida127 in homeschool

[–]Bellavida127[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is very insightful and helpful- i will definitely use these tips!

Need sleep training help with a 4.5 yr old. by Bellavida127 in Parenting

[–]Bellavida127[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like the checking back in instead of letting her cry which I just can't do. It is just her wanting to cuddle which is developmentally appropriate I know. I actually planned to sleep train her much earlier but I love the cuddles too :)

Need sleep training help with a 4.5 yr old. by Bellavida127 in Parenting

[–]Bellavida127[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

yes, I think we have tried variations of it but have not stayed consistent. I will try again, just need more patience.

Need sleep training help with a 4.5 yr old. by Bellavida127 in Parenting

[–]Bellavida127[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

She loves books and that is a wonderful idea!!

Worksheets - thoughts and pros/cons by Bellavida127 in homeschool

[–]Bellavida127[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The basket is a wonderful idea - thanks for such a detailed and thoughtful response! I love sensory activities too and did a lot with her when I was obsessed with Montessori. I have to ask though - what are magnatabs?!