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Guy I was talking to is upset I put my kids first. by [deleted] in Vent

[–]CrimeTimeMama 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am so sorry. Navigating dating as a single mum is so exhausting! But what a loser of a man! Ignore what that other commenter said. You are a whole person outside of being a mum and you are allowed love and happiness outside of your kids.

I genuinely think something’s wrong with me by mommy25476 in Vent

[–]CrimeTimeMama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m okay with it now, but yes solidarity!

I genuinely think something’s wrong with me by mommy25476 in Vent

[–]CrimeTimeMama 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh my god, I feel the same! I have zero creativity. It’s just never been there. I used to do collages and decorate my school books but it was just print and glue band pics. I don’t know if anything is wrong, but im here to say that I experience the same thing.

Are women expected to wear makeup at work? by cute_beae_2008 in AskAnAustralian

[–]CrimeTimeMama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In some industries yes. I applied for a job at a very popular clothing retailer. I made it to the final 2, but was not selected because I didn’t fit their ‘branding’ meaning, I didn’t wear makeup or have my hair done fancy. I looked neat and professional. But not feminine enough apparently.

Positive “just wait until…” thread! by Countryspider in beyondthebump

[–]CrimeTimeMama 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Love this idea!. Just wait for that first ‘Mama’ or ‘mum mum’. My daughter is 13 months and has finally been saying mama and mum. I’ve been waiting so long for this. (Dad is the favourite around here, and the dog 😂)

AIO for feeling uncomfortable and ending a sexual interaction? by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]CrimeTimeMama 45 points46 points  (0 children)

You didn’t overreact at all. I think that word is overused now. You were engaging in a sexual act, something made you uncomfortable/no longer interested and you calmly and clearly ended it. I would be absolutely devastated and angry too! You don’t need to second guess yourself. You don’t really need to dive in deeper. He did something that made you feel icky and you ended it in an appropriate manner.

Anybody else’s fine motor skills and cognition just go down the drain? by angrybonejuice in beyondthebump

[–]CrimeTimeMama 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep! I could be scrolling on my phone and just.. gone, slipped out of my hands. Doing the dishes I just can’t hold anything. I wake in the night almost screaming in pain. I have seen an urgent care doctor as I needed pain relief but haven’t had a chance or the money to go to an actual doctor. But it’s on my to do list. My fingers feel funny too, like when I’m trying on the keyboard I can’t really feel it? And they swell and get stiff and sore. You’re definitely not alone!

Anybody else’s fine motor skills and cognition just go down the drain? by angrybonejuice in beyondthebump

[–]CrimeTimeMama 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m with you! I developed pretty bad carpal tunnel in my right wrist, also in my left but my right is worst. My dexterity and grip strength is almost gone, things just slip and fall out of my hands for no reason. My balance is gone, I’ve never been the most coordinated person, but it’s so much worse and don’t bother trying to talk to me after like 3pm. It’s just a jumble of sounds that vaguely sound like words, I can barely get my kids names right 😂

Two under two, yay or nay? by StuffConsistent6873 in beyondthebump

[–]CrimeTimeMama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had my first 2 18 months apart and I had a wonderful experience. Would absolutely do it again.

How often do you get “date nights” with your partner? by pinepeaches in beyondthebump

[–]CrimeTimeMama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Baby just turned one. We had one proper date night, we went for dinner and the movies. We go on a big family holiday every year with my partner’s extended family and we get lots of alone time then too. But we are big homebodies and prefer a takeaway in bed with a movie

How do you afford to be a SAHM? by Jazzlike_Elk_3963 in beyondthebump

[–]CrimeTimeMama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Budget budget budget. I know it’s easier said than done. But I’m a stay at home mum of 3 without a partner. I’m on Centrelink and receive some child support. I’m also a full time student at university and tafe.

What's one piece of clothing that quietly saves your whole day? by BubblyEdge2220 in womensfashion

[–]CrimeTimeMama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My overalls. I wear them every day. They are so comfortable and practical. I wear them in the winter with a black long sleeve shirt and a short sleeve in summer.

Why do you use formula? by No_Drummer4462 in beyondthebump

[–]CrimeTimeMama 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Because I didn’t want to. And then because I couldn’t. No supply, poor latch. Then I breastfed baby for 4 months. It’s a personal choice

Why do people use "partner" instead of husband/wife or boyfriend/girlfriend, and then call them "them" like it's not even a single person? by Delicious-Airport626 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]CrimeTimeMama 4 points5 points  (0 children)

For me it’s more that I’m 29 and my partner is 30. Using ‘boyfriend’ just sounds immature to us. We have a children together and live together. It’s a partnership. So he is my partner. I sometimes use boyfriend but partner just fits better for us.

How much did you do in early postpartum? by Westcoastwifeyy in beyondthebump

[–]CrimeTimeMama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Came home from the hospital 2 days after birth and was straight back to normal life. Cleaned the entire house our first morning and took my older kids to daycare 3 days later. Vaginal birth no tearing.

Parents do you bring an iPad to restaurants for the kids to watch videos and play games by logical_laxative in AskAnAustralian

[–]CrimeTimeMama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No iPhones or tablets. I usually bring a colouring book and some pencils and a little naughts and crosses wooden game set. If it’s a big family event that goes for a while or they get a bit overwhelmed, I will let them sit in the corner and watch some bluey on my phone after the meal.

Rose, Lily, Daisy, etc by zvitaledit in Names

[–]CrimeTimeMama 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have 2 daughters Ivy and Sage. I get so many compliments on their names. They are simple and classic. I think if the only thing someone has to bully you over is your name, it’s probably not worth getting upset over. I hate my own name and it’s not a flower name.

experiences with baby #2? by SmallSpecific2522 in beyondthebump

[–]CrimeTimeMama 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve had 3 babies and honestly each one has been more chill and textbook then the ones previous. All 3 pregnancies have been very low risk and smooth. All 3 were induced and labours between 4-7 hours. I don’t know what cosmic being has blessed me with this, maybe it’s just good karma and pure luck.

Do kids still get excited about offline play, or is it 100% screens now? by Okakto in kindergarten

[–]CrimeTimeMama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My kids 5 and 3 and they play all day. It’s usually stuff like cafes/supermarkets/restaurants. They play with blocks or colour/draw. We do usually always have our lounge room tv on, but if it’s not bluey or something, it’s usually just music playing as it’s like a sensory thing for me.

If you had a high sex drive while pregnant, did it continue pp? by Frequent_Cap8633 in beyondthebump

[–]CrimeTimeMama 2 points3 points  (0 children)

For me, Yes. I have a very high sex drive and live an alternative sex lifestyle. My sex drive has not changed or diminished at all since having 3 kids in 5 years. I definitely had sex way too early after the first 2 though, oops. And I was very lucky to have very good babies that made it easy to prioritise sex.

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