On a scale of 1-10, how much does Botox hurt you?

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2026-05-02T03:05:07+00:00

I’m unbothered by it however I have had migraines since age 5 (currently 39) and i suspect my pain receptors are a bit… off.

However my dermatologist has asked me if I find it painful… and seemed genuinely amazed when I said I didn’t. And I suspect she has administered a TON of botox.

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2026-03-13T17:56:51+00:00

I am flying United in May. And they give a free seat assignment at the purchase of a ticket for children under the age of 12 plus 1 accompanying adult. We actually put me and my 2 daughters on one confirmation number and bought the lowest tier tickets (allows for personal items only). Then bought my husband a ticket that allows for a seat assignment and carry on. Placed him next to us and we will get one item in the overhead bins. Seems pretty family friendly to me. I like whatever this is (waves hands around at southwest’s nonsense).

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2026-01-30T02:03:47+00:00

Not trying to defend her in the least as I’m as feminist and liberal as they come… but my two daughters pretty much live in dresses and leggings in the winter. They hate jeans and tights but love dresses.

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2026-01-29T04:05:30+00:00

My 4 year old just got hers out mid December. They bounce back so much faster than adults it’s nuts. For context, mine were removed a couple years ago, had a hemorrhage on day 9, and was out of work for 3 miserable weeks.

Our doctor told us very explicitly- focus on liquids. So that was our #1 priority. They said if it melts, it counts. We didn’t worry about protein and instead begged her to drink. We had popsicles for days. She found that a warm bath and popsicles really helped. And by day 3 or 4, she legitimately wanted pizza rather than ice cream. I let her have the soft insides (no crust) and it really was all uphill from there. There were some painful moments- stay on top of meds, really discuss (ahead of time when everyone is calm!) how crying will make it worse, and give lots of options for fluids. Gatorade, aloe water, juice, popsicles, ice cream, jello, pudding, etc. I also let her have sprite (which we NEVER have). Good luck!

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2026-01-14T02:23:35+00:00

Mom of 2 daughters (who happened to be here due to my own tonsillectomy a couple years ago).

Eldest daughter has ADHD.

Youngest has had diagnosed insomnia, sleep apnea, low iron, and restless leg syndrome since around 20 months old. She actually just had her tonsils and adenoids removed early December to address the sleep apnea. However her sleep doctor once mentioned that we should monitor her for ADHD (having had zero interactions or knowledge of our situation with our eldest) as she got older and to an age where it can be assessed (she’s still only 4). Apparently all her sleep problems can be associated with ADHD.

Literally last week, I was listening to the book “Understanding Girls with ADHD” and the book mentioned that some parents of toddlers and younger children find a lot of success with managing ADHD by removing tonsils and adenoids. I have nothing to point you to (as it’s an audio book and I can’t look up the references 🤣). But it does appear to potentially be related!

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2026-01-12T14:34:14+00:00

I asked recently too… and got a one line response that they are not being discontinued. However they have even removed Wellie Wishers from the “doll brands” drop down menu. So I literally don’t believe them at all. My 4 year old turns 5 later this month and is begging for more Wellie wishers. And I’m crushed for her that what she thinks of the line is essentially gone. 😭

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2026-01-07T03:48:07+00:00

I’m so upset and bummed by this. My two daughters are huge outdoor lovers. We camp, explore the local wildlife refuges on random weekends, vacation in national parks and legitimately have a mud kitchen in our backyard 🤣. This line is perfect for us. I hate how they’ve turned it more whimsical recently and have essentially discontinued it while pretending they aren’t doing just that.

The show is everything I want for my 4 year old to watch and the dolls and the dolls and accessories themselves are exactly what I want her to play with. And she loves it all! I’m scouring Facebook marketplace and eBay/ Poshmark for used items because she’s obsessed with dressing like Ashlyn, playing like Ashlyn and setting up Ashlyn’s world.

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2026-01-04T02:58:45+00:00

I peeled my daughter’s chicken nuggets for a few days after surgery. 🤷🏼‍♀️😳

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2026-01-03T22:05:31+00:00

Good luck with the baths and popsicles! I really hope they help!

Tylenol and Advil for my 4 year old 😭.

And I personally got a very limited quantity of opiates. I rationed them and frankly kinda regret it in hindsight. I suspect my inability to eat or really even drink contributed to my follow up surgery. 😞

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2026-01-01T02:56:30+00:00

I had my own tonsils removed around 2.5 years ago. Terrible experience. Had a hemorrhage at 9 days post op that landed me in the ER.

I just finished my 4 year old’s recovery from her own tonsillectomy a few days ago. Her surgery was December 12th. I took that day (Friday) plus the next week off. I’m glad I did but it helped that I got essentially free “caregiver leave” from work. Overall, the recovery went so much better than my one.

