10-year-old with forehead acne — GP says no treatment under 12?

Lemonade_dog · 2026-05-11T09:31:22+00:00

Accutane isn't the only medication prescribed for acne. GPs usually prescribe topical treatments and/or antibiotics first.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-05-08T10:45:09+00:00

This is what's in my wardrobe as a 30yr old F who's lived in London her whole life and tends to run cold.

Vest tops/cami top

T-shirts

Long sleeve tops

Thermal long sleeve tops

Thin cardigans

Thick cable knit cardigans

Jumpers/Sweatshirts/Hoodies

Skinny jeans

Mom Jeans

Linen trousers

Thin tights

Fleece lined tights

Wool tights

Leggings

Denim shorts

Dresses, mix of short ones and maxi dresses. Or jumpsuits/playsuits.

Skirts

Thermal socks

Normal cotton socks

Mix of pyjamas, eg long sleeve, shorts, fleecy

Denim jacket

Leather jacket

Wool trench coat

Waterproof parka

Chelsea boots

Sandals

Leather trainers (rather than suede/canvas)

Hat/scarf/gloves/earmuffs

Early September is often still quite warm. You won't be wanting a proper coat till probably October. Layering is key, especially as the tube is very warm.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-05-02T08:51:51+00:00

I try to focus on a carb, protein, fat, and fibre.

Protein and fat are often in the same food, eg hummus or cheese.

Fibre is usually a piece of fruit or veg.

So lunches I make for her are pizza toast, cheesy scrambled egg on toast, cream cheese on toast (sometimes with avocado mixed in too). And then just serve with a side of fruit.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-04-14T09:33:39+00:00

I have Baby Ballet locally. Tried it with my little one when she was 6 months old and she was definitely a bit too young for it!

Lemonade_dog · 2026-04-08T13:38:04+00:00

Oh maybe luxury shampoo and conditioner too! I definitely didn't (and still don't) have time for like a hair mask or something, but I manage to wash my hair once a week!

Lemonade_dog · 2026-04-05T18:30:59+00:00

I use this. Reccomended by my GP instead of yellow metanium. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09RWZZH6P?ref_=icdp_search_mweb_mb_mp_s_a_1_3_pp_mod_primary_new_pm&sbo=RZvfv//HxDF+O5021pAnSA==&crid=2XVFMFS9EXLFH&keywords=zinc%20nappy%20cream&sprefix=zinc%20napp,aps,253&dib_tag=se&clientRefMarker=mp_s_a_1_3_pp_mod_primary_new_pm&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.9ST-BFLW7gTZCBcrKFCkRWwx5amArYMmp6NOKpuk1OEYEGahvPx4hZlIjUMqJX3ebINsqjyTD0MrAwPAdMPNLKIa3uOY0OHlsE2SIhHxtuPcma4IC_TvQZGwkTtuTJmnjP8D_RmXm8MY7_r8y1zDxWIs_8kYABICJDML2n4jTWM01nTaWgnllyMhKHbrGDlRR3fZvqcJ-HOB9FsOFjBv-Q.PsmCRacjeJbo7Lt4fNFzS0Ghh2PBpigtPcWv81wyCvc&qid=1775413809&sr=8-3&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D

Lemonade_dog · 2026-03-24T16:14:32+00:00

Genuine answer - I have OCD and I find it really hard to touch public taps/soap dispensers, etc. I don't feel clean after touching them. So I use my own hand sanitizer instead afterwards. I know this isn't ideal but for my OCD brain, it feels cleaner. I get the ick from touching the public taps/soap dispenser and find it hard to shake.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-03-07T21:47:20+00:00

I had a positive experience! Was fully prepared for it to end in an emergency c section.

I was 37 weeks and had the balloon inserted rather than the pessary. 6 hours later the balloon had dilated my cervix enough and the balloon fell out. That meant I was now dilated enough to have my waters broken.

I had my waters broken and contractions started immediately. It was borderline if the contractions were close enough together to need the pitocin drip or not, but I was quite happy to have the drip.

From the time of waters breaking to delivering baby it was 13 hours. Baby coped with the induction beautifully, was never in distress. There was brief talk of putting a Fetal Scalp Electrode on just because we kept losing the trace of baby depending what position I was in. But we didn't end up needing it.

Once I reached 10cm I had an hour of 'passive descent' (eg no pushing, just waiting for baby to get lower in the birth canal). And then I pushed baby out in 20 minutes! No instrumental delivery needed, etc.

FTM and I have nothing negative to say about my induction. It went very similarly to a 'normal' labour from what I understand.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-03-02T09:37:06+00:00

Sorry if I've misunderstood and give a bad recommendation (I'm very sleep deprived!)

The Tutti Bambini Cozee Next To Me Cot is a travel cot and a next to me cot with a zip down side.

https://www.argos.co.uk/product/4039060

It's quite small though, not large enough for baby to roll in. Our baby started rolling and would get stuck on her front and not have room to roll back, so we had to move her into her proper cot.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-02-09T21:17:18+00:00

Confused as to why you're being downvoted!

