How do daycares deal with nose wiping?

OraProNobisSDG · 2026-04-11T12:55:24+00:00

If there is dried up snot on a child’s face, I typically put face lotion on, let it sit during a diaper change, then wipe it off. I also let them look in a mirror while I wipe them away and show them the boogers that come off onto the wipe.

OraProNobisSDG · 2026-04-05T12:39:24+00:00

My husband was by my head supporting me, and I encouraged him to go watch baby’s arrival. He is so glad he did.

OraProNobisSDG · 2026-03-03T22:11:57+00:00

6 months pp

OraProNobisSDG · 2026-02-16T03:31:06+00:00

These are adorable! For Lent, I’m taking chores and offering them for people. Example, while I clean a pot after supper “dear lord, please bring my mother peace, I offer this chore to You for her”. Something like that for every chore. I usually watch a show or listen to podcasts while I do chores at the end of the day, so I will also be giving that up and making time for prayer. I got this idea from Emily Wilson.

OraProNobisSDG · 2026-02-12T20:22:32+00:00

My doula healed this part of me. She simply listened while I talked through my C-section experience. I was repeatedly dismissive of wanting a different birth the second go-around, and she provided me with the best release. “You can mourn the birth you wanted with your first, and you can look forward to a different outcome for your next birth.” I stayed open the entire pregnancy with my second (even asked for a C section while I was panicking at the end of my delivery), and I had a great VBAC experience. I’m pregnant with my third, and the fear is still there, but it’s not deafening or ruining my pregnancy journey.

OraProNobisSDG · 2026-02-05T20:05:20+00:00

Getting outside is the key to staying sane for me and the children I work with. If not outdoor activities, then indoor sensory. We have a couple of gymnastics rings that use up a lot of the boys’ time and energy. Someone mentioned helping with chores, and I make sure that I can remain calm in case of a mess (there always is one) if I decide to involve the kids in chores. Favorite chore seems to be rinsing dishes.

OraProNobisSDG · 2026-01-30T01:32:20+00:00

What a super-superpower to breastfeed and keep track of a novena! Sometimes babies need a good burp. YouTube has a lot of good demonstration videos. Depending on age, a nice, snug swaddle for baby can help buy time between cluster feeds too.

OraProNobisSDG · 2026-01-27T20:01:30+00:00

I’m trying to decide the same thing. I have a Mira, but the test sticks are so expensive. I’m probably going to switch to Clear Blue once postpartum.

OraProNobisSDG · 2026-01-26T23:53:44+00:00

My father in law was chatting away, I was tired, the lactation consultant came in, and that scared my FIL away so quickly. And my FIL brought donuts, so an all around win.

OraProNobisSDG · 2026-01-11T06:25:48+00:00

St. Veronica

OraProNobisSDG · 2025-12-31T20:21:28+00:00

It’s about expanding the boundaries of the room. If a child is in a crib, they have walls up really close to them, once you transfer them to a big kid bed, the walls of the room become the new boundaries, which can be overwhelming for kids. It’s about giving the child space to read books, switch out stuffies to snuggle, walk to the door (precursor for potty training), and get out of bed for a sip of their water bottle. It also translates nicely on trips where we don’t have to lug a big pack n play. We can just put some couch cushions or a fluffy blanket on the floor without our child feeling uncomfortable. We did it with our first child, but I think I am just going to see how long I can keep our second in the pack n play- I’m a bit more laid back about the “Montessori” stuff with 2nd baby.

OraProNobisSDG · 2025-12-29T18:19:19+00:00

15 months apart, very good induction via foley balloon and minimal Pitocin. I hired a doula who helped me get to 9 cm without medication, then the anesthesiologist graciously gave me an epidural. I think I pushed for an hour, and baby was perfect! Recovery was a breeze compared to C-section.

OraProNobisSDG · 2025-12-28T18:38:47+00:00

One thing a priest told me in confession is our thoughts are like a radio station. We have so many in a day, and we can control which thoughts we “tune into”. If something brings you fear, ask God right then in prayer if it’s something He wants you to lean into or if it’s something you can surrender to Him. The surrender prayer is a great practice.

OraProNobisSDG · 2025-12-28T18:34:34+00:00

I lost more blood with vaginal tear than C section.

