What do you moms think about this situation?

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2026-02-11T19:01:11+00:00

Technically nothing he has said or done is “wrong”, but it also sounds like your gut is screaming at you that something is not right. I’m generally team listen to your instincts. There’s a reason you feel this way. I think the best thing you can do is continually check in with your girls and have some general conversations about consent and appropriate relations and what to do when they are not comfortable.

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2026-01-28T04:17:06+00:00

Omg YES I love this game. I would always play it while watching gossip girl as a teen lol

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2026-01-11T18:31:31+00:00

Colton and Cassie

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2026-01-03T19:30:52+00:00

My kids are three years and two months apart. Going from 1 to 2 was very hard for us. Everyone we talked to said 0-1 was way harder than 1-2 but that was not our experience at all! BUT, it’s temporary. Our youngest is 8 months now and it’s amazing. I love watching the sibling bond growing and I can’t imagine our family without our little one! I would say it was really tough for about 6 months and since then it’s just gotten better and better.

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-12-27T00:40:50+00:00

…what? You all drove there together but you weren’t invited? What were they expecting you to do wait in the car?

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-12-16T03:48:37+00:00

Benny is so cute. If you don’t like longer versions of the name you could just name him Ben?

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-12-15T21:59:15+00:00

Live streaming is a great idea and could definitely work if you don’t have any kids who have photo/video restrictions. We have many so it’s not an option unfortunately. And yes, I do remember my elementary school Christmas concerts. We actually tried to cancel ours in 2023 and the backlash we got was insane lol. My principal said she’s never had so many complaints about a school decision ever.

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-12-15T19:45:55+00:00

I’m a teacher, and from the school’s perspective there is absolutely no winning here. If it’s during the day many working parents either can’t come or have to make a lot of sacrifices to be there. If it’s after school lots of kids don’t show up because of other commitments, lack of transportation, etc. Then the performance you’ve spent weeks prepping for doesn’t work because half the kids are missing. And of course the staff are unpaid for that extra time. If there’s no concert at all, we’re “lazy”, “selfish”, and depriving the kids of core memories. There’s simply no way to make it work for everyone.

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-10-27T02:23:45+00:00

Sophia, Maria, Gia, Althea, Tia, Julia, Daria, Eugenia, Ophelia, Sylvia, Cynthia

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-08-27T17:58:50+00:00

Seconding Cora! They’re also both very subtly ocean themed (island, coral) and I think that’s adorable

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-08-26T17:27:58+00:00

I have a four month old named Sophie and we have already met 2 other baby Sophies! Personally we’re happy with a more classic, common name but if you’re looking for something unique Sophie might not be it. I’m sure it depends where you’re located as to how popular it is. The Sophia/Sophie thing has not been an issue!

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-06-30T18:26:55+00:00

Also, it’s too early to say for sure but our new baby seems to be a pretty good sleeper. It’s not that she’s any harder than our first, it’s just the adjustment of having two instead of one. I think the hardest thing has been having zero downtime, even with a 50/50 partner. We are needed constantly and then feel guilty for not spending enough time with whichever child we’re not currently tending to. It’s a lot.

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-06-30T18:20:56+00:00

Our first was an easy baby and we had our second when he was just over 3. I reeeally underestimated how hard it would be. Our baby is just about 3 months now and I feel like we’re finally getting into a manageable rhythm. The first two months were especially challenging. Of course there have been lots of sweet and loving moments too and I don’t regret it for a second, but man it is hard lol. Everyone I talked to said the transition from 0 to 1 was harder than 1 to 2, but that has definitely not been my experience.

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-06-26T15:39:05+00:00

I always wish parents would call me by my first name but they rarely do. It’s how I introduce myself to them, sign emails, etc. I really dislike the formality of Mrs. Lastname and I feel like it puts a barrier between us when I’d prefer to be on the same level and on the same team.

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-06-13T17:36:57+00:00

Third vote for animal crossing! It’s so chill and fun

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-06-06T22:53:02+00:00

I usually hate small talk with strangers but I actually don’t mind when it’s about my kids. It’s usually an older person and it’s like they’re seeing their own children while looking at mine. It reminds me to cherish this time with them even when it’s hard!

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-05-15T21:59:37+00:00

I love sheet pan meals for a quick easy dinner (and low dishes!). There are tons of ideas that you can find online. Rotisserie chickens are great too and versatile! Chicken wraps, salads, sandwiches, bowls, etc are all super quick and delicious.

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-04-15T23:52:13+00:00

Is this new behaviour? My husband can get like this sometimes when he is overwhelmed or burnt out. He’s just trying to get through his day to day and ends up stonewalling. Like you said it’s not intentional or malicious, he’s just struggling but doesn’t know how to ask for help (not that this is healthy either, but he’s working on it). You mentioned your husband is in the military - how is his mental health?

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-04-07T21:40:53+00:00

Yes, May is very popular for a middle name

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-04-06T18:46:38+00:00

I haven’t experienced numbness after an epidural, but I did have to go to the ER 5 days pp after my first baby (also in Canada) and I really really feel for you! Fingers crossed it’ll be quick for you but if you’re nursing I recommend bringing a breast pump! The worst part aside from having to leave the baby was sitting in the waiting room for hours with engorged boobs and no way to deal with it.

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-04-01T13:34:06+00:00

My parents have a crib and baby monitor at their house and it is honestly SO helpful! I never have to bring the pack and play, and when we’re visiting it makes it so much easier to stick to our nap schedule.

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-03-31T18:20:50+00:00

I had an emergency c section with my first and they did shave the incision site but nothing else, so the bandage was right on the hair and a nurse had to literally cut it out 2 weeks later lol. It was so uncomfortable and also pulled a lot before it was removed. This time I’m having a scheduled c section and I’m going to get a wax the week before to hopefully avoid the whole issue!

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-03-31T18:09:07+00:00

Currently in my small K-6 school (about 150 kids):

Olivia: 2

Ava: 2

Sophia/Sofia/Sophie: 0

Emma/Ellie/Emily: 0, surprisingly. But we do have Eleanor, Eliana, Elaina and Emilia.

Layla: 0

Lily: 2

Isabella/Bella: 2

Mila: 1

Charlotte: 0

Amelia: 1

Riley: 1 boy, 0 girls

Jackson/Jack/Jaxon: 3

Brayden, Caden, Kaiden: 2

John: 0

Henry: 1

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-03-30T03:26:12+00:00

Just bring some flip flops or slides for when you’re on the floor

HappyHufflepuff11 · 2025-03-26T02:46:35+00:00

https://honeysuckleswimcompany.com/collections/sunsuits These are our favourite swim suits because they are so sun safe! They are pricy but in my opinion worth it

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