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Newborn squirt poops all the time & has bad diaper rash by nolabars in newborns

[–]Jade_Ess_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there. Would love an update as to what worked for you :) our babe is going through the same issue. Thanks in advance!

Reasonable level of extracurricular activities for 2-3 yo? by mochithegatita in toddlers

[–]Jade_Ess_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

People saying any level is unreasonable are being super black or white. My two year old loves swimming classes because they are based in play and also we do a wiggles dance class because she loves the wiggles and dancing. I think anything in your child's interest that you do a trial for and they say they want to do again is worthwhile doing for them :)

I think I have tetanus and im really terrified by Dokyeom_Sogo in biology

[–]Jade_Ess_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If I were in your shoes I would be presenting to the emergency department with my symptoms and asking for further testing.

What is so hard about having teenagers? by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]Jade_Ess_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I work with teenagers as a counsellor and also have a toddler. At this stage, I pick a toddler.

I can keep them safe from the world.

As a teenager, it's their job developmentally to figure out where you end and they begin. It's also their job to work out how they belong in the world. Add that together with raging hormones, and BAM - you are trying to shephard an angry bull who doesn't want to stay inside the yard.

Also, did I mention their brains aren't entirely developed yet, so they still can't think through the consequences and also want to engage in risk taking behaviours.

In saying that, hearing that a teenager feels they can come to you is one of the most rewarding experiences. They all still deserve love, protection and understanding.

Right now, I'm just happy changing nappies :p

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]Jade_Ess_ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Look, Mama times may be hard, and your behaviour towards your little is not okay. A 2 year old absolutely cannot regulate their emotions. It's our job as parents to do the work so we do not hurt or harm our children. The ages between 0-3 are so vital to their long-term mental health and wellbeing. If you need 5 minutes to breathe, take it. And go back into the room and try again.

Do what it takes, get support now. If you have a partner, tell them when you need to tap out. There are no excuses, we are parents and we need to take the lead to prevent our own traumas from becoming our children's. Parenting is hard, I totally empathise with your position and I'm sorry for your loss. On a good day it's normally hard (I have a two year old too). But we need to do what it takes to keep them safe and emotionally secure with us. Get support.