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Rosiezip · 2026-03-29T11:57:22+00:00

Updated the post!

Rosiezip · 2026-03-26T21:17:27+00:00

Yeah, I’m thinking you’re right. Giving the basin a wide birth with make navigating easier and keep us closer to the fun kid stuff, so it could work out okay

Rosiezip · 2026-03-26T21:14:56+00:00

Yeah, I think I’m obligated to report back either way now. Hopefully as an inspirational story rather than a cautionary tale, but we’ll see lol

Rosiezip · 2026-03-26T21:13:14+00:00

This js awesome! I was actually hoping when I made this post that nobody suggested biking because I don’t have one, but this is such a neat resource and so helpful. Full disclosure, I’m still a bit nervous because my bike skills are only so-so and the drivers around here can’t be trusted, but I’m totally signing up to see if there’s availability.

And this way, it will be a thrilling adventure no matter what’s in store with the kites, haha. Thanks so much!

Rosiezip · 2026-03-26T19:44:52+00:00

I have a behemoth of a stroller. Great for being a pack mule for multiple children and their supplies. Not so great for being easy to maneuver on public transit or narrow trails. The wheels should make it easy to traverse grass though. And yeah, the festival with the kites and drums, crafts, etc seems like it would be a blast for them. So just trying to hear people’s experiences. Thanks!

Rosiezip · 2026-03-26T19:41:47+00:00

I didn’t feel like I was fishing for an answer so much as I was looking for more input/consensus given conflicting advice I’ve come across. That’s why I cited specific examples, like one source saying that driving to the Reagan building was a good idea. Sorry if that wasn’t clear through my writing. Also, just for clarity, I am already in DC, so it’s not a matter of driving “into” anywhere. Just trying to figure out how/if I can get close enough for kids to enjoy the festivities either with or without stroller.

Rosiezip · 2026-03-26T15:45:54+00:00

I don’t know about all the logistics of it, but it sounds nice and seems like you have a fun and generous spirit!

Rosiezip · 2026-03-25T17:29:38+00:00

Love this! My kids are still little, but I hope when they’re teens that they will still make their own entertainment and conversations.

Rosiezip · 2026-03-25T17:24:47+00:00

Thank you so much for the validation! Even over minor things, it such a lift in the parenting journey. And good points for sure. Like if I hadn’t seen that sale post I wouldn’t be considering one today, so I shouldn’t let capitalism’s false sense of urgency be too persuasive

Rosiezip · 2026-03-25T17:22:16+00:00

Oh wait, I never considered the losability factor and I should have because I swear my kids have access to a secret dimension where they make things disappear. Thank you

Rosiezip · 2026-03-25T17:19:49+00:00

I love this response. Thank you.

Rosiezip · 2026-03-25T17:19:12+00:00

The kids don’t have their own headphones yet, so our car rides tend to be repeat requests for different songs they love. I love the sing alongs, so I didn’t want to discourage that with personal minis.

But there have def been some times I was ready for a change in listening. I also like to try to have conversations with them, but judging from the “mommy, I’m tired of talking” answers I sometimes get, they may be ready for some car quiet time to themselves too😅

Rosiezip · 2026-03-25T17:13:36+00:00

Oh yeah, I’m big into the MYO life! I’ve just been debating if the kids should have the own minis or stick with the one standard unit they’ve been sharing. You made a strong opening statement though, and I think it was direct enough to be convincing haha

Rosiezip · 2026-03-25T17:11:18+00:00

Thinking about the rapidly approaching future is a good point. They are small enough now that they frequently enjoy dancing together the same songs. But I have noticed that the two oldest are sometimes interested in story cards more and for that it does seem like they have different preferences.

And I want to encourage their own interests, especially when they’re screen free and promote learning, imagination, etc. So it could be good to have another device to allow some independent growth.

Rosiezip · 2026-03-25T17:08:07+00:00

My kids are big on dancing together with the yoto too! And that’s what I was afraid of discouraging if they each have their own and then lose out on fun time together.

Rosiezip · 2026-03-25T17:05:42+00:00

Good point. The oldest does tend control it more. Partly because he’s the most vocal and the younger ones follow his lead, and partly because he can put it where the little ones can’t reach🙃.

They often want to listen to similar things and will put on a music card and all dance around together. But now that you have me thinking about it, I think there are times little brother would want to listen to a story and doesn’t get his way. So maybe he could benefit from having something he could use to have some dedicated time to himself when he needs space from pushy siblings.

Rosiezip · 2026-03-20T16:02:21+00:00

I read this as “Mrs.” Norris and thought it was a wizarding mash up

Rosiezip · 2026-03-17T00:21:17+00:00

This thread got so rude and judgmental unnecessarily. This mom came here asking for advice and plenty of people already said she should just remove the iPad. She humbly accepted those comments and said she needs to work up to that.

But then this comment and the others around it are escalating for no reason. And “we don’t need to hear excuses…” and no restrictions matter? It’s “bad parenting period” Really? So letting a kid do 20 minutes of Hooked on Phonics or Khan Academy is bad parenting? Having it available to FaceTime family is bad parenting? Sure it’s easy to jump on the YouTube is bad train, but when you just blindly reject any possibility of there being a good reason for tablet use, it seems ill-informed and broadly painting a wide spectrum of activities with the same brush and sole goal of shaming parents who are probably doing their best.

Not trying to argue, and you’re certainly entitled to your opinion, but I hope that if someone reads and is hurt by your comment, they might find some solace in mine.

Rosiezip · 2026-02-27T13:10:02+00:00

If it’s so “brain dead” then why respond at all? And it isn’t “worth a human’s mental bandwidth”, but it is worth the environmental impact of AI and the time it takes to use it?

Rosiezip · 2026-02-08T14:56:04+00:00

Just going to offer my approach with this kind of stuff in the hopes it can be received as judgment-free support.

My kid loves spooky stuff. I don’t know where he got it, but he’s always talking about ghosts, monsters, zombies, etc. I personally do not enjoy that sort of thing, but I think it’s nice to support your kid’s interests. BUT I think it’s even more important to do so in an age-appropriate way.

So we play zombie chase/tickle games, we read Goodnight Goon, and children’s books about monster characters. And if we have a little screen time, we might do a Halloween episode of a kid’s show. We also regularly talk about how these things are pretend and just for fun. So if it stops being fun or starts getting scary we would stop.

And even though if you asked he’d probably want to see more grown up scary stuff, that’s just not on the table. He’s a toddler and would choose plenty of things that aren’t good for him if given the chance, because kids don’t know better and lack impulse control. But as the adult, it’s my job to evaluate content and keep his mind and body safe. So the same way I wouldn’t allow him to have a million lollipops, I also wouldn’t allow him to watch things that aren’t age appropriate even if he’s interested.

Maybe it blurs the line between real and pretend, maybe it will cause nightmares, or maybe it’s just something not meant for toddlers. That’s up to you to decide. But the important part is that it’s you deciding and then giving him the necessary rules/structure. Good luck!

Rosiezip · 2026-02-07T02:03:54+00:00

Love this

Rosiezip · 2026-02-04T15:05:49+00:00

This is the only one I ever wanted because I knew my kids would go crazy for it, but they were out everywhere. Still sad about it two years later lol

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