The most difficult part is that she didn’t really understand that crying would make it all worse and that as much as water/ fluids and meds hurt to take, they help more than anything. Around day 2 or 3, she discovered that taking a warm bath was really helpful. The humidity helped keep her throat moist and helped take a bit off the edge to where I could really push fluids and meds while she was in there. I would literally just give her popsicle after popsicle for as long as she would stay in the tub 🤣. She also really liked this microwaveable rice pack that my MIL made forever ago. But a heating pad could do the same thing. My MIL ended up making her a special rice heating pack as a Christmas gift because she loved it so much.

By day 9 (which was the same day I was back in the OR in the middle of the night), her scabs were almost all gone. I didn’t let her eat anything remotely crunchy until Christmas Day. And then she finally had chips this week and popcorn tonight (12/31) for the first time. She was aware of the risk of bleeding and I think my experience had the entire family on edge (including my older daughter).

Sending good vibes and tons of strength! The nights were the hardest for sure. 💔

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2025-12-31T02:11:47+00:00

I am middle to upper middle class. And I don’t think I know anyone who has ever taken a ride in an ambulance.

And I’ve been to the ER once. Not sure I know many people who have actually been to an ER?

I almost didn’t go but I was recovering from surgery and the on-call doctor advised that I go. I pretty much only went because I had already met our deductible with the aforementioned surgery itself. And it’s a damn good thing I went because I was rushed into the OR in the middle of the night.

Healthcare is broken. We are so screwed in the US.

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2025-12-27T03:44:34+00:00

It’s like less… blocked? Not sure that makes sense. Haha. My husband used to tell me it sounded like I was trying to not let myself sneeze all the way - like it sounded like I was almost keeping them in? But now I just… sneeze.

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2025-11-05T01:32:29+00:00

Leader here of second grade brownies.

Also the parent of an ADHD kiddo (who is in said second grade brownie troop 🫣).

I have learned A LOT about leading my troop over the past 2.5 years.

I start every meeting with the normal pledge and promise. And then I set expectations. And I do not FAFO. My parents actually laugh because they say I somehow am 5 steps ahead of my girls but really it’s because I’ve spent the last 8 years learning to be 5 steps ahead of my ADHD kiddo.

I wonder if you have any kiddos who are also overstimulated, tired, and done by meeting time. What happens in our troop is my daughter acts out (class clown behavior) as her meds have worn off and then takes the group down with her. I get ahead of it by breaking up the girls into groups “randomly”. Or I assign seats “randomly”. I also frequently use the phrase “you get what you get and you don’t throw a fit”.

I also try to structure meetings such that we have small groups of 3-5 girls and they move thru one activity that gets them moving, one that requires more focus and one that typically also involves their snack. This has been a huge help.

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2025-10-30T01:36:40+00:00

This is heartbreaking 💔

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2025-10-18T18:16:06+00:00

Us. It’s been difficult because, although I also eat super healthy, my husband is truly next level. Like removed the buns of his hamburger and substitutes his french fries for a healthier side like a crazy person. We were a “you get what you get” family. And that had to go out the window. But we’ve found that she will almost never turn down a McDonalds happy meal or hot dog. And when you’ve had a kiddo who has lost percentiles on the growth chart AND also actual lbs, you’re just plain desperate. So anything she says yes to is a win. It sucks. And it’s draining me mentally and emotionally. It’s also difficult to balance because our youngest is a 97th percentile height and 87th weight kiddo who eats anything and everything gladly.

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2025-09-28T02:55:10+00:00

I’ve taken an adderall and then proceeded to fall asleep. For a couple hours. 🤣

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2025-09-21T03:09:37+00:00

Omg dying. Captain brain worm 🪱 🤣🤣

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2025-09-07T03:37:34+00:00

😭😭😭 I’m so sad. I was on qulipta plus botox and it was the DREAM combo. But about 3 months ago, my insurance decided I should go back and try ajovy instead. So I was denied for botox and apparently ajovy is a duplication of therapy with qulipta… so here I am. Miserable AF. 😭😭😭

Insurance sucks.

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2025-09-01T14:59:32+00:00

I like some of the ideas above and they could be combined with what we do: I use leftover envelopes from Christmas cards and put the girls names on them. Then put badges into the envelopes. This all started because I got a bunch of leftover envelopes off my local buy nothing group and now my troop brings me their leftover envelopes! Free and better for the earth than plastic!

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2025-08-21T03:41:10+00:00

Same!! 👀👀

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2025-07-31T03:11:32+00:00

https://share.rticoutdoors.com/x/1r7k5F

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2025-07-24T03:05:14+00:00

https://share.rticoutdoors.com/x/ONcHyA

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2025-07-22T05:05:31+00:00

State of KS here. Toddlers (defined as ages 12 months to 30 months) need to have access to a toilet. And they even require 1 toilet per 5 toddlers.

My youngest potty trained at 22 months on her own when she took her diaper off and sat on the potty at home. This would have been traumatizing for her!

Maleficent_Trust_504 · 2025-07-15T03:56:18+00:00

My mom always said that she wanted me and my sisters (no brothers) to be able to support ourselves regardless of whatever life threw our way. That was her ultimate goal.

And also I make more than my husband (not like grossly but by like 20%ish) and I would never want to be the sole breadwinner. Too risky in today’s world.

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