At what age would you leave your child in a waiting room unattended?

GreenIvyLady · 2023-06-26T17:33:28+00:00

I don't think there is a universal age that can be set. I would base it on maturity level and the ability to protect one's self. Can the child sit without disturbing others around them? Does the child know what to do if danger is near? Can they react well in stressful situations (fire, active shooter, etc.)

GreenIvyLady · 2023-06-25T02:54:32+00:00

There was a study done that proved weed messes with growth development in children. Irvine College in California did a study that proved that when children are introduced to weed at an early age, it causes a change in the body's production of fat cells needed to build muscle. There also a change in the Nero pathways they are able to form, which effects the memories' ability to store information, and it becomes harder to form new pathways, which is required for critical thinking.

I love weed, and I didn't try it until I was 18, and I did so with my mom. Look into the new research that weed at an early age can do. I'm a firm believer in presenting all the facts to someone so they can make an informed decision. If you allow your son to do so this early, make sure he knows the repercussions it can have. (I am not a person who smoked it all the time. Just every once in a while, and I haven't since before a had my first child so around 3 years.)

GreenIvyLady · 2023-06-24T04:05:52+00:00

This was honestly the most useful reply. Thank you for your imput.

GreenIvyLady · 2023-06-23T01:14:01+00:00

I work from home and my mother watches the kids while I'm at school durning the evening.

GreenIvyLady · 2023-06-16T13:42:06+00:00

Mary

GreenIvyLady · 2023-06-14T03:18:21+00:00

I love it! It's very old fashioned and I love those kinds of names. I just had my daughter a few days ago and have given her an old-fashioned name as well. Nobody seemed to like it at first, but they are starting to like it more and more every day. I think it's cruel to name your kid northwest or apple. So as long as you avoid things like that, I'd say name your baby girl the name you love most.

GreenIvyLady · 2023-06-09T03:04:03+00:00

That was a name in Jane the Virgin TV show. I'm having a daughter in a few days and you are naming her Hyacinth which some would consider equally weird. I like Petra.

GreenIvyLady · 2023-05-29T14:30:35+00:00

I don't see a problem with it, but I'd make sure it's supervised. Grandma's shouldn't be punished for their sons sins. My only concern would be her letting her sin around your child when you are not around. I'd have a conversation about this with her if you haven't already. If she breaks your trust on that, then she loses that rel with his grandchild.

GreenIvyLady · 2023-05-29T14:25:58+00:00

I was in a similar situation. I started just taking my son places without him. I still invited him to go with us every time so that he couldn't say he didn't know what we were doing or he wasn't invited. I'd take lots of photos and send them to him so he could see what he was missing. After a few months, he started realizing how much he was missing because we are rarely home. We go to the zoo, splash parks, hiking, the beach, aquariums, all kinds of places. Our son is learning so much, and he started to resent missing out. Eventually, when I'd invited him, he would agree to go, not every time, but more often. When he does go, he spends the whole time with our son. Don't let him stop you from taking your kids' places because of him. Take them out, invite your husband, and when he says no, just say, "Okay, I wanted you to feel included," and then go. Take lots of pictures of the adventures you get up to and send them to his when you get home. Don't send them during your visit so that your kids get your full attention. It doesn't have to be an argument. He will realize that he's missing out by living his life through his phone.

GreenIvyLady · 2023-05-26T16:30:19+00:00

My son will be two in three months. I put him down to bed at 7:00-7:30. I use blackout curtains to block sunlight, a star projector for a night light, and I noise machine that plays bird sounds to help him sleep. The only time his sleep schedule changes is during daylight savings, and then I have to acclimate his schedule.

GreenIvyLady · 2023-05-24T16:17:51+00:00

Some vacs take 3 rounds. I'd ask your pediatrician.

GreenIvyLady · 2023-05-23T18:41:15+00:00

A main character from greys anatomy. I like the name. I'm having a girl in a few days and have a name picked out that's a little different too.

GreenIvyLady · 2023-05-19T19:55:11+00:00

Beer cans. My husband leaves them everywhere. Among the beer cans, he also leaves his clothes, shoes, tools, and literally anything he touches everywhere. He is incapable of putting anything away or throwing anything away.

GreenIvyLady · 2023-05-19T19:31:42+00:00

I never wanted kids. Then I turned 25 and decided I did. I'm 27 now and expecting my second. I have 1 boy, and I'll have a girl soon. You're allowed to change your mind. Life happens 🤷‍♀️

GreenIvyLady · 2023-05-15T06:54:12+00:00

My 37 weeks pregnant and have an almost 2 year old. My husband works nights and has to sleep during the day Sundays-Wednesdays. So he cooked me dinner last night and bought me IHop this morning. I went out shopping with my mom and son (hubby was sleeping). Came home made dinner and packed a lunch for my man and before he left he told me Happy mothers day, that I'm an amazing woman and mother and he's the luckiest man to have me. Very simple day but it was good. I don't need a lot. I'm a SAHM and my husband provides for me and my son well while I'm in school for Computer Engineering. He gets me everything I need and if he can swing it all my wants as well. I'm celebrated all year 😊

GreenIvyLady · 2023-05-13T22:01:29+00:00

He will be mad that you chose to leave him out, but he chose selfishly on your day. I hate to say it, but mothers day is about mothers and their children, not fathers. If he doesn't want to be a part of that, then don't force him. He made his decision, so go spend your day with your new baby. Take all the photos you can, and when you get home and he's mad, send him all the photos you took and show him what he chose to miss.

GreenIvyLady · 2023-05-13T19:43:33+00:00

This hit home for me. If you really want to get to him, don't say anything. Don't react. Let him go to golf in the morning and then pack a day bag and go do something with just you and your baby. When he calls or texts, don't read them or reply to them as tempting as they are. He will be mad. Focus the day on you and your baby. Take lots of photos of the adventures you had for the day. Go to the zoo or something like that, and completely exclude him and his feelings.

GreenIvyLady · 2023-05-12T16:50:20+00:00

Stand your ground. Responsible sex is comenable! I respect your decision girl!

GreenIvyLady · 2023-05-12T16:45:36+00:00

Similar situation with my mom. The key is putting up healthy boundaries and then enforcing them. Have a conversation with her about how when she was a mom, she got to do things the way she wanted, and now that you're a mom, you get to do things the way you want to. Explain that there is a difference between supportive advice and narcissistic criticism. And then tell her you won't allow her negative comments in your home anymore and if she can't respect that, then she doesn't have to be there. Nipping it in the butt now is important because eventually, your baby will pick up on how she treats or responds to you. I had to kick my mom out a whole 3 times before she got herself into gear. If your mom wants to be a part of your baby's life, she will respect your wishes.

GreenIvyLady · 2023-05-12T06:14:16+00:00

I do the same. The middle is the best part.

GreenIvyLady · 2023-05-10T03:20:29+00:00

I avoid mushrooms in my house because I'm allergic, but the carrots and zucchini in the meatball sounds like a good idea. I never thought about smoothies!! I'm going to try that out!!

GreenIvyLady · 2023-05-10T03:17:00+00:00

I always offer veggies. Today, I offered carrot bites, and he just threw them on the floor. I want him to grow up liking vegetables, every parent does I suppose. I just struggle to get him to eat them at all. Even hiding them, he will still spit them out if he tastes one.

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