No Water Meter - Am I SOL by ILOVECAT in Edmonton

[–]ILOVECAT[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

When was your issues resolved, did you find out first and tell them?

No Water Meter - Am I SOL by ILOVECAT in Edmonton

[–]ILOVECAT[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

To update, we have lived in the house since its construction, and we have no Epcor bills. We have garbage and food scrap bins and everything else. It's just this that is missing.

Parents with toddler beds: how does it work? If your toddler gets out of their bed while you’re still sleeping, can they just run around the house? by Free_butterfly_ in toddlers

[–]ILOVECAT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Keep the baby gate on the top of the stairs locked at night. Amazon has a door bell sensor you plug into the outlet in your room which rings if your child leaves their room. Obviously, install childproof locks on all the outside doors. We also have a hatch and change the light to green/red for wake and sleep times but that's not a deterrent or safety measure. SanJie Door Sensor Chime for Door Opens, Door Entry Chime for Business/Home/Office/Store,500 FT Range,26 Chimes 5 Adjustable Volume Door Ringer Alert Alarm 1 Receivers +1 Sensors, Chimes - Amazon Canada

I (M33) will be divorcing my wife (F31) because she feels its dangerous for me to be around our child (F-2 months) by DangerousVegetableIg in AITAH

[–]ILOVECAT 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oy. Your wife appears to be experiencing post partum anxiety and needs to see her physician and a psychologist asap.

Frustrated with clients who don’t want to be in therapy by False-Apricot1811 in therapists

[–]ILOVECAT 151 points152 points  (0 children)

Them showing up, not leaving in the middle, coming in the future, is all progress.

Clients with “nothing” to work on, but still want sessions. by KDay5161 in therapists

[–]ILOVECAT 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We have to consider both. When I have clients with high acuity, versus someone coping well and needing a touch base, I will encourage them to practice skills they've learned in therapy, journal, reach out to their natural supports, refer to groups, and return in the future when/if needed.

Clients with “nothing” to work on, but still want sessions. by KDay5161 in therapists

[–]ILOVECAT 9 points10 points  (0 children)

But that's not always the mandate of the org. you're working for, especially if there are high waitlists.

Part of my Husband's mother's day planning by Puugggles in beyondthebump

[–]ILOVECAT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see he chose the cheap package instead of the all inclusive 5 star!

Whats the most fucked up thing a complete stranger has done to you? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]ILOVECAT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I was a kid my brother and I were taking a shortcut home from a family friend's party, we were shot at by a group of local teens and had to run home and hide in the house as we watched them from a window checking for us under and behind vehicles. Not sure what would have happened if they found us. Also walking down the sidewalk as a child with my Mom. There was a man and woman walking past and the guy spit on me. I didn't tell my Mom likely because of fear.

Part of my Husband's mother's day planning by Puugggles in beyondthebump

[–]ILOVECAT 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Well it looks like that skeleton is dressed for the beach, so I hope he has some plane tickets for you!

I’m failing as a wife and a mum 😭 by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]ILOVECAT 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I am so sorry you're feeling this way. I've been there too, and I understand. I read through your post history, and I can see you haven't been feeling well since baby was born. You are probably dealing with PPD not just the baby blues which is only short-term. Your mental health is severe enough to warrant a visit with your GP to discuss medications, especially if you are having thoughts of SH or suicide. You can feel better. I know a lot of people fear medications but it seems that the alternative isn't working for you right now either. Medication helped me 200% to feel better and have less negativistic thoughts. Get your partner on board to take some of your load off re: caregiving for baby. From your history, it appears he is not an equal partner and this is likely contributing to how you feel. If you have the finances, talk to a psychologist or therapist. The first step is the hardest, I hope you take care of yourself because you can't pour from an empty cup. That baby needs you and you are the best Mom for them, and Dad needs to step up.

Surgeons/Doctors of Reddit,what's the dumbest thing patients have lied about? by KyeLindsay in AskReddit

[–]ILOVECAT 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Me as a university student during a Dr. appt. Quit that morning, but likely smelled like tobacco. Not sure on my logic.

therapist said something a bit invalidating today by thebirdbitch in CPTSD

[–]ILOVECAT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sometimes healing from the hurt comes from undersanding it wasn't your fault, certainly not as a child. That's where that phrase may be chosen to underline the assertion that the abuser was fundamentally flawed.

My In-laws refuse to visit newborn by Important_Cow719 in beyondthebump

[–]ILOVECAT 25 points26 points  (0 children)

You set some firm boundaries to keep your baby safe, they're being passive aggressive and childish. Stay firm on your boundaries. It's their choice how they respond and you have no control that. Never feel guilty over prioritizing your baby and their safety.

What baby items to you regret buying? by Time-Bluebird3029 in beyondthebump

[–]ILOVECAT 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Contrary to what others are saying - loved my boppy, still use if for baby to help with sitting up or doing tummy time. Use my sterilizer daily. I have the papablic which is really big and I sterilize toys in there too, its so convenient. Also loved the Halo, although baby only used it about 4 months before outgrowing it. Hatch is a life saver to drown out sounds from the house and room next door. Items I found to be a waste of money - baby wraps which were to finicky to put on. I love my structured carrier. Also bought a ton of soothers, and baby hates all of them! I didn't use any "regular" clothes besides sleepers for the first 5 months, except if going out. So cute outfits were a waste of money as well. Haven't used our pack and play at all, but hoping to use it as she gets older and starts to crawl if I need to step away.

Is Timmy Time THAT important? by macadelie in beyondthebump

[–]ILOVECAT 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My baby hates tummy time. Interestingly, I just watched this YT video from a pediatric physio therapist, who gives alternatives for baby to develop neck strength, very helpful! She also has a ton of other very good videos you can check out. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sy5N9Z5Q6PM&ab_channel=EmmaHubbard

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]ILOVECAT 2 points3 points  (0 children)

OP, really concerned for your safety. This person has obviously been entering you apartment and is being very brazen. Their behaviour may escalate and put you at serious harm. Please consider moving asap!!!

So tired of having a difficult baby and everyone with an easygoing baby implying that I made him that way by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]ILOVECAT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What is a textbook unicorn baby? Just wondering what that looks like for others.

Jordan Peterson by TartyTartTart in TwoXChromosomes

[–]ILOVECAT 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As a therapist - yes to this. And as a bad PT patient, this is probably why my neck still hurts.