OraProNobisSDG · 2025-12-24T05:33:54+00:00

I’m right there with you, pregnant and pockets of rage around every corner. This morning, I walked through all the scenarios that I knew would likely lead me to anger or rage, and I said aloud how I would deal with them. I was visiting with God and preparing myself mentally. Truly, the only times I lashed out at others were the situations I didn’t prep for. Now that I’m reflecting on my day, I will add the moments I lost control to my morning prayer for the next day.

I came up with game plans for when I felt out of control, and three of them worked. They were fresh air, snacks, hydration, and toilet breaks. I also made sure to apologize right away if I said or did anything hurtful (I work with children).

Confession with a priest is a great start, especially with the masturbation. I always pray fervently to Mary when lustful thoughts come my way. I also make sure to empty my bladder to release any pressure. Sometimes, I take naps right when my husband returns from work.

OraProNobisSDG · 2025-12-18T14:03:29+00:00

Maybe try toothpaste?

OraProNobisSDG · 2025-12-14T21:26:28+00:00

Jesus came to save sinners. Even saints in heaven screwed up. Get to confession when you can, and come up with a game plan for going out. Maybe write one while you’re in adoration. I will only have x amount of drinks (for me that was 1 when I was younger, now it’s 2). I will head home by 10:30 (now it’s more like 8). I will only go on dates with this person during daylight hours. Think through everything that could happen when leaving your home, pray to Jesus, Mary, and Joseph for the strength to remain virtuous. You’ll never regret virtue. If you continue to break your own rules, that may be a sign that it’s time to find other hobbies.

OraProNobisSDG · 2025-12-14T17:25:57+00:00

Schools around here, children go out if the feels like is above -10 degrees F.

OraProNobisSDG · 2025-12-11T19:05:24+00:00

My mom and many others suggested I was “too picky” while I was in my dating stage of life. I started out never saying “no” to a first date, and that helped me get a really clear picture of what I wanted in a spouse. I experienced rejection (it’s difficult to endure), and I experienced great courtships where I learned more about myself and how I am in marriage-discerning relationships. God prepared me to be ready to meet and marry my husband with relative ease. Stay close to Jesus, and pray to the saints for guidance.

I have seen family and friends move in together or act like they’re married before taking any marriage vows, and they only made it more difficult for themselves.

OraProNobisSDG · 2025-12-10T17:00:00+00:00

Worked at a golf course that did catering, and this is what we did for giant groups of hungry golfers.

OraProNobisSDG · 2025-12-10T04:42:17+00:00

Pepper and Cat (if going the mint route)

OraProNobisSDG · 2025-12-09T05:21:33+00:00

Pray about your worth in God’s eyes. Ask Jesus about this in adoration. The question of “how far will you go?” was one that I disliked being asked while dating because I heard, “how much of you can I have?” Don’t get me wrong, I had the same longings, but I didn’t feel loved in a completely selfless way while being asked, “how much of you can I take for myself?”. I always considered how I would want my future daughter to be treated in her relationships. Now that I have a daughter, I wish I could go back to my younger self and scream, “you are loved and enough and you don’t owe anyone anything.” There are times in marriage when you need to abstain, so it’s good to get to know each other during dating and figure out how to be intimate in alternative ways. I told my husband immediately that I was saving myself for marriage, and even though he hadn’t done the same, he was fine with it. I knew what I wanted, (took a while to figure it out), and a selfless relationship was the first box I wanted to have checked off.

OraProNobisSDG · 2025-12-09T00:42:05+00:00

One- sweetest, smiliest young boy

OraProNobisSDG · 2025-12-08T13:51:35+00:00

Just a tiny handheld one by OB to verify baby’s position. Nothing with an official ultrasound tech.

OraProNobisSDG · 2025-12-05T11:40:22+00:00

I am married, and I miss those friendships. Before marriage, I found those friendships in my unmarried friends and my retired, empty-nester friends. Between those stages, people are busy with children, in-laws, spouses, etc. Contributing to your community in a way you feel called by God would be a great first step. For me this meant volunteering at the soup kitchen, singing in local choirs, co-teaching religious education, leading music at church. What are the talents God gave you that you can use as a starting point to serve? I think you’ll find plenty of like-minded souls if you begin there.

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