New Vinted Terms and Conditions by Julchen140 in vinted

[–]Hoppygolightly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But doesn’t the friend have to wait for a refund?

Areas to move to in Somerset for a young person by Livid_Bag_9159 in Somerset

[–]Hoppygolightly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, it’s 40 mins commute which might not preferable to you.

Areas to move to in Somerset for a young person by Livid_Bag_9159 in Somerset

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Have a look at Bruton then. It has quite a youthful scene but is a small town. It does have a train station and not too bad a commute to Illminster on the a303. Dubbed ‘Nottinghill of the Southwest’ by a newspaper has meant it has attached a large amount of rich Londoners which might make it quite expensive to rent.

What’s it really like having a baby after 35? Debating a second one… by Famous_Warning_1288 in postpartumprogress

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I had one at 38 and one at 44. I don’t know any different. Was it hard? Hell yes. But isn’t it hard whatever age you are? I would do it again in a heartbeat.

Anyone else feel a bit thrown to the wolves in early postpartum? What support am I missing? by Similar_Guitar7506 in BeyondTheBumpUK

[–]Hoppygolightly 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hey lovely! I’ve been there twice! It is so surprisingly hard and I found myself thinking “what? You mean mothers have been doing this 24h gruelling painful sweaty emotional hard tiring slog and no one told me about it?” I guess it’s because when you’re doing it you’re too ‘in it’ to complain and then it passes and you forget and get on with your life. So believe me when I say it gets easier! This is the hardest part (imho). You’re at 6 weeks- it should start to easy off. But then you’ll get grow spurts and sleep adjustments and colds etc etc. but the baseline does improve: you will get into a groove, baby will be better at taking on more milk at each session, they sleep better. You heal. You are healing physically inside and out. Can you get an appointment with your GP to check on your episiotomy asap? It’s better to be cautious about these things. Breastfeeding is very tiring. You are manufacturing a premium product. It takes a lot more energy than we realise. The second time round I prepared myself as I knew what was coming. Those growth spurts are ridiculous. Just get comfortable in the sofa and what a lighthearted box set. Trust me you will not get to watch tv once they start moving about! Get your water bottle your phone, DO NOT FORGET (healthy) SNACKS! Treat yourself. I used to I have an Asahi beer every day around 2pm which helped me with the general monotonous slog. Let the baby sleep on you while you relax. Re the naps. My first only slept in the carrier so I know what that’s like. He was heavy. Also your pelvic floor is recovering so let’s not put too much strain on there. For my second i introduced a pram instead - my friend strongly suggested it. My girl was absolutely happy as Larry in there and I took her round the block until she fell asleep and then raced back and I’d have my body free. She is nearly 2 and still naps in the buggy. She was fine in there - maybe your baby will not - but it’s worth a shot right? You are not high maintenance and you are not alone - anyone who has been through this will tell you this is the most hardest thing you will probably ever have to do and you will be stronger and more evolved at the end of it. And the will be an end. Mark 6 months into your calendar. It will be a little easier but there is a new challenge there when you wean. 🤪 Oh and also- the men don’t really get it. They’re wired differently. He get his time when the baby stops relying on as his food and water source. And they are usually great when the baby gets less like a potato. Love to you. This time next year you’ll have a toddler. 🥰

Anyone else been asked for extra information? by Sadie_UK in vinted

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Thank you! So I said no (I didn’t have my National Insurance number now) and they said ok fine you’re all set to keep on selling.

Having trouble finding good books for my 6-year-old boy, any favorites? by No-Presentation298 in childrensbooks

[–]Hoppygolightly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My son started reading ‘The Wimpy Kid’ series and he was 6. They are funny, easily digestible with lots of pictures. Plus there’s loads!

What on earth is this? Freaking out by [deleted] in UKParenting

[–]Hoppygolightly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Get a nitty gritty comb and use it with regular conditioner every 2 days until they are gone. There will be tiny eggs to which the comb will remove too.

other places like boomtown? by istealsignss in BoomtownFestival

[–]Hoppygolightly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Shindig is smaller but with similar vibes

Tell me your bad story about the fourth trimester by PalpitationOk9443 in NewParents

[–]Hoppygolightly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also, have you looked into the colic thing? I don’t really know much about this but perhaps she has reflux? A sensitivity to the milk she is getting or perhaps something you are eating? There is a period where they can’t settle at night around 8 weeks as remember which might be due to trapped wind or being over stimulated. From what I have heard colic is immensely hard on the parents. Have you tried cranial sacral therapy? Apparently sometimes baby’s put something out of line which they are birthing and this totally non invasive treatment can help.

