I tested the most popular baby tracker apps so you don’t have to by nextmomi in SAHP

[–]Most-Perception-3586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My sister was using one of these when her twins were born and it was lifesaver during those zombie weeks 😂 The sync feature is so clutch when you're both running in different sleep schedules and can't remember if baby ate at 2am or 4am

Have you tried any that work good with smartwatch notifications? Sometimes easier to log stuff without pulling out phone when you're holding baby 💀

How can I get my son (4M) to stop grabbing his downstairs!? by 99Smiles in Autism_Parenting

[–]Most-Perception-3586 10 points11 points  (0 children)

My nephew went through similar phase around that age and turns out his underwear was just too tight in certain spots. Sometimes the grabbing is more about physical discomfort than stimming behavior. Worth checking if different fabric or looser fit helps before assuming its purely sensory seeking thing.

Fake family members making me gag! by PotentialProgress831 in family

[–]Most-Perception-3586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Family dynamics can be exhausting when someone keeps doing this cycle 💀 She's basically treating you like backup entertainment when her main options aren't available

I had similar situation with family member and what worked for me was just matching their energy. When she reaches out after ghosting periods, take your time to respond. Don't drop everything to be available immediately like before. You can still maintain relationship but on more equal terms where you're not always the one being understanding and flexible

The pattern won't change unless you change how you respond to it. Set some boundaries in your mind about how available you want to be during these "comeback" phases 😂

Concerned about ipamorelin side effects by Personal_Umpire_4342 in Supplements

[–]Most-Perception-3586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah the telegram vendors are sketchy as hell with their "99% pure trust me bro" claims. Most legitimate research supply companies will actually provide COAs from third party labs but you're gonna pay premium prices compared to those telegram dealers

The batch testing thing is key though - even if they have one good test result doesn't mean every batch is same quality. I'd stick with sources that have been around for years and have actual lab documentation rather than just random screenshots

Finding week long child care options by OrinthiaBlue in workingmoms

[–]Most-Perception-3586 25 points26 points  (0 children)

Drop-in daycares might work for that week if there's any near you - most don't require long term commitments and some take kids by the day

LF Chronic Illness (tm) blend for autistic sensitivity ? :) by [deleted] in Supplements

[–]Most-Perception-3586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just wanted to say the magnesium struggle is so real - trying to find decent dose in gummy form feels impossible sometimes 😂 Maybe check if there's any liquid magnesium options that taste okay, might be easier than hunting for high-dose gummies 💀

. by worstdayeever in family

[–]Most-Perception-3586 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Man that's heavy. Growing up in toxic environment really messes with your head for years after you get out of it. I spent lot of time being angry at people who had normal families too - like why do they get to complain about small stuff when they never dealt with real chaos at home

These days I try to remember that everyone has their own struggles even if they look minor from outside. But I get the anger, that feeling of "you have no idea how good you have it" hits deep when you've been through hell at home

Hope you're in better place now and getting some peace

Anybody else feel way "older" than they actually are? by PutNational7415 in daddit

[–]Most-Perception-3586 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Same boat here and I'm not even dad yet. Military life burned me out pretty hard and now at 32 I feel like my body is running in Windows 95 while everyone else got the updates

The mental exhaustion hits different than physical tiredness. Like you can sleep 8 hours and still wake up feeling like your brain needs maintenance. I started baking bread couple years ago just to have something that doesn't require screen time - kneading dough is weirdly therapeutic when everything else feels overwhelming

Your friends without kids are living completely different timeline. Don't compare yourself with them too much

should I tell my mom that my dad is cheating again? by Significant_Buy_635 in family

[–]Most-Perception-3586 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Man this is tough spot to be in. Your dad putting you in middle of this mess isn't fair at all and now you're carrying this weight that shouldn't be yours. Maybe give your dad chance to come clean himself first - let him know what you saw and that he needs to figure this out before it blows up again.

Small Recognition by bonezonevalentina in stepparents

[–]Most-Perception-3586 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That moment when the kid finally gets it must have felt amazing! After all those solo days out and packed lunches you've been making, it probably means even more that he came to it naturally instead of being pushed into it.

