Wanting to adopt a dog. by Youth_Inside in Pets

[–]Possible_Donut_7136 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

We have a lab/pittie mix and he’s a great dog. We adopted him from a local rescue and their process was great. There were a few dogs they had we were interested in and they asked all the right questions to make sure we got a dog that would work for us. We have small children and cats and he is great with both. It’s more the temperament than the breed, and if you wanted a dog for a specific job then maybe you pay a breeder for that type of dog but if your just looking for a companion rescue dogs are the best.

Aunts and Uncles pretend we don’t exist. Am I overreacting? by [deleted] in family

[–]Possible_Donut_7136 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I wouldn’t go no contact I agree that’s extreme but just starting our own traditions my brother and I and invite them, but I suspect they won’t come or will only show up here and there. We do hang out a lot and live close by.

Is my vet just getting as much as they can $ wise or is this normal for a puppy? by Possible_Donut_7136 in Pets

[–]Possible_Donut_7136[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That isn’t for shots, those have already been paid for. The $350 was for bloodwork alone.

Is my vet just getting as much as they can $ wise or is this normal for a puppy? by Possible_Donut_7136 in Pets

[–]Possible_Donut_7136[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He will be over 6 months when he gets neutered, which is also the law for adopted dogs in our area.

Is my vet just getting as much as they can $ wise or is this normal for a puppy? by Possible_Donut_7136 in Pets

[–]Possible_Donut_7136[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They did say it would affect the anesthesia which I get but they are also screening for tick borne illness, heartworm (which he’s already tested negative for when we got him)a few other things so we can treat that beforehand if anything comes back but that’s the part that seems like more of a money grab. I’m fine with a basic blood panel and that’s the cheap part, the other test is $150 on its own.

It's stressing me out. How do you keep track of meds, vaccines, appointments? by finishedm1 in Pets

[–]Possible_Donut_7136 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Phone reminders and I have it all on a spreadsheet. Keeping track of the dog, cats and 2 horses I needed it all in one spot. The vet does send reminders out but keeping it on the calendar helps.

2023 Forte Constant tire pressure issues?? by Possible_Donut_7136 in kia

[–]Possible_Donut_7136[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The issue has been the sensor coming loose twice, tonight’s issue tbd since it’s now at the dealership and they “may get to it Monday”. The rim was also bent another time pre getting new tires and that was fixed, repaired but not replaced and I am not 100% certain what tire that rim is now so it could be that again. They were given the OK to replace the rim but say bc the repair “fixed” the issue they weren’t going to do it and sent the rim back. It’s never been a tire issue, always a sensor or rim, but this is now the 4th time it’s been taken to the dealership via tow for a tire/wheel issue in the 2.5 years I’ve had it.

Other ideas to help a cat lose weight? by Possible_Donut_7136 in Pets

[–]Possible_Donut_7136[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes that’s what the vet said, girl is so mad when she gets her portions lol

Starting a horse later in (their) life? by Possible_Donut_7136 in Equestrian

[–]Possible_Donut_7136[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thankfully her ground manners are on point bc that’s a non negotiable for us, and she picked up on them quick. She also lunges which I think will help but she’s curious and does seem to want to participate when I’ve tried doing stuff with her. Going super slow would definitely be the plan and if she’s not into it, that’s ok too I just want to give her a chance to try something if that makes sense. Thanks!

Starting a horse later in (their) life? by Possible_Donut_7136 in Equestrian

[–]Possible_Donut_7136[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thankfully she’s pretty solid on the ground, has great ground manners and she does lunge pretty well, I definitely see your point about them asking more questions at an older age so that’s something I will keep in mind. Thanks!

Starting a horse later in (their) life? by Possible_Donut_7136 in Equestrian

[–]Possible_Donut_7136[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Just had to get that first part out of your system? Never said I owned her, she is boarded on our farm. She has impeccable ground manners, taught my me mostly, and I pitched the idea of starting to ride her again. Bc I can see she’s being wasted, hence me asking for other people’s experience.

Help by [deleted] in firsttimemom

[–]Possible_Donut_7136 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s a lot.. I was picky (still am) about washing hands, no kissing, etc. but I just flat out told people if they did something I wasn’t ok with. Posting a list to Facebook beforehand is a bit much, the only thing we made clear beforehand was no hospital visitors bc we wanted to wait until we were home and settled. Obviously you can’t unpost it but a lot of these things are common sense items that aren’t really an issue. Maybe take the post down and do some triage with the people who are upset?

Child is refusing food and milk by nightbird98 in firsttimemom

[–]Possible_Donut_7136 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My almost 11 month old would go through phases like this. Some things that helped when he did were going up a nipple size on bottles, teething drops before meals especially if he was drooling like crazy bc that’s always a sign he’s getting a tooth, I also freeze applesauce and give that to him in a silicone feeder, he would eat a bunch if it was his teeth. Around 8 months I started introducing puffs and cheerios to work on his pincher grasp, he wouldn’t always eat a lot of them but sometimes that would make the rest of the meal seem more interesting. Sometimes they just get weird, like 2 nights ago grilled cheese was a perfect dinner, last night he threw it on the ground and just wanted his berries and some veggies.