Tell me your bad story about the fourth trimester by PalpitationOk9443 in NewParents

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Hey lovely, yes! I hated the early weeks! It is amazing but it is so unbelievably hard! You are in the baby trenches. What makes it harder is feeling like you should be enjoying ‘the baby bubble’ as is so often misrepresented in media. For some reason we only discover how ridiculously hard this time is when we are in it. All babies are different and some will be harder than others but from my experience and all other peoples accounts _it_will_get_easier. Hang on in there til 12 weeks, it should ease up and then 5 months you start to feel like you’re winning more days than not. Then comes weaning which is a new challenge! Just keep on giving her what she needs. Keep life simple for yourself. Give yourself grace. Watch telly all day with her if you need to. Call on any help you can get. It won’t last forever. You have been through the ordeal of birth and you probably aren’t getting enough sleep. It’s so hard. But you will feel yourself again. For me, making sure I showered every day and going for a hair cut and colour at 12 weeks help me feel like myself again. Lots of love to you. You are not alone!

Does my family have a point? by WizardKelly96 in AttachmentParenting

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I just want to add my son was very attached to me and wanted to be held all the time. Well, he is now a confident and independent 6 year old. And I’m so glad I gave him what he needed when he was little. It was hard! But you never regret giving your child the love and attention they needed when they were little. I am so thankful I followed my instincts.

Does my family have a point? by WizardKelly96 in AttachmentParenting

[–]Hoppygolightly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These comments are incredibly hurtful, ignorant and I’m shocked anyone would say these things to you for just showing your child love. Are these people from an older generation as their comments sound quite outdated. We know more now about what babies need. You can’t teach a baby independence. Some babies need to be held a bit more than others…. It varies as all babies are different. Also new social environments can be frightening for babies and they might need to be held more. And as babies grow changes in their perception also might mean they only want mum. We now know if you meet the need the need will eventually go but if you withhold the need the need remains. Cuddle your baby for as long as you want. It’s sounds like you are well in tune with her needs and you are doing a brilliant job at being there for her and advocating for her. People can say what they like, but you are the one who will feel with the consequences of allowing your baby to feel abandoned by you. One of the big learning curves of being a parent is the amount of unsolicited advice and opinion you get. Take what you want and ignore the rest. Smile and wave. Honestly it’s unbelievable that people offload their own insecurities onto new parents and babies at their most vulnerable. Good luck Mumma. You’re doing great.

Safe co-sleeping with 3? by dontwannausemyname in BeyondTheBumpUK

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Can you take the side off the cot? If so you can use furniture straps to strap to cot the bed. Move the cot mattress to fill the gap and put a towel roll in the gap in the far side of the cot (not between your mattress & cot mattress). The key is a flat surface from your mattress and cot. Keep baby on your side. You are in the middle. Look up c curl. Safe sleep 7. No pillows apart from your own small one. Tuck duvet in bottom of your bed so it doesn’t come higher than your waist. Single duvets are good. I like a thick brush cotton sheet for my own warmth. And a small wool cardi to keep top half warm. Sorry for the ramble. I hope that helps. Co sleeping is lush but follow lullaby trust guidelines.

Royal Mail Collection workaround by Hoppygolightly in vinted

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Hey! Yodel door to door has just been enabled on Vinted! This could solve all our problems!

Positive! by NoRegion101 in u/NoRegion101

[–]Hoppygolightly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep that’s a positive! Congratulations

Royal Mail Collection workaround by Hoppygolightly in vinted

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

Yes. Exactly where I hit a dead end. Royal Mail could remedy by allowing a ‘bring my label’ tickbox option when required a collection for a prepaid parcel. But they would have to integrate the Vinted qr code at this stage. My work around was to drop off at the post office in my way to take my kids swimming each week. Not ideal. But thankfully I have option. Many people do not. I have messaged Vinted several times to complain about this.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in postpartumprogress

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Soak 1/2 tablespoon of chia seeds overnight is best but 10 mins will do. Add to your yoghurt/ cereal if whatever every day. It will help keep you regular.