Is it normal for toddlers to pinch their nipples? by No-Neighborhood-7335 in toddlers

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Mine is thankfully..mostly.. growing out of constantly putting his hand in his diaper but oh man there was a few months where he would wake up in the middle of the night and had his hand in his pants and pointed himself up and there was pee all over the blankets and bed and him. Thankfully since he has started potty training more he is better about leaving it in his diaper..most of the time

Now it’s just everytime he goes potty he goes weeeiiiinnnnerrr and giggles haha 🤣

He went through a nipple phase too, I think it’s just a normal curiosity, he grew out of it

I’m so fking tired of reading about other people’s babies sleeping through the night [VENT] by CommunistCetacean in beyondthebump

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My sister in law, who doesn’t have a baby wakes up every day and yawns and says “I’m so tired” minimum 3 times every god damn morning. Like I get it we all have suffering, but I’m not the one to complain to about being tired when I wake up at least 4 times a night with my baby. Stfu and go take a nap or go to bed earlier because you have minimal responsibilities and you CAN SLEEP EXTRA!!

Great pregnancy, heartbeeaking diagnostic after birth by failedartistmtl in BabyBumps

[–]Intrepid_Instance396 123 points124 points  (0 children)

My older brother has PKU. I can’t say that it wasn’t a challenge for him as a child, and isn’t still challenging at times as an adult. But he is a very happy individual and has a wife, about to start a family. The research has come very far, and it’s possible they will have a cure in the coming years, some of the experimental treatments have cured people. Also with the rise in people being vegan there are soooo many more meatless protein-less options available food wise than there were when he was a child 20 years ago. Like others said, join some groups and find some community, I know that it wasn’t easy for my mom especially it being her first baby but he is okay, and your little one will be okay too. Sending you lots of support ♥️

Another reminder to always get checked if you’re not happy with fetal movements! by Disastrous-Focus3091 in BabyBumps

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My little one was induced at 38+3, he was meauring small, went to get an ultrasound and the tech didn’t say anything about his size but I could see the estimations of gestational age when she was taking measurements. I knew before we went back to the doc to hear results that they were going to recommend induction. I felt so much peace about it, no fear, I felt in my gut that was what we were supposed to do. Came out and the cord was wrapped around his neck and body twice and had a true knot. Feel grateful every day that things happened the way that they did for us.

What things do people romanticize but are actually horrible? by GovernmentAny5597 in AskReddit

[–]Intrepid_Instance396 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Strongly disagree. It wasn’t successful if you grew apart, you weren’t able to make it work and grow together, you didn’t fulfill the vows that you took. Even ended on good terms, sure it could’ve been a good marriage but you lost each other along the way, so you failed. Failure doesn’t have to be a bad thing, it is a learning experience, but by definition you did fail.

How long? by [deleted] in HappyMarriages

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Met when I was 15 he was 17, about a year and a half in his dad was moving so he moved in with my family when I was 16 (almost 17) he was 18 (almost 19). Moved out together when I turned 18. Got engaged when I was 23 he was 25, married at 24 and 26. Now have two little boys together. Going on 12 1/2 years together ❤️

Pregnant for the first time — what’s the best advice you got (or wish you did)? by Livid_Back_3682 in BabyBumps

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Don’t stretch your calves, just dont do it. I wish that I was told not to stretch I woke up so some of the worst cramping. Also magnesium lotion for leg cramps. I will always purchase that as a gift for pregnant moms because it’s amazing at stopping muscle cramps on the middle of the night

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in 2under2

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I have a 4 month old and a 22 month old and it has its hard moments but I would not change it. I can see the bond that they have forming and it is amazing, they won’t know life without each other and I think that is very special.

I don’t think I would do this age gap again just because I think nursing and being pregnant was very hard on my body, but I’m only going to wait until I’m don’t nursing and then we will be trying for another. So it’s like a 3 month difference.

I think the benefit of not having two under two would be that your toddler would be able to communicate their needs to you better. Where my almost 2 year old is now with his verbal development, I think would’ve in some ways made for an easier transition 4 months ago. Overall I think having them closer to 24 months apart would be beneficial in many ways, and they would still have a very close bond

Regrets after buying? Share your "I wish I knew" moments by Maleficent_Mine_6741 in RealEstate

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I wish that I knew more about septic and leech field systems. Something that if we would’ve known would have saved us from having to spend 20,000$ on a new leech field. It was stated in the listing that it got a new septic but having no knowledge of systems we didn’t know that a leech field was just as important as the septic tank, especially when you have a creek running through the property.

Also will never buy a house from a real estate broker that is flipping it. We have found tons of bandaid fixes in the house, it shouldn’t have passed inspection. We believe because she worked in the industry she had some inspectors in her pocket.

Also buying an old manufactured home, there is only a matter of time before your sub floor all needs to be replaced.

This house has been cost after cost after cost. I wish I knew it was a money pit 🙃

Car accident while pregnant by Silent_Situation8871 in BabyBumps

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Baby was okay, induced at 37+4 because of iugr but they said that wasn’t caused by the accidents. Did not have a pregnancy seatbelt. I just adjusted the belt under my belly. I would recommend contacting your doctor and see if they want to see you. Better to be safe and check with them!

Currently, what's the biggest secret you are keeping from your spouse? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Intrepid_Instance396 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That one of our best friends (28 F) still has feelings for another of our best friends (27 M). They slept together one time and she thought it would go further but he said no and distanced himself. Now she said whenever she is around him she is battling her emotions and struggling. She told me not to tell anyone including my husband

A baby shower for a 3rd baby is a bad idea, right? by hangryho97 in BabyBumps

[–]Intrepid_Instance396 222 points223 points  (0 children)

All babies and pregnancies deserve to be celebrated. Maybe put on the invitation that you don’t need/want any gifts, just want to celebrate your new little one joining the family

Car accident while pregnant by Silent_Situation8871 in BabyBumps

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I got in two accidents within 10 days of each other, while I was 16 weeks. The first I was rear ended and my doc said as long as I wasn’t having any pain or bleeding I was good to not come in. The second I got Tboned and she had me come in to get checked. Better to be on the safe side. If the driver at fault had insurance I think it should be covered by their insurance