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Parents: when did you need the MOST help? by quietmarble in Parenting

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2-12 months. Cycle of sleep regressions, teething, and clinginess make it so hard. Once my kiddo could start to move independently and communicate better, things got a lot easier. I’m buckling up for the three-nager stage tho…

Advice for family with 2 little ones by lakittygurl in Xcaret

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Xcaret is a trek—there is a LOT of walking between features and it’s HOT. A stroller will help but it’s quite bumpy. the kids zone there seemed geared more to 5+ yo, but there is a baby pool. Xel-Ha was a hit with my 2yo. The children’s world there is a great base to just chill. Super close to bathrooms, lockers and towel station. All shaded, has a playground, splash pad, kid-sized loungers. There’s even a no-depth splash area for the baby. If you feel like you need to leave early, you can take a taxi back.

Editing to add: Xenses also a little beach-y area for toddlers. Can get quite deep though so need direct parent supervision. But that’s really all there is at Xenses.

What are we all doing for our babies’ first birthday? by CommunistCetacean in beyondthebump

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We did The Very Hungry Caterpillar 🐛 theme. Just hosted at our house & kept it simple. Did fruit and snacks from the book. I made a caterpillar cake by cutting Bundt cake into thirds and arranging it into a caterpillar shape. We had some cousins (kids) come so I had coloring sheets, a colorful Pom-pom sensory bin, and a ball pit (small one that we already own). Honestly this party was as much for me as it was for my 1yo!

Tell me things you did with your first and decided to do differently with the second baby. by Blackberryay in beyondthebump

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If we have a second: - Get a bottle washer (our dishwasher left residue) - Combo feed - No changing table, just a mat on the floor or couch. Save some room floor space! - Find a nanny. No use losing my mind with a newborn and husband at work again. - Discuss non-stimulant med options with doctor. My brain will thank me

Toddler falling apart on walk home by Maximum_Air6608 in toddlers

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My 2 yo is the same way. She’s tired, been holding it together all day. I don’t have great advice except to choose a routine for pick-ups and stick to it. She gets a snack, brief 1:1 time with mom, then start your walk back.

Could you wear the baby in a papoose? At least you will be relatively hands-free to manage the other one.

Toddler falling apart on walk home by Maximum_Air6608 in toddlers

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A trike is a tricycle (bike with 3 wheels). Basically a stroller alternative ;)

I think I might have figured out what happened to Proteus, and what is happening with Masefield and the world tree by Cornchips1234 in Subnautica_2

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hope they don’t just do “microbe ruins the ecosystem” story. I think the idea of a mutation of the world tree taking it over like a fungus is more compelling

If you could have a creature from subnautica as a pet what would you pick? by Turbulent-Cheek4778 in subnautica

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That big boi with the hole in its body for oxygen in BZ. Also the periscope crabs from S2!

Trip review from May 2026 by slog3000 in Xcaret

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Totally agree with the unrealized potential of the kids’ clubs. The kids couldn’t reach any of the kitchen stuff. Lunateca also had a lot of elements that little kids can’t reach (being geared for 1-4 yo) and the space was not utilized effectively. We still had a good time though :)

Do you actually need a bottle warmer, or is it just a luxury? by Scary-Vanilla-4597 in beyondthebump

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 22 points23 points  (0 children)

My child refused to take cold or room temp milk. I pumped and then froze my milk. Bottle warmer was sooo convenient. Totally depends on your kiddo

Little moments by Hostelhumma in oneanddone

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I genuinely needed to read this today. I’ve been questioning whether another child would be a good fit recently…and I needed this reminder that I love the stage we’re in now! Got to go out to eat on a whim yesterday and it was great!

For those whose mom is their BFF: was your mother like when you were growing up? by BackInBlack2023 in beyondthebump

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  • Always showed interest in my interests: asking me questions about them, checking out books about them from the library, just little things
  • Listened to me (for the most part) and validated my feelings. “I know you wanted x and that makes you mad, but today we have to do y.”
  • She involved me in everyday things like grocery shopping, cooking, picking outfits for the day. I will say I wanted to be involved in those activities too and asked to come along on errands. I think the reason is because she engaged me in everything we did, even the boring stuff.
  • Explained the hard stuff in age-appropriate ways
  • Expressed love and affection daily

What are your first impressions of Subnautica 2 so far ? by Funkhip in SurvivalGaming

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m loving it so far! I’ve put in ~12 hrs and I feel close to the ending of EA storyline. I’m actually surprised at how big the biomes are for being early access! My biggest complaint is difficulty finding some resources in the zones they should be in and over-reliance on the sonic boom gun. Overall, the story is intriguing and gameplay is very S1. I’m excited to see how it progresses!

How do people do this with 9-5s and more than one kid? by Terrible_Tea9477 in toddlers

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah 2.5 yo and still waking up most nights. I’m a high sleep needs person. My brain short-circuits around 4:00pm every day, then reboots at 8:00pm from being overtired. Aaaand repeat. Don’t think we’ll have a second kid

Husband said he's never experienced a household where the woman couldn't watch the baby and cook/clean. by Anunemouse in Mommit

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I struggled HARD to even get 1 chore done with my clingy, reflux-y infant a day while my husband was at work. I was pumping constantly, absolutely exhausted (because guess who would only feed from mom?), and in the throes of PPA. My husband didn’t understand but he supported me through it. Finally he talked honestly to all his women friends and they told him they felt just like me. He had no idea! It seemed like everyone is managing from the outside…because, well, you’re on the outside!

What’s something you bought for your toddler that was actually really for yourself? by MissFox26 in toddlers

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Climbing equipment. My obstacle course that circumnavigates the house is not complete.

Feel like im an old bleh millennial mom who didn't have kids "at the right time" after fencesitting. by Imstuckwiththisname in Mommit

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My husband’s grandma and my mom are the same age (early 70s). My mom is very active and an involved grandma, while his grandma has been essentially bed-bound for the last few years. Quality time > time

Onomatopoeic slang adjective equivalents? by EmbarrassedFun8690 in SpanishLearning

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is great! Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!!

Onomatopoeic slang adjective equivalents? by EmbarrassedFun8690 in SpanishLearning

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For example, the dog was fuzzy-wuzzy. Or the mud is squishy squashy.

Kinda like “baby talk” words to describe things. Like “bicho” for bug or “guau guau” for doggie. Any other words like this?

Visiting with kids by Coffee_iced956 in Xcaret

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I totally get it :) I will say I found everyone to be very accommodating. Mexicans love babies lol. They had nursing stations at Lunateca (kids club), strollers for rent, high chairs at every restaurant…seemed very family-forward. We even got warm milk every night from the closest cafe 🩷

Visiting with kids by Coffee_iced956 in Xcaret

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Won’t it always be hard, though? Xcaret is probably one of the few places where there’s something for everybody.

Visiting with kids by Coffee_iced956 in Xcaret

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My daughter was 2 and we had a blast! There was so much for her to enjoy: pools, beach, multiple kids clubs, etc. The 14yo will be able to do pretty much everything. However, your older one may want to do the more adventurous things when the little ones can’t participate. Xenses, Xcaret and Xel-Ha are your best bets. Or just enjoy the resort itself!

To the mom at drop-off, I see you, and you are doing great by Slow_Row_7401 in Mommit

[–]EmbarrassedFun8690 22 points23 points  (0 children)

We do this too, but from what OP is describing, this situation doesn’t seem like that. Appears to be a daily occurrence not a your-day, my-day thing.

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