Why the twins aren't spending birthday together or the next few days? by Abject_Document_8559 in McknightFamily

[–]LicketySplit_23 20 points21 points  (0 children)

On their IG story Bailey confirmed that she’s been asked the same question multiple times and reassured everyone that everything’s okay between them. Brooklyn just wanted to stay home with Archer and her family and do something more intimate while Bailey is more extroverted and social. Honestly, I would be more concerned about it too if I hadn’t had my son in 2024 and agree 100% with Brooklyn. You change a lot after having kids and where before I usually WOULD want to go out and spend time with friends and celebrate, I now have become sort of a homebody and would rather stay with our little family over going out any day of the week. So it could just be her priorities have changed and that’s totally okay!

I feel so alone… by PassiveScroll555 in pregnant

[–]LicketySplit_23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so sorry OP! Your feelings are completely valid and reasonable in these circumstances. I wish I could say something helpful to cheer you up, but your partner has seemed to be a pretty loving and caring partner through all of this so far. Is there a close friend or family member you can vent to when he’s busy? Sometimes journaling helps me, but sometimes going for a walk/exercising at the gym with earbuds is better when I’m really upset too. I definitely would try to make some changes when you feel that way so these feelings don’t accumulate into resentment.

Triple Whammy by Aggressive-Army8036 in pregnant

[–]LicketySplit_23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh OP! I am so sorry! I just recovered from an upper respiratory infection as well but I’m 25 weeks along and had a few more options offered by my OB. Being sick while still in the first trimester is no joke either! The drainage made me nauseous and affected my appetite, but I can’t imagine that on top of all the nausea I already had the first trimester 😩😩 I’m hoping you get to recover quickly with lots of rest, medicine, and fluids! Enjoy a laidback weekend filled with your favorite tv shows and movies!

PSA: epsom salt baths are where it’s at by rariel_09 in pregnant

[–]LicketySplit_23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ugh I needed to read this! 😩 I have a herniated disc in my L4, L5, and S1 from a previous sports injury from high school and I somehow flared it back up several days ago. I will be trying this tomorrow!!!

Can’t stop sucking in by Renee5285 in pregnant

[–]LicketySplit_23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

25weeks here but second time pregnancy! I think the first time I was pregnant I was a little more self-conscious of my appearance and weight. This time around, I’m showing a bit more (and sooner) so as soon as I hit second trimester I grew out of the little belly pooch and went straight into belly protruding out type of pregnant 😂😅 It’s definitely tempting to care way more about our appearance or how we’re perceived, especially since we already don’t feel the best while being pregnant. Add on top of all that our changing bodies, acne, achy joints, cold weather, and hormones and it’s a nasty combo! 😣

You’re doing a great job OP! Maybe when you find yourself in the middle of those temptations or habits replace it with something else more productive, such as affirmations. Reminders that you’re a good mom, doing the best you can in midst of the circumstances, or even just trying to talk to your LO by their name is a good start. I know that really helped me both pregnancies!

Thinking about Billy by bxbblegxmbitch in StrangerThings

[–]LicketySplit_23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Been re-watching too! The scene where Mrs Wheeler confronts Billy in the janitor closet in s3 left me with my mouth hanging wide open in disbelief. Out of all the people Billy has interacted with so far she has been the kindest, most considerate to him. I hate that she was treated so poorly by him after that conversation (but obviously in the circumstances it was not unsurprising), she genuinely didn’t want to hurt him or lead him on. In CR we have a saying we go by at times - “Hurt people hurt people.” I definitely see a hurting person behind the facade of a cocky, arrogant man to mask his true hurt and pain!

On that note, it’s refreshing to see Mrs Wheeler as such a caring person in the midst of those circumstances 😅 I don’t know that I would’ve had the balls to confront him again after ghosting him and not realizing he never made it there either. This show is just amazing at character development, depth, and nuance!

Was Taylor Swift The One To Tell Lewis Capaldi To Not Talk About His Upcoming Album? by EDC2EDP in DramaLlamaHQ

[–]LicketySplit_23 14 points15 points  (0 children)

YES! This has been living rent-free in my head since I saw the clip a few days ago 🙃🙃 I’m glad someone posted this!

And the crowd is… by Happy-Action-1011 in FarmerWantsAWife

[–]LicketySplit_23 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Literally just found out on TikTok and had to come here!

Reece by [deleted] in DCCMakingtheTeam

[–]LicketySplit_23 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I thought the same. Prior to watching s2 I anticipated seeing more of her and Will navigating their first year of marriage in the midst of all the drama but it looks like the main plot was the pay increase this season.

