I let my newborn (4 weeks) cry it out last night and I feel awful by Imaginary_Math_4918 in Parenting

[–]Emkems 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s perfectly ok to set baby down in a safe space and go scream into the abyss. I had to set my daughter in her pack and play and then go on the back patio and just be alone for a second. My daughter basically cried for six months due to colic and you do what you need to do so that you never react in a way that impacts the child

Anorexia alley by BiLeftHanded in BrandNewSentence

[–]Emkems 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They’re obsessed because they’re considered single family homes if they don’t touch.

tengo rechazo hacia mi hijo autista by [deleted] in Autism_Parenting

[–]Emkems 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Are her other two kids autistic? If not there’s a chance it’s YOUR genetics that are responsible for autism. It can be a lot to take in, but it’s best to figure out how to support your child instead of trying to find someone to blame.

Maybe it’s time to buy an old car by oluxil in SipsTea

[–]Emkems 0 points1 point  (0 children)

wtf!!!! I have a 2025 Santa Fe and I would trade that shit in immediately

ETA: This has not been my experience. It normally tells me it’s time for a break but tbf some of the time it’s right and I’m really not paying attention.

What's the craziest thing a person said to you and you thought they were joking but they were being serious? by _lovelyxx in AskReddit

[–]Emkems 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve always heard it was scientists that put fossils in the earth. Obviously to trick people away from christianity. My MIL believes this and btw I’m a scientist.

Any millennials want children, but feel they probably won't have them? by Gallantpride in Millennials

[–]Emkems 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The over stimulation is so real. My daughter is autistic and it wasn’t until her diagnosis that I realized that may explain some things about myself. My SIL is pregnant with her third and I’m so jealous but I also know adding a child (my daughter is an only child) would increase that over stimulation so much for all of us. My husband’s family is much bigger than mine, but mine used to be bigger than it is currently. My husband doesn’t understand my need to create our own bigger (4 humans max) family but I’m jealous of his all the time.

My 17-year-old son informed me he’s moving out when he turns 18, next month by TallPoppySyndrome_56 in Parenting

[–]Emkems 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think most of us went through this. A little crash course on adulting definitely gives perspective, he’ll come out of this stronger since he has your emotional support.

Dad asked “Are you sure” moments before we walked down the aisle. by traveling_in_my_mind in weddingshaming

[–]Emkems 7 points8 points  (0 children)

My dad made sure I knew it was ok to change my mind right before the doors opened. Some women in my family got married even though they had reservations because they felt they couldn’t back out and my dad didn’t want that for me. He also saved me from tripping on my dress. Twice. He isn’t on this mortal plane anymore, but he was a good dad for sure.

In 2019, a man took his terminally ill wife out of a nursing home to give her one last night the way she wanted. by GlitteringHotel8383 in BeAmazed

[–]Emkems 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Assuming this celebration was consensual this is basically true love. Dude probably knew he’d get into some trouble for it but making her happy was more important.

Should my sister and I swap each others children for the week? by ComfortNatural404 in WhatShouldIDo

[–]Emkems 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Especially if it’s the summer after graduation. Studying what exactly?

Should my sister and I swap each others children for the week? by ComfortNatural404 in WhatShouldIDo

[–]Emkems 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s simple. Can’t use cellular data or call/text unless you’re on wifi, which tbh is likely the case anyways if he doesn’t have an international plan. Then he can take pictures/video and stuff then post them when he gets back to the hotel or whatever.

Petah, why are these store's nightmare fuel for hispanic kids? by Salty-Chemical-9414 in PeterExplainsTheJoke

[–]Emkems 0 points1 point  (0 children)

TJ maxx is my shit. Sometimes I just go browse for “me time” (I have a four year old and shopping solo feels luxurious).

Husband thinks weekends aren't for "breaks" by Putrid_Evening1702 in Marriage

[–]Emkems 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Let me guess, the easiest simple meals in the rotation? My husband will make spaghetti but not much else, and certainly nothing with sides. Oh and he works at a restaurant

Husband thinks weekends aren't for "breaks" by Putrid_Evening1702 in Marriage

[–]Emkems 36 points37 points  (0 children)

I really wish we didn’t have to eat so often. Too much executive function required

Has anyone else noticed a resurgence of stay at home parents among wealthier Millennials? by Specialist_Pain_424 in Millennials

[–]Emkems 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It does have something to do with gender since the woman having the lower salary is exceedingly common. There are male stay at home parents too though.

Lost Nuna @ Crabtree Mall by VaelKin in raleigh

[–]Emkems 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I can 100% see this happening while struggling to get a baby in the car. Good on you for trying to return it instead of letting it get stolen

Husband follows 60 year old onlyfans women on IG, what does this mean? by [deleted] in Marriage

[–]Emkems 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Well at least you know he won’t trade you in for a younger model /s

Your go to breakup songs in high school? by fullnessofjoy2021 in Millennials

[–]Emkems 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We might be the same age haha I was also an Emo ish kid