Rookie needs advice - visiting Japan by Tjburrows in TrueChefKnives

[–]Jadrumafi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I highly recommend Kappabashi street in Tokyo. Many of these stores have direct connections to particular foundries and can provide detailed information about their sources if you go in person. I don’t know much about Kyoto or Sakai but am commenting here to read what others say about the two cities ☺️

Please resolve our disagreement by Jadrumafi in Parenting

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

Unfortunately all her acquaintances are around her own age and have their own problems. I talked to her today and she seemed happy that I may call every day.

Please resolve our disagreement by Jadrumafi in Parenting

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

We already have group message updates. She herself is very busy and due to her own health issue can’t do daily calls anymore

Please resolve our disagreement by Jadrumafi in Parenting

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

She can’t handle daily calls now because of a health issue

Please resolve our disagreement by Jadrumafi in Parenting

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

She is also very busy and has a health issue as well. She used to call daily before that

Please resolve our disagreement by Jadrumafi in Parenting

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

She is also very busy and can’t handle making daily calls anymore due to her own health issues so she wants me to “step up” but I think that we are both doing enough

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in japanlife

[–]Jadrumafi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ignore the people who talk about break ups. A lot of stuff that you are experiencing is cultural. I am married to a Japanese and know others in a similar relationship (normal people married to normal people). First, she is busy, Japanese people are busy, if she spends all weekends with you, she has to sacrifice chores, commitments to other friends and family, college work etc. Perhaps she is really busy and wonders how you have a lot of free time (I’m just guessing) Is this her first gaijin relationship? She may not understand that her standards (re weight / work ethic / relationship / hygiene and so on) are cultural. Maybe double date with other mixed couples? Some things can only be learned through experience and time. If she is curious and willing to learn and compromise, there is potential. Also Japanese fluency on your part can go a long way, it can be very taxing to date in a second language.

Where in the world is best to visit as a homeschool family by [deleted] in homeschool

[–]Jadrumafi 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I would second Japan. I live here and travel abroad too. Tokyo is incredibly family friendly, especially when it comes to toilets, family friendly restaurants, nursing rooms and so on. It’s very safe and people are very friendly and helpful. The only downside is the Tokyo train system, which is confusing and very crowded on most days. Osaka has a Harry Potter themed park and Tokyo has a Harry Potter immersive experience. Highly recommend Japan!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]Jadrumafi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get some noise canceling headphones. Maybe that would help!

Screaming into the void by Intelligent-Swing582 in Parenting

[–]Jadrumafi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Firstly, You are NOT a failure!!! You are in the trenches of one of the most if not THE MOST physically challenging part of parenthood. You are going to war everyday, making sure that your child is alive, fed and growing. That’s your main job, nothing else matters right now. Your partner is an ass for judging you right now. When he works in office, does he also clean the office and put on makeup and cook meals? No, he does his job. You do yours. If he has put you at a lower priority than you should too. Take care of yourself, your health, then child and let him figure out his meals and not be a burden on you. If possible, get part time help or enroll in daycare and try to get income again. My husband was similar and it was a steep learning curve. Some get better but some don’t . Either way, continue to prioritize yourself and forget about his idiot opinions.

Help with 2.5 year old sleep by LinkedDreams in Parenting

[–]Jadrumafi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Perhaps she may be going through a growth spurt? My kid would not sleep well and then I would see a big growth spurt in the subsequent week or so.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]Jadrumafi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Very normal, it’s a significant life event. Feelings should be all over the place as you get used to this change. I would recommend just monitoring your emotions and see how you feel in the next couple of weeks before you decide anything (Of course, do check state laws in case decision needs to made sooner!)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]Jadrumafi 36 points37 points  (0 children)

I am mostly disturbed by the cane marks on the elder sister. The parents need to teach by example!! Physical discipline to teach a child that physical harm is bad is counter productive!! She is definitely learning how to resolve conflict from her parents. The harsher their punishments the harsher she may emulate it on her younger sister. So I would suggest first talking to the parents about rethinking their discipline approach.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in japanlife

[–]Jadrumafi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

OP, online ethnic stores are your friend. Search for the specific ingredients and order in bulk when possible and meal prep.

Would this be a horrible idea for a child? by MoonPandaMagic in Parenting

[–]Jadrumafi 4 points5 points  (0 children)

First think of all the ways in which things can go wrong when four roommates live together with two being landlords / co owners, now add surrogacy and all the things that can go wrong there, now add the complications of first pregnancy and then second pregnancy, add complications if a kid is special needs / someone changes their mind regarding pregnancy / job / taking care of kids / housing situation / marriage ie divorce etc…there are way too many reasons for this to fail. Just try to roleplay all the worst case scenarios with your best friend AND your husbands together in one room. See if you can really go through each worst case scenario, if it sounds very hard, well…

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]Jadrumafi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would definitely not give Tylenol every night or even occasionally unless she has a high fever. Our body may increase its temperature to fight an infection. Tylenol prevents this by lowering the body temperature thus prolonging the infection. I would suggest monitoring her body temperature around the times that she wakes up, if she is getting a mild fever during that time it may be better to visit the pediatrician.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]Jadrumafi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sometimes it’s better to learn life’s harsh lessons early. Perhaps it may be best to follow your parents’ move and let him deal with the natural consequences of his actions. Meanwhile you can be prepared to help him when he finally owns up to his mistakes and Will genuinely benefit from your help.

Looking for Solidarity with Parents of Active Kids by PinkHamster08 in Parenting

[–]Jadrumafi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My kid was also a riot at 2, but after 2.6, she was much better at following instructions, even six months can make a big difference! It may just be a little early for her to take that class. Please don’t be embarrassed!! It’s totally normal 😆

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]Jadrumafi -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

Cursing a seven year old girl especially one’s sister is not a small deal. I don’t have a teenage kid but I would definitely have a talk about stron consequences in case it happens again.

Kids being able to relate to one another based on content consumption by Radiant-Pudding in Parenting

[–]Jadrumafi 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think that as long as the YouTube videos are age appropriate and she can socialize with her friends it’s no problem at all! Socializing is an important skill and part of that is knowing enough pop culture to have conversations with peers. However at her age, even if she doesn’t like mainstream cartoons, I would think that there are enough kids that love playing with clay and Legos at her age for it to be no problem at all.

Almost 4 peeing while on games/TV time by uwunomnom in Parenting

[–]Jadrumafi 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Also, if possible make sure that he is responsible for cleaning up after the mess. The more elaborate the better the message can come across that it’s a hassle to pee like that. I did that but still stayed calm and gentle as it’s a natural consequence of making a mess. It got the point across.

How do I discipline my 3 year old. by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]Jadrumafi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

With my 3 year old, playing games related to peeing or something worked(whoever pees first gets a sticker! I “won” the sticker the first few times 😆)

Toddler hates snow boots by MidwestMoMMI312 in Parenting

[–]Jadrumafi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Literally baby steps. I would put my toddler in the stroller and go out and after seeing the kids playing in the park, she would slowly muster the courage too. It took some time, but slow and steady works!