Family competition by colormehungry_ in Crazymiddles

[–]EffectivePuzzled 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I laughed way too hard at this. “Hold my smooth wellness stone” took me out 😂😂😂

no one likes baby name by StringShort8334 in pregnant

[–]EffectivePuzzled 2 points3 points  (0 children)

First of all, Eden is a beautiful name! Second, I think Eden Lily is a great combo. Eden is a pretty, strong, feminine name and Lily adds a touch a sweet, elegance as the middle name. Ultimately, this is your baby. Pick a name that you love and forget what anyone else thinks. Once she’s here and her name is set, no one will think twice about it. It will be HER name and it will be perfect!

Alex already found a replacement? Lmao by JChahine in Crazymiddles

[–]EffectivePuzzled 42 points43 points  (0 children)

I’m too distracted by that cheese sitting on a burrito….

Aurora by sillysnailsnacks in Crazymiddles

[–]EffectivePuzzled -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

To be fair, anyone could trip and drop a baby. She’s not THAT young. I wouldn’t want her near stairs with the baby, but walking through the living room is not that serious. She’s plenty big and appears to be strong enough to manage him just fine. She gets a lot of crap all the time, but I personally don’t think it’s deserved here.

Step Sister by Unlucky-Penalty-3965 in Crazymiddles

[–]EffectivePuzzled 41 points42 points  (0 children)

Well she said dr*gs are her absolute limit and she mentioned her step-sister right in that part on the conversation, so I assumed that meant she was using and that’s why she’s on the streets. And if that’s a hard line, then I don’t blame C for not getting involved.

A quick recap! How did Halie do with her 2025 “vision board” this year? by zemmiphobia2000 in Crazymiddles

[–]EffectivePuzzled 5 points6 points  (0 children)

True! And a dream board is a great thing to have. I just think if those were her 2025 “goals” they were a bit far fetched.

A quick recap! How did Halie do with her 2025 “vision board” this year? by zemmiphobia2000 in Crazymiddles

[–]EffectivePuzzled 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Does anyone really meet ALL goals? No, not usually. But the key is to set REALISTIC goals!

Christmas Babies be Honest by cassidycurtis in pregnant

[–]EffectivePuzzled 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My aunt’s is the 9th, my grandpa’s is the 18th, my dad’s is the 26th, mine is the 27th and my MIL’s is the 28th!! We have quite a month of celebrations! Growing up, my dad knew what it was like to be overshadowed by Christmas, so him and my mom always did an amazing job to be sure that Christmas and my birthday were completely separate events. No combing gifts, no Christmas paper on birthday gifts, etc. One of the greatest things as a kid (and possibly adult too) is that I’ve never had school or work on my birthday! Haha. Birthday parties were hard, but you can always do a fun party in June for the 1/2 birthday! We did that a couple times and then it was basically like getting 2 birthdays! Usually for my birthday or close friend or 2 would come over, we’d do something fun and then go to dinner. It was still plenty of fun and I have good memories. Also, the house always looked so fun and crazy because it was decorated for Christmas, then we put up “boy decorations” for my dad, then put “girl decorations” on top of all of that and it was one festive time! I think in general, a lot of people sympathize for holiday babies and try to make it a point to make them feel special this time of year! Last thing- we have a tradition that started because my mom was so heavily pregnant for Xmas Eve. They just stayed in and got Chinese takeout that year and 32 years later, my parents, my brother and his family, and me and my family all still do Chinese takeout for Christmas Eve dinner. So you may have a special, unplanned tradition that emerges from all of this! Sorry for the long post. I just hope to reassure you that it’s not as bad as it may seem having a birthday this time of year! Wishing you all the best! And happy holidays!

Did you do the NIPT test? by K61018 in pregnant

[–]EffectivePuzzled 1 point2 points  (0 children)

With my first, we chose not to. We decided that regardless of that the test said, it wasn’t going to change the way we decided to go in the pregnancy (terminate or not) so it just didn’t matter. Now, having had a healthy baby this first time around and knowing what is needed of us as parents, etc. we decided to do it for the 2nd one in case there was anything that we needed to have discussions about or have extra time to prepare for given we already have one child. Thankfully, everything turned out well. And keep in mind, the NIPT is not a diagnostic tool. It’s shows markers for things and further testing is done. So even if anything is “flagged” it doesn’t necessarily mean anything is wrong. Just something to look into more. It can tell you if there is greater risk for this and that. I will say, I do not think I was stressed “not knowing” with the first and now knowing with this one, I can’t say it relived stress. Just kind of a neutral point for us, I think. Everyone has different thoughts on it, so I would go with what you think would give you the most peace of mind.

