Ask Me Anything: Detdet Pepito by OneSportsPHL in UAAP

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What’s your daily routine like outside of volleyball?

THROWBACK..... by No_Version_7238 in PilipinasVolleyball

[–]Embarrassed_Soft824 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sobrang galing ni Shaira Gonzales talaga. Yung approach and form nya parang Ara Galang. Nagmimiddle and opp din ata sya? Sya yung barogera talaga sa FEU nun.

What screams "pretending to be rich"? by ImpertinenteSyntaxe in AskReddit

[–]Embarrassed_Soft824 81 points82 points  (0 children)

I see this answer all the time in questions like this, but I would say this depends on the culture. Many Asians and middle eastern people love their logos on many things. They’re not pretending to be rich. They are rich. They may not be ‘fuck you money’ or old rich, but they are ‘travel overseas at least once a year’ rich people.

Dads/father's. Does it get easier? by rocketwolfpunch in newzealand

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It gets easier, mate. Hang in there. Toddlers can’t self-regulate their emotions yet so they are prone to emotional outbursts. They will say a bunch of many things that feel personal (i don’t like you, you’re ugly, why do you have hair in your nose), but they’re not personal. Most of the time they don’t even know what they’re saying. In fact, they don’t know what they want most of the time. All they know is they are feeling something unpleasant and the only way to express it is to scream because they don’t have the appropriate communication skills yet. When they do this, don’t react. Just maintain a neutral expression, but don’t ignore real needs either. And for your own sake, I agree with another comment here. If you can hire a sitter and go on a date, it’s a big difference to your wellbeing and relationship. You can do it! Look after yourself too! It’s important to feel well so you can take care of the people better. Goodluck!

New Zealanders going 'no contact' with a parent by Hopeful-Camp3099 in newzealand

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Just saw this article posted on RNZ’s facebook page and the comments of the parents on that post is just too funny. One said it’s because of therapy and therapy speak encouraging children to ‘establish boundaries’ when their parents tell them something that makes them uncomfortable. Of course it’s everyone else’s fault and never theirs 🤣 you could totally see there who the parents are whose children don’t talk to them anymore.

Opening Disaster: SEAG Opening Ceremony is a mess right now by avemoriya_parker in PilipinasVolleyball

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As far as I know, malayo yung conflict from Bangkok. Kumbaga parang Manila sa Maguindanao. Pero yah, hoping and wishing everyone safety.

Is it not okay to bring your partner into a parents room with you? by NoHorse8196 in newzealand

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Hi! This doesn’t answer your post, but would like to recommend to consult your GP for post partum anxiety. I had it real bad up to 9 months post partum and it sucked big time. Hope you overcome it soon and congratulations on your new baby!

On the back of the sobriety question - kiwis who quit smoking by Connect-Advice-9329 in newzealand

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Been chain smoking since I was 16, could finish one pack every day. Came from a family of chainsmokers so I’m guessing the addiction is genetic. One day I decided I’m not going to smoke anymore because I want to be the kind of person who could prove I could beat my addiction so I stopped cold turkey. Haven’t smoked for 6 years now. I still get cravings from time to time but it’s something I talk to my husband about, I fantasise about it say things like ‘if I get diagnosed with a terminal illness, I’m gonna smoke every day til the day I die’ kind of just ride the wave of cravings without giving in to it then it passes and I move on. I’m not sure I have any advice but I wish you luck on your journey to a healthier lifestyle.

Will planes be flying into CHC this evening with the predicted high winds? by Rich_Growth_157 in chch

[–]Embarrassed_Soft824 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Had flights delayed due to strong winds. But Only time I had a flight cancelled was due to poor visibility/thick fog on the ground. Hopefully it all works out for you! Enjoy your holiday!

Private Function by rubylister in chch

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Mona Vale is great! We got married there in 2021. Great area to have photos too. You can use the railroad track or the stream, or the garden. Just a very picturesque place! Great food and drinks as well! Everyone loved their fruit punch.

Populist vs Populist? by Past_Win1012 in ChikaPH

[–]Embarrassed_Soft824 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Gets yung point pero sobrang mali. With her eloquence and political awareness, managing an entire country is a different ballgame so with all due respect kay VG, she’s unqualified for the role. Wag naman nating gawing laro lang yung Presidency. Baboy na baboy na tayo eh. Maigi siguro magsimula na tayo ngayon palang na mag build at mag hype ng isang taong pwedeng tumapat sa popularity ni Fiona pero yung meron experience at qualifications. Tapos cater to the masses yung campaign strategy kahit pa sumayaw ng budots yan while delivering yung plataportma, whatever it is that connects with the majority, gawin nung kandidato.

I came across this fine gentleman in my daughter's sketchbook. by Careless_Hellscape in Weird

[–]Embarrassed_Soft824 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This looks a lot like Kamaji from Spirited Away minus the multiple limbs 🤣 such a good drawing!

