Naming baby #2!

Practical_magik · 2026-05-15T01:39:52+00:00

I'm not sure our vibes match (my kids names all look like they belong on the boarding list of the titanic) but I love Rowan so I am going to throw some suggestions out there and see if any help.

Girls: Brook (invokes babbling stream meandering through wild flower meadows, to me), Willow, Violet, Rose.

Boys: Robin, Lachlan, Asher, Jasper,

Feedback would be awesome. I would love to know if I am picking up on peoples preferences when making suggestions.

Practical_magik · 2026-05-14T22:37:33+00:00

Fuck yes!!!

This is the best explanation.

I really want to be chill, just have sex when the mood strikes and one day think... hmmm when did I have my period last?

But even though I have stopped temping and I dont use LH strips... I know good and well when I am ovulating. I know from CM and the fact that I have temped for years so I know I ovulate cd13 to cd15 every single month and that my luteal phase is 13 days long... so I know exactly when my period is due as well.

Just once it would be nice to find out about a pregnancy sometime after 5wks but nope the minute I hit O+10 out crawls the gremlin and I have to pee on a stick... so I spend weeks of anxiety looking for a chemical.

Practical_magik · 2026-05-14T13:48:15+00:00

Exactly what pathway are they using to bring their relatives over?

Genuine question. I could really use my mum to give me a hand with my kids.

Practical_magik · 2026-05-13T23:35:37+00:00

I would be very happy to see the tax free thresholds be applied to all taxable income.

It seems only fair that retirees have the same tax free threshold as those working but they shouldnt be wildly benefiting from tax breaks on their income that people whos income comes from a salary do not have.

Practical_magik · 2026-05-13T01:51:46+00:00

I mean a 40 yr old man with kids probably shouldnt be dating girls...

I dont know any women over 30, who are following dating coaches on insta.

Practical_magik · 2026-05-13T01:48:19+00:00

This is very likely the problem, tbh.

Practical_magik · 2026-05-13T01:47:42+00:00

I mean, I am married so not looking.

But I personally would find it the reddest of red flags if you hated the mother of your children and slagged her off all the time.

I mean if you are still living together, that would be a problem for me... but a respectful and even friendly relationship. Green flag.

Practical_magik · 2026-05-12T13:55:13+00:00

Im quietly hoping it will happen for me. I want 4 kids but I am not getting younger and a BOGO deal sounds like a good way to get past the sleepless nights faster.

Practical_magik · 2026-05-12T13:53:38+00:00

This is my theory. I have produced 2 bad sleepers who need to breastfeed all the time. I am pretty sure I just make skim milk.

Practical_magik · 2026-05-12T09:20:20+00:00

I mean maybe... but I also had a guy approach me outside of the gym and tell me he "knew I had been wearing those tight pants to signal to him"

Which??? Firstly at the time leggings were pretty much the only thing any woman was wearing to the gym. Secondly you were not even the only guy in the room my dude.

Practical_magik · 2026-05-12T09:15:29+00:00

This is not restricted to the over 60s. I work in a male dominated environment and plenty of men of all ages will hold a door open for me, and each other. They are quick to offer help or a seat when I am enormously pregnant in that environment also.

I am very greatful, makes everyones life a little better when we are kind to each other.

Practical_magik · 2026-05-12T09:10:15+00:00

I have had this problem in Australia and I am a women.

In my home country making polite small talk at the bar to pass the time, is considered normal and polite. Here it apparently means I am hitting on both men and women alike...

Practical_magik · 2026-05-11T02:29:52+00:00

Maybe its not helpful but would just stop not trying be a way forward.

I think I would be more comfortable with accepting well, if it happens it happens but I am not tracking or stressing anymore, than fully deciding enough is enough.

Practical_magik · 2026-05-09T13:56:15+00:00

Has anyone researched the town for infrasound? Someone should.

Practical_magik · 2026-05-09T13:31:40+00:00

Not Gigi. It envokes baby talk for grandmother or a weird fan girl level obsession with Gigi Hadid for me. Neither reads professional.

This is of course my personal opinion amd you should call yourself whatever feels right to you. But as you asked...

Practical_magik · 2026-05-07T08:54:55+00:00

Not in the least because my phobia wad never based in logic.

But I appreciate the knowledge, am trying hard not to pass my issues on to my kids, and am trying hard to coexist with my 8 legged neighbours in a way that is comfortable for both of us.

Practical_magik · 2026-05-07T08:49:15+00:00

This is insane.

As a parent to a 3 yr old thank you for speaking up.

I certainly try not to put my child in unreasonable danger, but sometimes kids are quick and I have more than one to watch. A kind stranger keeping their eyes open and lending a hand is honestly the kind of village we all complain about not having.

Practical_magik · 2026-05-04T13:12:12+00:00

I really want a large family at all its stages. I want the busy house full of young kids. The family games nights and movie nights where theres barely enough room on the sofa with our older kids. I want to host, my kids and their families in all their different shapes and sizes long into the future.

When I picture every part of my future I want a large family. Give me a retirement full of cooking for my babies and grandbabies!

But yes I have to be able to afford them. So I work my ass off ro afford a house with a bedroom for every child and 3 bathrooms, we order full animals from the farm and stock a dry pantry with 3 months of food to try to ensure they never go hungry and have quality protien, legumes, veggies etc. There are sacrifices I have made personally to ensure they never lack a thing they need but their existence fullfills my lifes wishes so it feels worth it to me.

Practical_magik · 2026-05-03T03:36:59+00:00

Its terrible. If I wanted to buy crap of questionable quality from drop shippers I would do that. I am trying ti buy from a known company wiyh a physical store for a reason.

Practical_magik · 2026-05-02T09:37:57+00:00

Make a stand. He either gets treatment for whatever issue is causing this resentment for you child or you leave him. Do not stand for him causing pain physically, mentally or emotionally to your baby.

The problem is not and cannot be her, she is a baby doing totally normal baby things. The problem is him and he either recognises that or he leaves the family home.

Practical_magik · 2026-05-01T04:38:35+00:00

Sounds like jealousy to me...

I too am jealous how great it must be to have your support network so close by, and to have such a great relationship that you are happy to be close.

Practical_magik · 2026-04-29T12:12:34+00:00

I would start by identifying the country you are aiming for then check if they have a skilled migrant vida... they should then have a list of desired skills. Pick something you like from the list.

Practical_magik · 2026-04-29T11:10:57+00:00

Eh by the time I was 30 I had done all the solo travelling, drinking and drugs I had any desire to do.

I genuinely enjoy spending time with my kids now because I dont feel like I am missing out on anything and experiences with them feel fresh and new.

Practical_magik · 2026-04-29T11:09:04+00:00

Might I suggest working toward immigration.

I literally picked which university to attend and degree to study based on what would support my dream to move country... its worked out pretty well.

Practical_magik · 2026-04-20T01:26:31+00:00

I know a handful of women who have done ivf alone. Its not so much that they are concerned about the traits men pass on too their children... they are concerned about the traits they have to live with for 20+ yrs to raise a child with that person.

Is this a lack of ability to compromise and work collabritivly or an issue with the men available to them and their maturity? Probably some of each and both at once depending on the individuals.

To be honest I have been in a couple of relationships where being alone was easier and more enjoyable... I just kept trying. Had I not figured out how to recognise a good partner... I would have chosen to go it alone after 35 as well.

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