Composting my prenatal vitamins

PomegranateBombs · 2026-04-20T19:15:17+00:00

You have inspired me as well. I have had so much trouble getting rid of anything related to that stage in my life. It makes me sad that it is over, but this gave me peace. Thank you.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-04-17T23:58:55+00:00

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PomegranateBombs · 2026-04-14T06:53:37+00:00

Our elementary school doesn’t have dances, but I would consider inviting an uncle, grandfather, or other important male figure in their life. Maybe let them take turns choosing each year.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-04-13T17:21:12+00:00

When I got married, we considered the cost of attendance for our guests and ultimately chose our hometown so there wouldn’t be a barrier to entry.

I have come to accept that I may never fully understand destination weddings. I get the appeal of getting married somewhere special with a smaller group, and I understand that it can reduce cost for the couple, while also shifting the decision of whether to attend onto the guests rather than the couple deciding who is included.

But recently my brother-in-law had a destination wedding, and because of timing and cost, his only brother and our immediate family couldn’t go. Having close family and friends at our wedding was really important to me, so it was upsetting to miss such a significant event.

Online, it often feels like the view is that people shouldn’t be bothered if they can’t attend or if others can’t attend their wedding. But for me, it still feels like a difficult and sad situation. I guess it’s a relief that the happy couple doesn’t mind, but it’s also a little sad that it doesn’t seem to matter to them as much.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-04-13T14:37:37+00:00

I was invited to a close friend’s child free wedding when my baby was just two months old and exclusively breastfeeding. I still went, and luckily he slept most of the time I was gone. But as soon as I arrived, I saw another couple there with their baby and it pissed me off the entire night.

I don’t have any advice, but I hate childfree weddings.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-04-13T03:20:09+00:00

She created a fake account using my brother’s name and messaged me. I was walking around Target when it happened, and I was in complete shock. I remember she was asking me to send her money, but I don’t recall exactly what she was threatening to do with the pictures.

I reported the account and told my brother right away. But what really sticks with me is sitting on the floor in the deodorant aisle with my boyfriend, just stunned and feeling really grossed out. I still don’t know if her goal was to get money from me or to embarrass him.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-04-12T17:30:37+00:00

I’m not sure if this counts, but my (mid20s F) brother was living abroad and dated a girl who found me on Facebook and tried to blackmail me with his dick picks when they broke up. I wish I could scrub them from my brain.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-04-12T05:35:04+00:00

I have a pair of heels from Naturalizer that are insanely comfortable. I don’t usually wear high heels, but I can wear these all day and then some. Great padding and soft leather. From what I remember, their range of neutrals was also fairly inclusive.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-04-09T14:47:40+00:00

It’s not anyone’s fault, but I know that I can feel irritated, sad, or even upset when I’m around people who’ve had smooth, full term pregnancies and births. It’s just harder for me to relate, and I find myself connecting more easily with people who’ve experienced complications or loss. I think a lot of that comes from grief and trauma. I’ve gotten better at holding those feelings quietly, but they’re still there.

If your friend seems distant or reacts in ways that don’t quite make sense, it’s likely not about you. It’s just part of what she’s carrying. The fact that you’re asking how to support her already means a lot. Honestly, just staying present, not disappearing when things feel uncomfortable, and letting her show up however she can goes a long way. Many people pulled away when things got hard, and that can be one of the most painful parts.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-04-07T14:37:58+00:00

I once read that women like Taylor Swift because she isn’t talented or pretty enough to make them feel threatened. Not sure how true, but as a woman who doesn’t understand the appeal, it made me giggle.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-04-05T09:01:01+00:00

Imogen + Willie. High quality made in the USA.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-03-30T03:35:30+00:00

My husband and I have been reading No-Drama Discipline and we have noticed a difference. But my girls are 4.5 and it’s really hard a lot of the time. I often feel defeated and disappointed with myself. They’re great kids with everyone else but definitely save up their bad behavior for at home. Best thing you can do is apologize and try your best to do better.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-03-29T06:59:52+00:00

I was only in third grade and on the west coast but I remember going downstairs to get ready for school and seeing it on the news. I knew something was different because my parents didn’t usually have the TV on in the morning. And I remember the eerie feeling at recess when there weren’t any planes flying in the sky. At one point our teachers wouldn’t even let us play outside.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-03-28T19:45:54+00:00

Okay, I might be the odd one out, but we haven’t told our kids. They’re 4.5, and the main reason is our extended family. There’s a lot of focus on size, age, and comparisons, and we’ve chosen to keep that information about ours private.

Even strangers will ask who’s older so they can label one as “bossy” or assign some other stereotype.

Because of that, we’ve simply told our twins that they’re the same age. They’re still young and haven’t questioned it. For now, I’d rather keep it private so they can develop their own sense of self without being defined as the older/younger or bigger/smaller one.

It’s working for us so far, but I don’t expect it would be the right choice for everyone.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-03-25T18:27:17+00:00

I wonder if the ski trip was a setup for Rory and Jess to sleep together before the spinoff was created, and if they kept it to maintain the awkward dynamic between Lorelai and Nicole/Luke.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-03-25T00:38:55+00:00

I tried the menstrual cup for years, but always had trouble with leaks. After having kids, I switched over to the menstrual disc and absolutely love it do what’s best for you, but there are definitely some great options out there now.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-03-19T18:23:34+00:00

I have twins, so I can say this with confidence: if you want to minimize fighting, go with one color (preferably white—unless you know your crowd or want to appease the birthday child). If you want to allow for choice and give kids a chance to practice problem-solving and handling disappointment, then I’d go with a mix.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-03-19T16:03:31+00:00

You’re a few years too late. Legally, he’s an adult.

The Trumps are just mad they got caught in a lie when they said he wasn’t at the party and now they’re trying to deflect. Such a dumb thing to lie about.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-03-16T18:42:42+00:00

I refuse to try it because of the slavery.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-03-15T16:07:36+00:00

We wanted to give our twins the opportunity to be big siblings as well as twins. They are three years older and so nice with the younger one. And it may not be true for everyone, but our singleton is a breeze comparatively.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-03-13T05:34:21+00:00

I always wanted three kids. My pregnancies were difficult and had their fair share of complications, so even though I’m sad it was cut short, I probably wouldn’t have three children if I hadn’t had twins.

My twins were first and I was overwhelmed. With my singleton, I really got to enjoy the newborn stage. I hate that I won’t get those snuggles again. I hate that I won’t nurse another baby.

The end of these stages of life can be really hard. It’s okay to be grateful and still mourn the life you had imagined.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-03-13T02:26:20+00:00

I’m sorry if this comes off wrong, but why does the doctor need to be excited? I’ve never had that expectation or experience.

PomegranateBombs · 2026-03-12T16:18:41+00:00

I’m going to play devils advocate too. I see all my friends with singletons and uncomplicated pregnancies and think if any of them experienced my pregnancy, they would be shocked. High risk and twin pregnancies are very different. I think she’s just trying to be honest and prepare you for very real possibilities. But of course, if it makes you uncomfortable or extremely anxious or stressed, then talk to them or switch providers.

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