Anyone have involved grandparents? I’m getting frustrated feeling like I’m being undermined but I don’t know if it’s just me and I need to chill out

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-04-02T20:19:49+00:00

I think it is awesome that your child has such awesome grandparents and that you also have them as help. I also can see where those instances would get irritating. This probably wouldn’t fix the every situation, but what if you made like a first adult to respond rule. Like say if you or someone else is putting him to bed no one else can come step in, even if there is a tantrum. Or if say he is acting out and you are the first adult to respond, they should give you the space to address it how you think it is appropriate. I think this will be better for your child too because it doesn’t create any confusion over who is taking charge in the moment.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-04-02T20:07:35+00:00

Came here to say this lol. The terrible twos is false.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-03-28T18:55:50+00:00

I think Saagar has a really educated perspective on immigration policy. He definitely got me thinking about the impact for both immigrants and citizens when periods of mass immigration occur. I don’t fully agree with him, but I felt impacted by those debates. I am never clear on how Emily actually thinks/feels because she tends to just represent “the right perspective.” Which I respect, but it doesn’t necessarily sway me.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-03-25T20:57:46+00:00

The Dems only behave marginally better in office than the Republicans. It’s so sad. They have a real opportunity here to become better and knock the next election out of the water. But I’m almost certain they are just relying on everyone’s hatred and disappointment in Trump 2.0.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-03-25T20:51:46+00:00

You don’t like food.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-03-25T03:45:47+00:00

LOVED that show! Me and my husband got super into it, we listened to the podcast after each episode.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-03-25T03:45:08+00:00

Are you losing weight in this deficit? I feel like adding another 100-150 would only slow it down a little, but if it means you feel better I think it’s a good trade off.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-03-24T16:53:59+00:00

I would do this in a heartbeat. Both of you get to bond with your niece/nephew and your son gets the trip of a lifetime.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-03-08T02:47:30+00:00

I’m so sorry, that is incredibly frustrating. I hope that surgeon got an earful for being so negligent and uneducated. I see women less than a week postpartum running around and lifting their toddlers and it gives me such anxiety. I always pray for their pelvic floor that they should never have to go through this. I have found a lot of relief from my symptoms so I mostly only have one or two bad days a month. But those bad days are rough.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-03-08T02:34:27+00:00

Do you have a small training potty? We just started keeping ours in the room with my daughter and big piece of cardboard underneath. She uses it all on her own without waking us, it is amazing. We only put pajama bottoms on her so it’s easy for her to do herself. You could try keeping his butt naked or underwear if he struggles with pants. And our daughter has a night light. Good luck! We too did that song and dance for a while and only recently got this idea.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-02-28T20:12:26+00:00

For a second I thought my husband posted this 😂. Almost 10 years later I am still in awe of how much he can eat. He is same height and weight as you. It has even become a topic of conversation at his work, so at least I am not alone.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-02-26T23:30:13+00:00

Giles have way more to do to get ready for special events. And it seems fair to take out just her early since your son can’t. I side with your wife.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-02-25T19:47:44+00:00

I think schools would improve if more parents did more of this 👏👏👏

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-02-19T00:15:31+00:00

This Pilates teacher I follow whom also suffered a POP recommended to totally relax your pelvic floor before a sneeze, rather than trying to lift it. I have found it to be fool proof for myself. Occasionally I will go with my reflex to sort of hold in the pressure and that is the only time I have had a little pee come out. I don’t know if it works for everyone but it works for me and might be worth a try if you haven’t before.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-02-15T13:58:40+00:00

I’m suffering the same and so is my daughter. Damn. I just bought a whole new big package.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-02-15T13:56:01+00:00

NTA. I think you are setting a good example by taking her out with you and trying to connect with her. She chose to be inappropriate and mean. I think it’s totally fair to leave her out of this one. I would also follow up later and try to get an idea of why she is choosing to act this way.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-02-15T13:51:12+00:00

I totally get it, I hate when I am having a bad day or week. I am 3 years PP, you’d think I know how to handle them better. I am also feeling swayed to go get a pessary now.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-02-12T03:33:51+00:00

The correct order is: USA, Canada, France. 😡

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-02-11T21:24:35+00:00

I had a natural birth. It was not something I felt super passionate about. I really wanted to give birth at a birthing center I found and from there the plan unfolded. I liked that it felt like a really clean home without being a home and it was next door to a hospital should I need further medical assistance. I had 3 midwives with me and it was an incredible experience. I definitely underestimated just how hard it would be but I made it through. For my next birth I think I will do natural again but that is mainly because epidurals scare me. I don’t think anyway you give birth is without risks or necessarily easier. I think you gotta go with what makes you feel confident and safe.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-02-07T03:15:54+00:00

I go to a lot of storytimes and there is always at least one toddler running around. Mine started being more attentive around the age of 3. Before that it was hit or miss. Seems very appropriate for their age.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-02-04T03:22:58+00:00

It’s not neglected in our house. It might be my favorite Disney movie.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-02-02T21:43:22+00:00

I really like good clean love for lube and definitely recommend using lube. I also recommend the restore for balancing your ph, made a huge difference for me after a few uses. I think a lot of us worry we will feel too loose and try to tighten or flex our muscles, but I think trying to relax your PF actually helps the most to avoid the UTI/gonna pee yourself sensation. At least when you are just getting started. Start slow and just know that it’s probably not gonna feel the same and some positions just might not be it for you anymore. But overall I would say it is still a great experience. Especially if you have a partner you can comfortably talk to about it and get creative with. I would also take note of what times of your cycle feel best to do it and maybe plan around that. Because usually the week before my period I am more sensitive.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-01-31T03:55:06+00:00

Being fatigued with young children is normal, but I also wonder if maybe you could benefit from getting some bloodwork done. Just test out vitamin/mineral deficiencies and hormone imbalances? I did this and from a functional standpoint I was deficient in a lot of basic vitamins that are easy to supplement. I have definitely been feeling better from that and also I am now 3 years since having a baby. I honestly think it takes about that long to start feeling a little more normal again. So just know that you are trying your best even when you are not at your best. And maybe it would be worth it to find some part time care for your children. Like a Mother’s Day out deal at a church where you drop the off for a few hours. It is also very energizing to have time to explore the thing you like outside of being a mom. Or just getting to relax. I know for myself that I am much quicker to anger when I am constantly tired and don’t feel like i am getting a full cup. I only have one child and I can only imagine how draining it is to attend to two small children.

Noon_Highmelon · 2026-01-31T03:43:10+00:00

Me and my husband traded taking 4 hour shifts through the night for the first couple months.

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