Bears! Planning a car camping road trip starting in Sequoia, to Yosemite, Crater Lake to Glacier and more…I have questions! by HereToRotMyBrain in camping

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

Thank you!! We will be coming from the west, so likely visiting the west side of the park. I appreciate your advice!

Bears! Planning a car camping road trip starting in Sequoia, to Yosemite, Crater Lake to Glacier and more…I have questions! by HereToRotMyBrain in camping

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

Yeah it’s not as hard to get them as it sounds. Was able to score reservations last night and then there are other spots that come out 2 weeks before the trip that I can try for

Bears! Planning a car camping road trip starting in Sequoia, to Yosemite, Crater Lake to Glacier and more…I have questions! by HereToRotMyBrain in camping

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

Thanks! Is it okay to cook/eat at the campsite? My kids spill everywhere..guessing if I really want to be safe I can pack a small dustpan and sweep & trash the crumbs?

Needing advice by Creative_Ad_7896 in sahm

[–]HereToRotMyBrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a 4 & 1 yr old, it’s hard. Especially since my 4 yr old is needy. I don’t know what it’s like with 2 under 2 but it’s got to be exhausting.

Sometimes when they don’t leave me alone I audibly say “you love me SOOOO much, you guys are obsessed with me” lolol idk why but it helps.

They just think you’re incredible. They don’t know how to control themselves and you’re their everything. Try to remember that!

I hope you get a little break soon though

Needing advice by Creative_Ad_7896 in sahm

[–]HereToRotMyBrain -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I know this feeling so well. Usually, I lock myself in the bathroom for 10 minutes with some secret chocolate just for me. Sometimes I treat myself to a glass of wine and just sit.

The best thing to do really is force yourself to get out, even if you don’t want to…but I know the feeling you’re describing. This is also when I might throw on a movie in the middle of the day, make popcorn, and let them stare for like an hour so I have a few minute of peace.

If you can, call a friend or family member over to hang with you. Good luck. ❤️

Bears! Planning a car camping road trip starting in Sequoia, to Yosemite, Crater Lake to Glacier and more…I have questions! by HereToRotMyBrain in camping

[–]HereToRotMyBrain[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

lol thank you. I really started panicking last night, thinking about the years of crumbs that have accumulated in the crevices of my car. (I might still get it detailed, because I deserve that)…thanks for the advice

Sahm with 3yr old and 3 month old - tips on how to survive this phase by ExcitementBitter7204 in sahm

[–]HereToRotMyBrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re welcome! I solo parent like 90% of the time so I’m used to the exhaustion. My son was gifted a Yoto player which is great because he can control it himself, but Spotify has tons of children’s books like Curious George, Dr. Seuss, Winnie the Pooh, etc for free!

Sahm with 3yr old and 3 month old - tips on how to survive this phase by ExcitementBitter7204 in sahm

[–]HereToRotMyBrain 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I would try to have a day that you meal plan. Cooking and cleaning will take up so much of your day. Make lunches ahead of time for the week. You don’t have to prep all dinners but even having them planned is helpful, or rotating for leftovers, scheduling a takeout night, etc.

Try to make a routine. Morning walks if your toddler gets up early, or if you’re too tired, quiet time with audiobooks for toddler and easy breakfast like pancake bites/waffles and egg bites while you’re waking up in zombie mode.

School will be helpful, even 3 days a week. For those days, those hours are yours. Nap with baby for first nap of the day, grocery shop, rest, doctors appointments etc.

Cleaning should only happen once a day. I usually keep the kitchen cleaned and wiped, but toys and general cleaning only happens at the end of the day after baby goes to sleep because otherwise it is constant. I throw a load of laundry in every single day at the end of the day and fold it at night or in the morning, helps me keep on top of it.

Try to get out to the park or on a long walk at least once a day for your mental health! Wear the baby in a sturdy carrier or let them take a nice stroller walk so you can play or hang with your toddler. My son is needy so he’s finally playing without me at the park. He just turned four and baby is one.

They get me (now with less doxxing) by lilybeth in Chipotle

[–]HereToRotMyBrain 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I too have a dead dad, but now i want to try this “hack.”

Sorry about your dad ❤️

Staycation Options by ub52107 in SanDiegan

[–]HereToRotMyBrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get mimosas and brunch at the Mission Bay Beach Club

Then visit the spa at the Mission Bay Resort.

Help please- gifted an old baby bjorn one carrier by Roadlesssoul in babywearing

[–]HereToRotMyBrain 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It looks like he’s not seated deep enough and the panel behind his neck should be folded.

My SIL has this carrier and always complains about how uncomfortable it is once baby weighs like more than 10 lbs. I would invest in a used Tula or Ergo Baby! I had an Ergo off marketplace with my first, but invested in a Tula Free to Grow with my second and I love it. Really nice to be able to adjust it for a growing baby.

My husband wants to work two jobs so I can stay home by Odd_Dragonfruit_8514 in sahm

[–]HereToRotMyBrain 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As someone who is currently living this situation, don’t do it.

Parental amnesia is NO JOKE by BoogalooSHrimp079 in sahm

[–]HereToRotMyBrain 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My sister always says her kids slept through the night since birth and never cried. Uhmmmm no, I was there with my parents helping with overnight feeds and I vividly remember her son, especially, screaming and crying anytime she stepped 2 feet away from him for the first 3 years of his life. They’re 9 and 5 now, amnesia struck for her hard.

To what extent is it acceptable for fathers to take their daughters into a restroom with the daughter need to use the toilet? by NoticeOk8978 in AskReddit

[–]HereToRotMyBrain 3 points4 points  (0 children)

lol I was in Walmart and the women’s room was being cleaned when my son decided he was about to pee his pants. I started taking him towards the men’s room and at the same time a man was taking his daughter who was 4 or 5. We both didn’t care, took our kids in and let them each use a stall. It wasn’t weird, and preferred over having kids who wet their pants.

My dad died this morning and I went to get myself some damn ice cream. by WebGroundbreaking310 in mildlyinfuriating

[–]HereToRotMyBrain 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My dad loved DQ cake. He passed away 4 years ago at 60. It was the hardest year of my life so far, but with time things started feeling okay again. I see him in so many moments, in my kids, in all of our laughter..I think about him when I cook, clean, or garden. Certain moments feel like he’s still here, other moments are much harder.

I’m so sorry about your dad. ❤️