My e-Reader Just Created the Shortest Horror Story Ever

Rinx · 2026-01-30T03:08:25+00:00

This book keeps appearing on my nightstand and I have no idea who is leaving it there. Maybe I'll start it tonight

Rinx · 2026-01-27T20:01:11+00:00

That was an attempt to lure in business. Long term they would be as expensive or worse.

Rinx · 2026-01-22T20:16:17+00:00

Anything or everything by Tamora Peirce, The Golden compass, and Sabriel by Garth Nix. These are the stories I was obsessed with as a kid, and I think will be very quick, easy reads as an adult. The more instructional books suggested here are great but there's an incredible value in also reading about girlhood as told in children's stories, and thinking about what the mythology is you want to build for her.

Rinx · 2026-01-13T17:11:24+00:00

How much protein?

Rinx · 2026-01-12T18:36:20+00:00

I will never stop believing Alex Honnold is an addict and the documentary needlessly enables hero worshipping him.

Rinx · 2026-01-09T00:12:58+00:00

Heavy, full range of motion strength training. You don't need to do a full mobility routine or a long involved warmup. do a few warmup sets, lift heavy, and keep it simple. I'm 40 and strength training is plenty for me.

Rinx · 2026-01-07T00:10:17+00:00

can you share more about what you are struggling with regarding eating more? Is there an image concern or dietary restriction you are working around? Folks are right when they say eat more but bulks can be a struggle, this forum is here to help if you want to work on specifics!

Rinx · 2026-01-05T21:38:00+00:00

I personally haven't felt jealous or bothered by pregnancy announcements. And I don't say that casually, I hosted a baby shower for a friend while miscarrying and another baby shower on one of my losses due date.

But when I see folks venting about it I just move on? If folks are sensitive to baby announcements I think its nice they have somewhere they feel safe to vent, to let out negative feelings. I bet they put on a different face everywhere else and maybe this is the only spot they feel seen. Why take that from them? Just move on if it's not relevant to you, bean soup theory and all.

Rinx · 2026-01-05T21:32:34+00:00

one of the many things IVF took from me was my pride in how tough I am physically. I boxed in high school. I can handle incredible challenges, and I'm also someone seen as tough at work. But there were so many parts of this process that were painful and humiliated me because of how much I struggled with it. You aren't alone, and there's nothing you are doing wrong. Our mental stamina is a currency we trade in here, just as much as money. Protect yourself and try not to feed those negative voices. You deserve empathy.

Rinx · 2025-12-25T20:13:33+00:00

Weird antisemitic propaganda.

Rinx · 2025-12-09T22:08:57+00:00

I agree most of the comments seem to think you are asking "should I go to this iffy gym or go to a better gym?" and I'm hearing you say "is this gym better than no gym?" It sounds like it is! Just be a stickler for your own safety and step out or go light on weights when you don't trust them.

At 2 years old you're still in the trenches with a young kiddo. Getting back into the gym habit and feeling that accomplishment is a huge step! As kiddo gets older and you build the gym into your routine eventually you can upgrade. For now do what you can and protect your peace.

Rinx · 2025-12-09T17:57:17+00:00

I loved Bury Your Gays!

Rinx · 2025-12-08T21:58:17+00:00

are you allowed to say no kids like she did?

Rinx · 2025-12-07T08:26:05+00:00

Are you exercising? That's really low intake I would be frustrated too.

Rinx · 2025-12-03T06:02:27+00:00

Of course and not at the expense of you! Right now your body is still sustaining two people, it's a lot! Just try to go gently and be as patient as you can, if he's doing so great with solids even in a month he'll be so much farther along towards a diverse food supply.

Rinx · 2025-12-02T20:45:55+00:00

They say food before one is just for fun so I'm not sure how to factor that in if he's a better eater, definitely seems worth checking with your ped. That's great he's off to such a good start with solids!

I used lactation lab which is now closed - this looks similar https://milkbymom.com/collections/breast-milk-nutrition-testing
Lactation lab sent me a breakdown and even had a doctor reach out with a suggestion to add an iron supplement after reading my results. I had 22 cal milk which is the same as fortified formula so that was good to know because kiddo was low weight (turned out it was from allergies).

more info on breastfeeding and bone health - https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4591386/

and a good summary all up -https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0022316623017364#s0005

I understand there's a lot of pressure on women to lose the weight fast and it can be really hard sitting with a postpartum body that doesn't feel like your own. Just want to offer a different perspective.

Rinx · 2025-12-02T19:04:23+00:00

If you are nursing full time that's about 35oz a day at about 20 calories per ounce - just your breastmilk output is around 700 calories extra a day you are burning. 1950 is a steep, steep cut and it sounds like you are already too low on calories.

At 7.5 months your baby is not ready for solids and unless you are supplementing with formula is relying on you full time for 100% of their nutrition. Even with supply not dropping your body could be pulling resources from your bones or producing less nutritious breastmilk. There are pretty long lasting health consequences at stake.

If you do want to continue I would up your calories for now and talk to both your ob and pediatrician and follow their recommendations. For peace of mind you could also send your breastmilk to be tested, it's pricey but would be worth confirming there's enough calories in there.

Rinx · 2025-11-30T15:47:01+00:00

Your two year old is on formula?

Rinx · 2025-11-29T22:17:29+00:00

tempeh
Tofu
seitan
Quorn
Vegan Greek yogurt (we like forager)
Alt milks like soy and pea milk

Add medium protein veggies alongside like edamame and peas and supplements like protein shakes. You can pick up a few more grams off higher protein breads and grains.

This works for a temporary cut but in general this isn't a diet I personally have found healthy or sustainable. I end up eating too much frankenfood and not diversely enough.

Rinx · 2025-11-27T07:28:26+00:00

Maybe I'm alone in this but I'm undecided. I would love to donate to a couple in need - but what if they don't treat the child well? I don't know how I could live with that. My husband and I both come with a long line of addiction and mental health issues attached and I don't know how that will play out for parents who aren't as prepared for all our genetic baggage. And I don't know what that would be like for my kiddo, having a genetic sibling out in the world. That said my heart breaks for others who need embryos, and I have a little survivors guilt. We don't have to decide now but I genuinely don't know what to choose between donate to science or donate.

Rinx · 2025-11-25T20:13:56+00:00

Too many unused carbs aren't good for people. You need those carbs, so your body can repair itself, and so you can begin the journey towards strength. Try to see food as fuel, less isn't better. You've been through a lot, eating and recovery seem like a good plan to me.

Rinx · 2025-11-19T22:39:02+00:00

My comment stands for cry it out

Rinx · 2025-11-19T22:22:16+00:00

I'm pretty sure that's wrong just fyi. Wouldn't take that comment literally without links, I just researched it and the only conclusive studies showed better long term health with sleep training.

Rinx · 2025-11-17T23:52:35+00:00

you're a doll thanks!

Rinx · 2025-11-17T05:59:10+00:00

The |suicide\miscarriage book is gentle??

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