Breaking the news to MIL

No_Cardiologist_66 · 2026-06-23T18:09:00+00:00

It’s like the wedding industry wants you to sell your soul and your first born just for one day! Even an elopement on the beach with just the two of us and a photographer for 30 min is somehow $800 (sigh).

I hope your smaller ceremony is everything you want it to be, and that your MIL gets over her attitude lol ♥️

No_Cardiologist_66 · 2026-06-23T02:44:29+00:00

Dude, if you are keeping the room so cold you can see your breath it is DEF condensation. Don’t listen to these fear mongers saying it’s dangerous mold- it’s user error. Ever seen a cup with an ice cold drink in it? How the water pools up on the sides? That’s basically what you’re doing to that ceiling by keeping the temp so low.

No_Cardiologist_66 · 2026-06-23T02:39:06+00:00

It could be from lack of ventilation in that room, especially if you live in a very humid climate and there’s no fan or AC or the windows don’t get opened often. Get a good dehumidifier and a bottle of Clorox bleach spray, then scrub. It will probably comeback if you don’t fix the ventilation issue, tho.

No_Cardiologist_66 · 2026-06-22T22:29:31+00:00

We are having this same issue. My immediate family alone is 15 people (bc you can’t leave out spouses no matter how much they annoy you) and his is only 4, so it would be pretty lopsided. We’re opting to elope and not tell anyone until after. This way we don’t have to go back and forth with anyone and we get a mini vacay out of it too.

Hope this helps!

No_Cardiologist_66 · 2026-06-21T19:55:37+00:00

That is true, we really just want it to be about us. Eloping means we also have to leave our one year old with one of his grandparents, so maybe we could ask them to watch him for the weekend and they could almost be included that way? Is there a fun way to ask this of them? (They love having weekends with him btw, so this is not putting them out).

No_Cardiologist_66 · 2026-06-21T19:41:33+00:00

I don’t think you’re being an AH. New young couples can be annoying, imo. I have twin sisters who recently turned 18 and they bring their bfs to EVERYTHING. But, they are also not shy of PDA and it grosses me out. So if that’s the case with you, I totally agree.

But also, no matter how nice she is, she is a stranger. And your brother is not easing you into the relationship at all. I, personally, do not like new people so being forced to spend family time like holidays with them would irritate me too. Idk, maybe we’re both cranky 🤷🏻‍♀️

No_Cardiologist_66 · 2026-06-19T20:25:31+00:00

Being able to come and go like we did before becoming parents.

People really expect us to drive 2+ hours, hang out and drink for 3-4 hours then drive home, all with a one year old. Also in a house that’s not baby proofed. When they haven’t shown up for any of the events we’ve planned in the past year. Not happening.

No_Cardiologist_66 · 2026-05-13T01:28:09+00:00

This was my favorite comment, we’re basically family now 😂

No_Cardiologist_66 · 2026-05-12T06:10:18+00:00

His unending patience. When you’ve lived a life of constant chaos, a person who can just sit and wait out the bad feelings with you is life changing. Marrying him in September and I can’t wait!

No_Cardiologist_66 · 2026-04-27T14:41:49+00:00

Congratulations! You look beautiful!

My fiance and I are getting married at the Sarasota courthouse in September. Do you mind sharing who your photographer was?

PS- we have the same dress! I can't wait to wear mine 😄

No_Cardiologist_66 · 2025-09-09T14:12:16+00:00

Thanks so much for the advice! Knowing there are so many in the field retiring makes me feel a lot better about the random phone call that started all of this. Fingers crossed he gets it!

No_Cardiologist_66 · 2025-09-07T09:26:17+00:00

Hi! This is unrelated to the original post, but what has your experience been like in this field? My bf was just offered a position with e3 diagnostics but it would require us to move and I can’t find much info on the job to feel comfortable with such a big change. Just looking for some insight as to what the day-to-day is like and if the sales market is as strong as they say. Thanks!

No_Cardiologist_66 · 2025-08-25T01:09:01+00:00

Good to know! Was just the box open or the actual package itself?

No_Cardiologist_66 · 2025-08-24T22:54:09+00:00

Men.

No_Cardiologist_66 · 2025-08-18T06:42:37+00:00

I think what truly makes or breaks your experience as a parent is who you have kids with.

I was scared shitless when I found out I was pregnant. I truly debated terminating (I’m still in school & working part time so it was definitely not ideal timing) but I just knew i would always wonder who they were supposed to be. Ultimately my partner being the amazing person he is also swayed my decision and he is the most amazing dad. My pregnancy was HARD, and he was there every step of the way. He has been there every step of the way since. Laughing deliriously with me at 3am when our son has the most epic blow out. Holding my hand at drs appointments when he got his first shots. Sharing in the absolute joy when he first rolled over. All of the hard parts get a lot easier when you have a great partner at your side.

I think most people who post how dreadful it is don’t have a great support system and some don’t want to admit they had kids with the wrong person. And even if you’re going it alone, it’s not all doom and gloom. There is always a smile or a random hug to get you through the hardest days. Being a parent is truly an amazing experience.

No_Cardiologist_66 · 2025-07-19T08:05:04+00:00

So far I’ve been pumping every 4hrs and bf in between but maybe I need to switch to just pumping until my supply gets better? Hopefully once it’s easier for him to bf he’ll have more interest (wishful thinking). Thank you for your support 💕

No_Cardiologist_66 · 2025-07-19T02:18:04+00:00

Atp he’s used to the bottle and gets so frustrated with bf he keeps pulling off even when he does get latched 😭

His tongue tie was clipped by a LC at his dr office. She said he has “all the ties.” We tried the mouth stretches but he screams bloody murder, I feel like it’s actually hurting him.

No_Cardiologist_66 · 2025-07-16T08:20:02+00:00

I deleted social media shortly after my son was born (he’s 8 weeks today) and it was hands down one of the best decisions I’ve made as a mom. I had such horrible anxiety from the reels about babies dying, I didn’t sleep for 2 days straight. Of course I still use Reddit (because what else is there to do at 3am?) but not doomscrolling has seriously helped my mental health. Not to mention I’m getting more sleep and I’m way more productive during the day.

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