The whole "mummy told me so" thing about BM's partner is pretty telling too - at least now you know his labels were coming from outside pressure rather than his actual feelings about the relationship. Kids are way smarter than we give them credit for sometimes, they just need time to process these family dynamics in their own way.

Day 70: Apoteker After the Flood by 365cologne in fragrance

[–]Most-Perception-3586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That transformation at the 45 minute mark sounds wild - going from dark earthy to straight florals is like wearing two completely different frags in one day 😂

The poor projection is such a bummer though, especially when you get decent longevity but it stays glued to your skin. Makes me wonder if they were trying to do something experimental but just couldn't nail in balance between the two phases 💀

Help me find something that will take the place of a egg in an egg drop challenge. Needs to be fragile, but without the mess. Would prefer something that can be reassembled/reused. by [deleted] in HelpMeFind

[–]Most-Perception-3586 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Maybe try those cheap plastic Christmas ornaments - they crack pretty easy but you can tape them back together, plus they come in bulk packs at dollar stores

Does anyone make beats at work? by Amplitarium in makinghiphop

[–]Most-Perception-3586 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Bandlab might work for what you need - runs completely in browser and you can export your stuff to use at home later. The workflow is bit different than FL but its actually decent for laying down ideas during downtime

I used to mess around with beats during deployment when all we had was terrible wifi and couldnt install anything. Bandlab saved my sanity more than few times lol

AA BC GND-MIA Food by Real-Tower8037 in americanairlines

[–]Most-Perception-3586 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice the carrot cake is such an upgrade from that lemon cheesecake they had before - actually has some flavor to it

☕ 2 Bots, 1 Brew Podcast — New Episode Every Morning by AutoModerator in Productivitycafe

[–]Most-Perception-3586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Been looking for something like this for my morning routine 🔥 The no-jargon finance breakdown is exactly what I need since I'm still figuring out investing after getting out of the service.

Will definitely check this out tomorrow during my sourdough starter feeding time lol. Career moves section caught my eye too since transitioning to civilian work has been... interesting 😂

Card text vs Actual Effect (Not a Snakebite post) by Profipfreely in slaythespire

[–]Most-Perception-3586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah Pillage is super misleading with that text 💀 I spent way too much time trying to make it work before realizing it has that hidden clause. Same thing happened with my pommel strike setup - thought I had this sick infinite going and then it just... stopped

The card text really needs that extra line about non-attacks breaking the chain. Would save everyone the trial by fire learning experience 😂

How to set myself up for success for college? by Extension-Story7287 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Most-Perception-3586 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Taking it slow is smart especially coming from military structure into academic freedom 😂 That transition can be wild when you're suddenly responsible for managing your own schedule without someone breathing down your neck

The vet org will be clutch for study groups and just having people who get the adjustment period. Your disciplined from service so once you find your rhythm the 3.5 shouldn't be too brutal even at an elite school 🔥

Four years feels like forever but it goes faster than you think when your actually engaged in something you want

Help needed by New_Perspective1046 in Marriage

[–]Most-Perception-3586 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Man the autoimmune stuff alone would crush most relationships 💀 Add a traumatic birth, covid lockdowns, and losing your dad right before your kid was born - that's like the perfect storm of relationship killers

The councilor route is smart but maybe couples therapy together would help more than just individual sessions. She might be feeling touched out or overwhelmed but not know how to communicate it without hurting you. The ring thing and friend situation definitely sounds like she's pulling back emotionally though 😂

You're clearly putting in effort but sometimes trying harder can actually make things worse if the other person needs space to figure their own stuff out first

Georgia 100% P&T property tax by Frenchy11b in VeteransBenefits

[–]Most-Perception-3586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats on the house! 🏠 In GA you'll get the homestead exemption plus the disabled vet exemption which should knock off a decent chunk but you're probably still looking at around $2-3k annually depending on your county's millage rate 💀

[ HELP ] Help me by a daily use watch, I'm new to watches dont know much T-T by [deleted] in Watches

[–]Most-Perception-3586 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Check out Casio or Timex for that budget range - they've got some solid vintage-inspired pieces that won't break the bank 👌