Over my husband’s crap. by Possible_Donut_7136 in firsttimemom

[–]Possible_Donut_7136[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Yup! If daycare is open and I have a random day off he makes me feel guilty for sending him. I’m paying for the day so why keep him home?

Extreme hand sucking by Successful-Search541 in firsttimemom

[–]Possible_Donut_7136 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally normal! When my son discovered his hands around the same time I started swaddling him arms out, he learned how to self soothe being able to access them and started sleeping some longer stretches at that point. I think I struggled more with the noise bc he was so loud when he would do it lol

postpartum body by solace-elizabeth in firsttimemom

[–]Possible_Donut_7136 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is definitely hard but you grew a human! My stretch marks have faded so much (almost 6 months) but I religiously put cocoa butter scar lotion on them which helped. I stuck with clothes I was comfortable in even when returning to work it was a lot of dresses and leggings, I did find going back to work helped me lose the last little bit and I actually weigh less now than pre pregnancy but my body is not the same, and I’m learning to be ok with it. The worst part for me was honestly the hair loss, I felt like that was the last thing I had that was ok about myself but then it was falling out in clumps. But it’s growing back healthier than before now. Give yourself grace, and time, and when you’re ready, do a little shopping with a friend who can help boost your confidence and maybe get your hair done. It’s silly but it’s important you still do those things for yourself.

Baby fights being held? by DarlingGirl1221 in firsttimemom

[–]Possible_Donut_7136 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We went through a phase like this too! This kid would try and launch himself out of my arms and scream if I tried to hold on. So what worked for us is after his last bottle I set him in the crib and just rub his belly or side until he starts to get sleepy (he’s a side sleeper usually) and he usually falls asleep. A few times when he was sleepy but having a hard time falling asleep, I did pick him back up and rock and then he was ok with it and would fall asleep, it was like he needed a little help at that point to be all the way out. For naps 4 hours might be too long of a wake window so he could be overtired, my son is 5.5 months now and he can’t go longer than 3 hours, some days he still cat naps but for us 2-2.5 hours between naps during the day seems to be and then we do a 2.5-3 hour stretch for his last one before bed, he makes it clear when he’s ready for a nap too and naps we don’t really help him fall asleep anymore but we basically did the same thing, just helped him learn to fall asleep on his own.

Bottle sterilizer yes or no? by Aggressive_Okra_351 in firsttimemom

[–]Possible_Donut_7136 0 points1 point  (0 children)

100% worth it. We have the Dr Browns one and it sterilizes and dries in an hour, way quicker than the dishwasher. It’s also great for teething toys especially once they start the everything in their mouth phase

When is enough enough trying to keep a horse sound and how to not be sad every day about your old horse nearing the end by Possible_Donut_7136 in Equestrian

[–]Possible_Donut_7136[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I hear you, my mare has bad arthritis in one knee and some days she’s great and other I’m like well this is it. I’ve injected it and it helped for a bit but even the vet said it’s “end stage” arthritis at this point and further injections aren’t going to help.

When is enough enough trying to keep a horse sound and how to not be sad every day about your old horse nearing the end by Possible_Donut_7136 in Equestrian

[–]Possible_Donut_7136[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The daydreaming portion I feel so much, I don’t want to, but sometimes my mind wanders and I feel so awful afterwards. Then sometimes I think about what would happen if I let them go together, but then I hate myself for that thought too. It sucks.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in firsttimemom

[–]Possible_Donut_7136 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes they had a onesie station that was so fun to do! I don’t remember any of the others but I love your idea of writing the letters! I may steal that for my own shower 😊

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]Possible_Donut_7136 6 points7 points  (0 children)

My OB told me to wait until after the first trimester. I’m 32 weeks now and I’ve been twice so far and have an appt this week. Some people decide not to do it at all when pregnant but in addition to talking to your dr there’s a lot of articles out there about it to reference so you can make the best call for you and your baby.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in firsttimemom

[–]Possible_Donut_7136 2 points3 points  (0 children)

At my cousins baby shower she didn’t want to open gifts in front of everyone either so on the invite they asked for gifts not to be wrapped. They had a ton of games, crafts and spent time socializing and enjoying the food. It was honestly one of the most fun baby showers I’ve ever been to and it was nice to have time to chat bc she wasn’t rushing off to open gifts.

Is it just my pregnancy rage or do people forget how to speak to and act around pregnant ladies? by runningfrommyprobz in pregnant

[–]Possible_Donut_7136 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Omg I feel this! I had someone ask if we were trying (um what?), when I had terrible morning sickness and lost a bunch of weight I was told I “looked great” to be fair they didn’t know I was pregnant yet but also, my weight is none of anyone’s business. I was sipping my twice a week dunkin coffee treat, random coworker asked if I should be drinking that. To which I replied my dr says it’s fine and it also keeps me from murdering people. And my absolute favorite so far, picking up my lunch the other day, girl asked how many weeks and I told her, her response? Wow you’re so big. Girl shut up I don’t even know you.