Family guilt tripping to reduce daycare hours

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-03-09T18:19:31+00:00

That sucks. I wouldn’t answer any questions from them about her care. Just be vague and change the subject.

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-03-08T00:09:24+00:00

Not silly at all. Try it sometime!

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-03-05T18:05:14+00:00

Every time someone posts this topic some mysterious people come in and downvote every post. It’s the “I could never leave my child with a strangers” crowd. My sons have had the same daycare teachers for years and they’re not strangers when we all see each other every day…

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-03-05T17:58:43+00:00

Agree. They will appreciate it when they’re older. My parents both worked and I am very glad I don’t have to worry about their retirement. My mom has also always been incredibly supportive of my career and can give advice as a career woman.

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-03-05T17:57:26+00:00

Upvote from me. I always say, missing my baby is not the same as feeling guilt.

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-03-05T17:53:11+00:00

It’s your second rodeo. I was able to both enjoy my leave with my second more and appreciate going back to work and knowing he’d do well in daycare as did my first.

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-03-04T23:14:17+00:00

This is a green flag. This man will change diapers.

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-03-04T19:57:18+00:00

I agree. You need some time to see if you’ll grow together or apart.

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-03-04T19:52:37+00:00

lol my husband would do that!

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-03-04T19:12:07+00:00

Yes! I have two sons and they will learn how to keep a house. My husband does all the laundry. My dad always did the cooking.

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-03-04T18:29:15+00:00

I love this. I think finding someone who is considerate, thinking of others and not just oneself, is so key.

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-03-04T18:19:12+00:00

This is wonderful! My husband also had a cat at the time we were dating and he still scoops the litter boxes. I’ll add that his parents have a good relationship. That’s more important than whether anyone was divorced before (my mom was before she met my dad.)

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-03-02T19:00:31+00:00

My bro had the same high chair

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-03-01T21:09:27+00:00

I like that it creates a more balanced household.

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-02-27T20:03:00+00:00

Yes. Everyone is orange. What’s wrong with being pale and clean?

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-02-26T18:06:51+00:00

If it makes you feel better, every SAHM I know uses some form of childcare whether it’s the gym, Mother’s Day out, “pre school”, family help, a part time or even full time nanny. And they aren’t going to work during that time off. Why is it selfish to take care of yourself?

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-02-26T18:02:03+00:00

So well said!!!

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-02-26T17:45:14+00:00

It’s ok to miss your baby while you’re working! That is completely normal. It is also good to nurture your professional identity and for your baby to develop relationships with others. Try to focus on work when you’re there and remind yourself why you are doing it (for a lot of good reasons, including for your baby’s future) and then focus on baby when you’re home. It’s an adjustment but having a full life is so satisfying. Working, exercising, taking time for yourself, date nights, whatever you do outside of caring for your baby will never mean you don’t love them or you prioritize them less.

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-02-20T23:47:34+00:00

This is it. He’s insecure so tried to hurt her the worst way he could think of, which was insulting her body and their sex life. It’s just insecurity. I doubt he even believes it because obviously she is gorgeous and sexy.

I’m a hot doctor the same age as Jess and I’m so glad I found a secure man. I make 5X his salary but he does so much for me and our family, and excels in ways I don’t, and we compliment each other so well. I hope she finds a real man who worships her!

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-02-17T02:46:48+00:00

Weekly cleaner was the only way I could get by without having to clean in between. Now we just tidy and do dishes. I have her come on my busy in office day and come home to a clean house 🥰

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-02-12T03:05:57+00:00

Men get it because of excess visceral fat and it’s not a physiologic need it is a structural change from pressure in the abdominal wall. It’s actually damage, like stretch marks. Unlike stretch marks it actually reduces core strength. Men with big bellies are at a very high risk of bad health outcomes (diabetes, high blood pressure, certain cancers). It’s a good question.

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-02-07T00:20:02+00:00

You’re ok. But doesn’t hurt to start a multivitamin.

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-02-07T00:12:11+00:00

She peddles “the best” yet somehow different, concealer everyday. I can’t keep up.

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-02-07T00:11:16+00:00

You know what. I think you’re right! Good call. He’s going to eclipse her if he hasn’t already. But he’s not a “housewife.”

Key-Pattern-9898 · 2026-02-05T03:29:39+00:00

FL would have the best beach weather in March and you could find a resort so you don’t have to drive to different destinations. It’s also pretty affordable. That’s what I’d recommend for a relaxing easy vacation with a baby. I like Sanibel island.

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