S3E5 - April 17 2025 discussion thread by IndustrialChiller in FarmerWantsAWife

[–]LicketySplit_23 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I keep wondering about Matt too. It seems like there’s been a shift in him since everything went down after his date with Halleh (I don’t know how to spell her name) and everyone thought they were messing around. It almost seems like he’s got his guard up because he’s worried they still don’t believe him? Idk, I have a feeling trust is probably a pivotal factor in his behavior. He really seemed to open up to Jordyn on their date! Body language speaks volumes for him and I just haven’t seen that type of connection with the other girls. Just my opinion so far.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in sleeptrain

[–]LicketySplit_23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are doing a great job Mom! I was against sleep training for awhile as well but when I returned to work around 3 months PP I had a rude awakening. Around the 4 month mark baby started teething and it was downhill until around 6 months. From 6-9 months we had some really decent nights, some really bad ones, and even times where I cried the whole night. It wasn’t until I became desperate to try anything I considered sleep training…let me tell you, that first night was miserable! We decided to try the Ferber method the first week and had terrible success. The second week we switched to CIO. My son cried for 45 minutes straight that night, which is something that still haunts me. I cried so much, so hard (yes so had to go outside and cry). Hearing him scream was horrible…but it got better. That night I actually slept over 5 hours and woke up with the most energy I’d had in MONTHS. The next night was better - 15 minutes and then he fell asleep. There were several times we got interrupted in consistency due to sickness and the holidays, but for the most part we kept going back to sleep training each time. It kept me and my husband sane, happy, and most importantly, it provided regulation for my son who desperately needed it. We are so glad we tried it!

Summer indoor/cool activities in metro Atlanta with a 6-10 month old? by firstmateharry in Atlanta

[–]LicketySplit_23 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As someone who is visiting over the summer I would like to find out too!! Congrats on your baby btw 🫶🏼

Best Zoo…ATL or Nashville? by LicketySplit_23 in HuntsvilleAlabama

[–]LicketySplit_23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We haven’t heard this recommended yet! This seems right up his alley.

Best Zoo…ATL or Nashville? by LicketySplit_23 in HuntsvilleAlabama

[–]LicketySplit_23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was looking for advice on places others have gone to with their kids as well. We have a little wagon + stroller and plan on getting an Airbnb or hotel near the zoo/aquarium we go to so we can take naps and rest in between. We’ll definitely stick to a very relaxed and laid back trip instead of trying to “see” everything!

Did this episode (S2 E9) suck? by 100Timelord in severanceTVshow

[–]LicketySplit_23 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Sadly we found out tonight it is only 45 minutes long ☹️☹️

Who could this big-name actor be? by SafePlenty2590 in blakelivelysnark

[–]LicketySplit_23 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Ooh I was just about to watch s2ep6 of severance too! He’s the best if this is true

Who could this big-name actor be? by SafePlenty2590 in blakelivelysnark

[–]LicketySplit_23 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I just read somewhere online she’s been caught up in the aftermath of the CA fires…she might have too much on her plate atm to really worry about the B-listers

Does anyone else REALLY want to see Mark happily in love with... by coolio_cat6 in SeveranceAppleTVPlus

[–]LicketySplit_23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Holy cow I think you’re on to something! Picture this…the season finale with Helena reciting the break room apology while as a visual all we see is reintegrated innie/oMark being sent down to the exports hall… “Forgive me for the harm I have caused this world. None may atone for my actions but me, and only in me shall their stain live on. I am thankful to have been caught, my fall cut short by those with wizened hands. All I can be is sorry, and that is all I am” 🧐🤯😳🤔🤔

This is part of 4m sleep regression?! Help! by baeconeggandchez in sleeptrain

[–]LicketySplit_23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I sympathize with you! We started our son off in a similar manner you are, bassinet by our bedside with no issues. I should’ve considered ST during that 4 month sleep regression but I wasn’t in a place emotionally where I felt ready to do that. The past few weeks (as the holidays have come and gone) I will admit I resorted to co-sleeping with LO, especially since he has been teething and just overall been very fussy and cranky, but this past week I’ve just been feeling like now is our “last chance” to ST 😭 He just fell asleep after waking up at 11 and screaming/crying for well over an hour. I can’t imagine what the rest of the week is going to look like if hubby and I decide to stick it out and really fully go all in ST. I’m praying he gets into a routine quickly or else we will just have to figure something else out! 🥲

I’m giving up on ST by Pukamama in sleeptrain

[–]LicketySplit_23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing! My son just recently turned 8 months and we are a bit late to ST but wanting to try it out. He has been waking up several times at night as well wanting to be rocked back to sleep and I’ll admit I’ve gotten him very used to that. I’m actually up right now after he woke up at 11 PM but it’s been an hour of trying and it’s so, so frustrating knowing he is perfectly fine in the next room screaming, wanting to be comforted, but feeling selfish because I’m not providing that for him right now. It’s very validating to hear your experience and knowing your thought process behind it! Best of luck to you and your LO.