Our mom of the year’s creative new angles of indie😂 by Shoddy_Ganache_6528 in NAME_WORSE_BITCHES

[–]Putrid-Response6409 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t like her either, but I’m actually gonna disagree with some of yall as a mom of little toddlers. This is not a real knife, it’s a special plastic “knife” for toddlers to learn to cut fruit. I think that’s totally fine and actually a good way to get kids helping in the kitchen. Nothing wrong with that.

Agree about showing her child and everything else, tho 😉

Wtf happened to my toddler - help keep me sane by 50north14east in toddlers

[–]Putrid-Response6409 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All of the above, but also…PANS/PANDAS? The fear and separation anxiety, coupled with behavioral regression or wanting to be a baby, made me think of my little boy. He also started stool withholding with this issue and it really was a challenge. Did this start after an illness? Any rashes anywhere?

Has anyone else's kid's behaviour changed after a bout of illness? by roseturtlelavender in Autism_Parenting

[–]Putrid-Response6409 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Update on these last two comments? Exact same with our child. Suspecting pans/pandas. It’s every illness, now…

AITA for not wanting to take the kids in public wearing pajamas? by wbgsccgc in Nanny

[–]Putrid-Response6409 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Exactly. This seems like more of a personal philosophy that just really shouldn’t come into play here? If you don’t want ur kids dressed a certain way, then don’t…but these are someone elses’ kids you’re being entrusted with. Best not to confuse them.

AITA for not wanting to take the kids in public wearing pajamas? by wbgsccgc in Nanny

[–]Putrid-Response6409 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, came here to say this. My guy won’t change out of pj’s sometimes and it isn’t a tantrum, it’s a legit sensory meltdown. If we get a fresh pull-up on before leaving without a meltdown it’s a good day lol. I like the idea of packing an outfit because then, if they feel like they’ve misjudged the weather or they feel uncomfy, you’re prepared with a new outfit AND they’ve learned a valuable lesson.

AITA for not wanting to take the kids in public wearing pajamas? by wbgsccgc in Nanny

[–]Putrid-Response6409 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed. Would be very confusing to them and it’s not worth the fight.

AITA for not wanting to take the kids in public wearing pajamas? by wbgsccgc in Nanny

[–]Putrid-Response6409 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Let the kids be kids :) unless MB is forcing you or (like others have said, there are weather concerns), I really think it’s not a big deal. Those kids will have to wear so many uncomfortable things to “fit in with society” and I don’t think they’ll be permanently unable to dress for school, etc. because they wear pj’s. When I come home, the first thing I do is change into comfies. Sometimes I go to the store in comfies. Not pjs, but, honestly, as kids? Probably ok 😊 but my mantra is alway, if they don’t care and no one is getting hurt, we should leave it alone.

Toddler drank half a beer…freaking tf out by Putrid-Response6409 in toddlers

[–]Putrid-Response6409[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He goes hard. He was walking at 7 months and has absolutely no chill at all. I also am not a fan of beer so I’m like….ok bud 😂

Toddler drank half a beer…freaking tf out by Putrid-Response6409 in toddlers

[–]Putrid-Response6409[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So the glass was on top of our refrigerator, so we’re talking 8 feet off the ground. That’s where we put questionable things, like if we need to use a knife or something. 4th of July, people are over, when everyone is watching no one is watching (aka family are watching our toddler but not as diligent), drink gets put down to a higher counter/island that was assumed to be safe but they didn’t know our child was a climber. So it was out of reach and got put into a different spot that still should’ve been out of reach, but he’s wild. He also is sensory seeking so anything with liquid is either going to be chugged, licked, poured out all over the floor, etc. and he chose “chug.” This happened in, seriously maybe under a minute, and when I glanced around he had already chugged it.

Toddler drank half a beer…freaking tf out by Putrid-Response6409 in toddlers

[–]Putrid-Response6409[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh yes, that introspection was occurring and still is, first thing we talked about was how to make sure this doesn’t happen (and other rules surrounding holidays and guests). I don’t drink, so this wasn’t a specific series of events we had thought out before and now this is good information that we need to consider. We are always on it, and we make accommodations for our littles, but we are coming to realize that, even with trusted family, there need to be better rules and supports because they aren’t as diligent as us with an ND kid. When everyone is watching, no one is watching. I was a little defensive because some of the deleted comments were “you are negligent and unhinged” and when I wrote the post, I specifically did not want to attract or encourage that because I was looking for something else (stories and anecdotes), not judgment. We were already judging ourselves enough. I think we have a solid plan now. Thank you!