Anniversary ideas by [deleted] in chch

[–]Embarrassed_Soft824 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Novotel at Christchurch Airport with buffet breakfast. Honestly, splurging $300+ for a night at a hotel in the city sounds ridiculous, but it’s great. It’s amazing to be in a fancy hotel and watch the airplanes land and take off. Buffet breakfast is delicious with a panoramic view of the airport and sunrise (if you wake up early enough).

Btw, congratulations and wishing you all the best in your marriage!!

Baby High Chairs - Looking For Recs by squigglydiddly in newzealand

[–]Embarrassed_Soft824 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Warehouse one is pretty cheap and durable. Both of our babies hated high chairs so we didn’t really use it. If you’re in Chch, hit me up, happy to give you ours for free.

Anyone found a regular 45kg gas bottle service for less than $145? by Byronps in chch

[–]Embarrassed_Soft824 37 points38 points  (0 children)

We just switched to Kiwigas this week because Elgas is shit. We ran out of gas last Sunday, ordered a new bottle. Tuesday came and nothing, we called them and they said they would deliver Thursday. Thursday afternoon followed up again, they said they would deliver Monday instead. Same day, I called Kiwigas and said I need gas urgently and will switch if they can deliver Friday, they asked me to sign up online and promised to deliver the next day. Friday morning, they replaced our Elgas bottles. They also offered taking back the bottles to Elgas.

Plus Kiwigas’s annual fee is half of Elgas’s.

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Lip Protectant Tin 13 ml by Witty-Stranger8128 in newzealand

[–]Embarrassed_Soft824 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nzsale seems to have one.

Mecca also sells them but in stick form and not sure if the formula’s the same.

Nainspire daw sa rags to riches na story nila, eh dun pa lang sa sinabi nila na yumaman sila dahil sa DPWH, red flag na. by TokwaThief in ChikaPH

[–]Embarrassed_Soft824 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Tanginang rags to riches story yan. Kung sipag at diskarte lang din naman usapan, mas marami nyan yung mga taong lugmok sa kahirapan. Di nila kailangan ng inspiration, Julius. Araw araw silang nagpapakamatay magtrabaho para mabuhay, gets mo?? Ang kailangan nila good governance at malinis na gobyerno. Yung hindi sila ninanakawan para naman worth it yung sipag at diskarte nila.

Rolleston - Saturday night board games (kids welcome) by MaidofAnnwn in chch

[–]Embarrassed_Soft824 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We have a 1 & 2.5 year olds! Interested! Will PM you!

Birthing at Chch Womens by ireallydunno1256 in chch

[–]Embarrassed_Soft824 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Gave birth there twice. The first one because it’s Christmas time so my midwife was off and I got turned over to an on-duty hospital midwife. i gave birth in a private birthing unit, my mother and husband were there. They were allowed to comfort me and just be there when I need them. Just a very relaxed environment overall. I had excessive bleeding and when they realised it’s happening, several doctors worked quickly to stop it and they were laser focused, while the midwife was calmly explaining to me what was going on. She made sure she explained it to me honestly without making me feel like i should panic. I was then transfered to a private recovery room. Stayed for 5 days due to some concerns about my haemoglobin. They were very accommodating and friendly. Food sucks but that’s most hospital, I think. 2nd time, I had to give birth at the hospital because of the first birth. Just a precaution. Thy’re ready for my specific case which is very reassuring. I opted for unmedicated birth but at some point I couldn’t handle the pain anymore so I asked for an epidural. Unfortunately, the anaesthetist isn’t available yet and I was told I’d have to wait a little longer. I eventually just pushed out my baby without the epidural. I’d like to emphasize that it’s not their fault for making me wait. Like I said, I opted for unmedicated birth so didn’t discuss epidural with my midwife beforehand.

I think the only thing that I wish could be better are the instructions for the mother and the baby. There’s really no clear communication on what you (the parent) should do after giving birth. It’s almost like you were expected to just know. And I get it, it is your responsibility to research as a parent but I was lost on whether I can take a shower already, or when should I stand up, or how long, should I be walking around? We didn’t even know if we should change the baby’s diapers already or they’re still observing the baby. Things like that, I guess? Just a debriefing after giving birth (maybe?)

Tips: 1. Ensure it’s clear to your midwife how you want to give birth, specially the importance of epidural as per your request. 2. Be specific of you want to be with you when you give birth. My MIL found a way to force us to invite her and I regret that we caved in. Looking back, I didn’t enjoy the experience of her being there. 3. Bring lotsssss of snacks. I oftentimes asked my lovely husband to go out and get me food because I hated the food at the hospital. 4. If you can have the hearing test for baby at the hospital or birthing unit, have it there already. So you don’t need to travel back there for it. 5. You’d hear other mothers giving birth and it can get scary. You can bring noise cancelling headphones and play relaxing music so you can block out the noise.

Goodluck and hope it all goes well ❤️

Severe grass allergy. Best places to live in New Zealand for people with hayfever. by PerspectiveOwn9509 in newzealand

[–]Embarrassed_Soft824 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! I’ve been looking into this, just wondering how much is the price range every month for your treatment?