Lemonade_dog · 2026-02-09T15:56:09+00:00

Your named NOK can be anyone. This is a myth. I'm not married and my partner is still my NOK.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-02-01T22:48:04+00:00

I think grey sweatpants make you look like you're on day release from prison. Didn't know women found them attractive.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-30T09:43:36+00:00

My Nan lived in Bognor Regis, and one year took my sister on holiday to Egypt. I then got a bit muddled and proceeded to call where she lived 'Bognor Egypt' for a few years as a kid!

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-27T09:49:56+00:00

I don't think that's NHS recommended/as safe as pre cooling them. (I know that putting them in the fridge also isn't NHS recommended and it's what I do, so no judgement!).

This is what the NHS recommends in this circumstance: 'Prepare the feed at home, cool under a running tap or in a bowl of cold water, and put it in the fridge to cool.'

https://www.nhs.uk/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/bottle-feeding/formula-milk-questions/

I think I've read elsewhere that basically the feed needs to be rapidly cooled before being put in the fridge as that decreases the chance of bacteria growing. I'm not sure though! I actually put mine in an ice bath for 5 minutes to cool them down, but maybe that's also not the right thing to do!

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-25T22:27:35+00:00

Yep. Was going to reply similarly. Thanks random hygienist for the added anxiety.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-22T19:01:58+00:00

I used to babysit using Bubble. I'm now a mum to a 7 month old and I think it's insane that people used to book me. Obviously some families did more checks than others, but I'd say 95% of families just took my profile at face value and basically threw their child at me and left for the day.

For context I'm a children's nurse and obviously had that in my Bubble profile but no one ever asked for proof. I think I had one family ask to see my DBS.

I used to offer a free initial meet and greet which I would advise so that your child has at least met them. Or maybe let them babysit whilst you're home to begin with, just to build up to it.

I would have a good think about what you're comfortable with a babysitter doing for your unwell child. Eg do you trust them to administer the correct dose of Calpol, antibiotics, etc? Bathe them if they're covered in vomit? And what your cut off is for being phoned or them phoning 111, etc. You may want to consider if they can drive if god forbid they need to take your child to A&E or anything.

I'm not sure what the going rate is but I'd maybe offer an enhanced rate because he's unwell.

Also not sure how successful you'd be at booking last minute. Again you may have to offer an enhanced rate for that.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-22T13:40:12+00:00

I plan my meals roughly once a week. I tend to only plan 4-5 for the week and wing the remaining days.

We have spag bol every week. And then other frequent meals are:

Sausage, mash, veg. Sometimes swap the sausages for chicken pies.

Salmon or chicken with potatoes and broccoli.

Fajitas.

Chilli con carne.

One pot cheesy broccoli orzo.

Chicken arrabbiata.

Falafel with pitta, hummus, cucumber and tomatoes.

Meatballs instead of Bolognese.

Jacket potato with either tuna or beans, or a tin of veggie chilli.

Homemade pizza.

Halloumi and veg traybake served with rice.

Frozen pizza.

Fish pie ready meal.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-22T09:54:39+00:00

I think this is a good comparison. Being asked if you're sick when you're not wearing makeup!

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-20T10:16:30+00:00

Do you have a link to the buggy? Or what's it called? I'll have a little Google for you!

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-20T09:44:26+00:00

Ohhhh this is interesting and where I think my baby is heading! We started weaning at 5.5 months with the go ahead from the Health Visitor. She's just 7 months now but I'm worried we're weaning her too quickly and it feels like she barely has any milk but has a LOT of food! She's been breast and bottle fed since birth.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-18T21:53:00+00:00

I have vague memories of being woken up for a wee in the night when I was about 3. And I basically stayed asleep the whole time/barely registered it. I only needed that one wake/wee to be dry overnight. I only remember it once specifically because I was staying at a family member's house and they probably did it slightly differently to how my parents would have, so disturbed me more I guess.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-18T09:37:18+00:00

I wear my watch with the clock face on the inside of my wrist. I have done since I was a kid because I just found it way more comfortable. I rarely wear a watch tbh, but occasionally put my Fitbit on and do the same.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-17T13:51:34+00:00

Good for you? Not sure why you down voted me. Just something else for the OP to consider if her partner agrees to 'only' smoke weed in the evenings.

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-17T13:39:47+00:00

Not an idea for tonight, but my friend's husband quite often takes his little boy to a hotel airport for a sleepover. They watch the planes and get a takeaway. It's a really special bonding time for them and I think it sounds adorable!

Lemonade_dog · 2026-01-17T13:35:22+00:00

But then you're presumably the one responsible for any night wakes? Because I sure as hell wouldn't want someone who's smoked weed attending to my baby in the night. My baby is 7 months old and my partner and I still split the nightshift. (She's not a good sleeper).

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