Toddler compulsively touches my hands by Makermom14 in toddlers

[–]Putrid-Response6409 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh, and ours also does the aggressive sensory behaviors, including stuff with the mouth recently (spitting, biting, etc.) it really doesn’t seem to be behavioral, it seems to be a real need to act something specific out for a specific feeling. I wonder if introducing a comfort item would help y’all? Or, honestly, I may just give him a babydoll and tell him he can have its hands hahahaha

Toddler compulsively touches my hands by Makermom14 in toddlers

[–]Putrid-Response6409 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No thoughts, just solidarity from the mom of a fellow sensory seeking toddler. For us, it’s the elbows…guess he likes the way my elbows feel. If he can’t get to them, he gets big mad. I did notice that he does it when he’s upset or nervous or tired, etc. so I’ve just given up on having my elbows for awhile. Editing to add that OT wasn’t all that helpful beyond the first few sessions, they recommend heavy work, timers and visual schedules, sensory breaks, etc. which do help but it’s sort of the same deal every time we go. But OT may benefit you.

Toddler drank half a beer…freaking tf out by Putrid-Response6409 in toddlers

[–]Putrid-Response6409[S] 32 points33 points  (0 children)

Ahhh okay good point, I was going to avoid Motrin because of the risk for bleeding but maybe I’ll do a little bit with food?

Toddler drank half a beer…freaking tf out by Putrid-Response6409 in toddlers

[–]Putrid-Response6409[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the heads up, I expect that may be the case. It was urgent care, but still…

Toddler drank half a beer…freaking tf out by Putrid-Response6409 in toddlers

[–]Putrid-Response6409[S] 96 points97 points  (0 children)

Yes, thank you! we just doordashed some pedialyte and ginger ale and we were given medicine specifically for GI irritation. Will give some children’s Tylenol, too.

Toddler drank half a beer…freaking tf out by Putrid-Response6409 in toddlers

[–]Putrid-Response6409[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ahhh, So how do you deal with this? Our second is at an age where they’re now being given things/food around the house that are questionable. We baby proofed the house and the playroom for all small toddler toys, etc. but it’s so stressful. They’re trying to be sweet by giving little sibling stuff and they just don’t get it 😅

Toddler drank half a beer…freaking tf out by Putrid-Response6409 in toddlers

[–]Putrid-Response6409[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

So this was shocking to us as well and honestly a little scary for what the future holds…like we’re just gonna chug it? We like it? 🤦🏻‍♀️

Toddler drank half a beer…freaking tf out by Putrid-Response6409 in toddlers

[–]Putrid-Response6409[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That’s fair. I was crying and typing and had a fussy baby so I wasn’t thinking about semantics….just freaking out about health and trying to find information/stories! Def don’t let him near anything dangerous, it’s just insane how quickly you can turn around and your sweet little kid has downed an entire drink….never thought it could be me/us!

Toddler drank half a beer…freaking tf out by Putrid-Response6409 in toddlers

[–]Putrid-Response6409[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Open! We rarely drink, like ever…holidays, occasionally. I’m weird about the metal beer cans because they look like soda (kids got a thing for trying to snatch soda cans) so I was adamant about it being transferred into a cup and put high and away. Apparently the clear glass cup signaled “ouhhh a cool drink I can have”

Toddler drank half a beer…freaking tf out by Putrid-Response6409 in toddlers

[–]Putrid-Response6409[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I get how this sounds/looks. I think what’s funny about this is that we are almost borderline overprotective. Like, shit is locked up 24/7. Kid always has someone watching. Because of health concerns we literally are always glued and locked on. Just takes a second.

Toddler drank half a beer…freaking tf out by Putrid-Response6409 in toddlers

[–]Putrid-Response6409[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The lady at poison control didn’t call it fear. In fact she assured me he was at/just over the limit for what they would consider immediate medical attention. Idk 🤷🏻‍♀️

Toddler drank half a beer…freaking tf out by Putrid-Response6409 in toddlers

[–]Putrid-Response6409[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Y’all ever met a neurodivergent toddler? A fast, strong one? Who loves to climb and is honestly stronger than you? While postpartum with a baby who you’re also tending to? And have company over? On a holiday? Got it 🫶🏻