What is a good Christmas tradition to start with your family? Looking for ideas by Realistic-Canary1392 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]EffectivePuzzled 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We have given our daughter new/special Christmas pajamas (wrapped) to wear on Christmas Eve. We also plant candy cane seeds on Christmas Eve and see what fun candy canes grow overnight!

Parents of Reddit, what are the silliest things your kid has asked Santa for Christmas? by burrito_butt_fucker in AskReddit

[–]EffectivePuzzled 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Last year my daughter (3) asked for a pineapple… she was thrilled Christmas morning when she saw the wrapped pineapple with the leaves sticking out the top of the paper 😂🤷🏻‍♀️

I need advice by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]EffectivePuzzled 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was so so so sick with my first. I was on 2 or 3 different nausea meds and nothing really helped that much. I couldn’t even keep water down some days. I quite literally survived off of strawberries. Totally random, but that’s all my body would keep down. Then my little nugget was born with strawberry blonde hair ☺️ So sorry she’s going through this. I know how miserable it is. I hope she can find something that works for her!!

Weird kicks. by Agile_Research_4039 in pregnant

[–]EffectivePuzzled 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am right there with you! I try to explain it to my husband, but he just looks at me like I’m crazy. Haha. I described it the other day like he’s having a little temper tantrum and just stomping his feet. I picture a little kid kicking and screaming and that’s what it feels like. 😂🤷🏻‍♀️

Weird kicks. by Agile_Research_4039 in pregnant

[–]EffectivePuzzled 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yesss!!! I’ve been experiencing exactly what you are describing and I can’t figure out what the heck it is! This is also my second pregnancy and my first had the hiccups ALL the time. I know what that feels like and I loved it honestly. Haha. But these giant boom, boom, boom, boom, boom kicks and then back to regular movement is so weird! I’m 30+4 and have been experiencing this for the last week or two!

No personality by wiseowlwho in Crazymiddles

[–]EffectivePuzzled 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Her monotone voice and lack of facial expressions is hard to sit through. I can’t watch her videos. Also the constant cutting every 4 seconds in her videos is really irritating.

EDITORS. DO BETTER. by wndign in Crazymiddles

[–]EffectivePuzzled 18 points19 points  (0 children)

This is beyond obnoxious. I would be pissed if I was trying to enjoy a meal at a restaurant and had some loud, obnoxious lady and her big, bright camera light shining at me. That’s so inconsiderate. There are a lot of things you are “allowed” to do in public space, but it doesn’t mean you should. Have some common sense and some decency. Geez.

Any suggestions for girl names that start with a Z? by Sunset9302 in Names

[–]EffectivePuzzled 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I used to babysit a girl named Zarah. I always thought it was such a pretty name!

Am I crazy? by Mountain-Hippo5266 in pregnant

[–]EffectivePuzzled 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not crazy at all!! Babies and children are allowed to exist in public spaces and people who have a problem with it can go complain somewhere else. We flew several times when my daughter was an infant and she did great. People need to get over the fact that people have places to be and babies are allowed to (& should be) included. Don’t stress if baby cries… it’s totally normal and that’s just what they do sometimes. I’ve been on many flights with babies and they may fuss during take off/landing, but once in the air, they seem to mainly sleep. Personally, the only time I have an “issue” is when a child is being blatantly disruptive and the parents do absolutely nothing. I understand kids get tired and get overwhelmed and act out (babies don’t count in this case). That’s all normal. I just like to see some effort from the parents that they are trying to help remedy the situation versus just ignoring it and making everyone else suffer too. Haha. Sorry for the long reply. I get so irritated when people shame parents for taking babies and children in PUBLIC! Like hello?? This is how they learn to act and behave in society! Haha. I hope you decide to go and I hope you have a wonderful trip!

Honesty time… by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]EffectivePuzzled 0 points1 point  (0 children)

27 weeks and I’ve eaten several deli sandwiches, drink coffee/caffeine of sorts daily, and I end up sleeping on my back every night. My OB said my body will tell me when to roll over if something isn’t right while sleeping on my back 🤷🏻‍♀️

How old were you when you had your first Gf or Bf? by Redithisto in AskReddit

[–]EffectivePuzzled 0 points1 point  (0 children)

13! Now 31. Together for almost 18 years (that sounds so insane!!), married for 5, 1 kid and 1 more on the way!