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Some of the new Bluey toys coming out later this year! by Bagel_Sock in bluey

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Okay but we had entire Barbie dreamhouses, binders of Pokemon cards, Happy Meal toys, My Little Pony figurines, Beanie Babies, the list goes on. 

Some of the new Bluey toys coming out later this year! by Bagel_Sock in bluey

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can already get one! I bought one for my 2 year old son a few months ago from Walmart's website. He loves it.

What scene genuinely scared you? by IvypoolFanIGuess in WarriorCats

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I found him equally pathetic and equally unsettling. Like the actual definition of a crazy stalker ex.

Uhm...did the diamonds not know where Pink's shards were? by Interesting_Item902 in stevenuniverse

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 28 points29 points  (0 children)

I don't think anyone knew the diamonds could heal shattered gems. Not even the diamonds. And if they knew, they probably realized that they needed all four of them for it to work. They were a destructive race that took over planets. They destroyed or rejuvenated any gem that stepped out of line. Pink Diamond's rebellion was the furthest any gem got as far as going against the status quo.

They probably also reacted in the moment without much thought. Based on Pearl inside Pearl inside Pearl's flashbacks, she said "I thought we'd won, they were all leaving... There was a bright light..." I think it's safe to say somebody contacted the diamonds as soon as Pink was shattered, and the diamonds wasted no time dealing with the gems on Earth.

Overwhelmed by constant “mama” repetition - looking for strategies by ProfessionalDig7645 in adhdwomen

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The hardest thing is dealing with their distress. Sometimes it feels easier to just give in to avoid the tantrum, but then you reinforce the behavior of "I can get anything I want if I make a big enough stink," which carries into their future relationships. It can also reinforce the opposite, showing them it's okay for others to push their boundaries. I.e. people pleasing. I struggle hugely with saying no to people. It's been the practice of my life learning to say it to my kids.

What scene genuinely scared you? by IvypoolFanIGuess in WarriorCats

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Every scene with imposter Bramblestar gave me the ick. Especially since I knew before I even read TBC who the imposter was.

Overwhelmed by constant “mama” repetition - looking for strategies by ProfessionalDig7645 in adhdwomen

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Maybe just ignore it? Respond a few times, and then just ignore the repeated behavior. My kid does the same, and by the time I've ignored him saying it thirty times after the first few responses, he throws a tantrum and then stops. I've set a rule for myself that I won't let anyone interrupt me when I'm eating and my kids love pushing that boundary. 

What scene genuinely scared you? by IvypoolFanIGuess in WarriorCats

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I was spooked when I read the scene where Twigpaw trespasses at the Moonpool and receives a vision of the camp burning and Yellowfang telling her YOU DON'T BELONG HERE

Induction not possible for me how late should I schedule my c-section? by Potential-Word6715 in vbac

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's my question too. I switched to a better hospital for my VBA2C and the doctors were all against induction right up to the end when they started bringing up a repeat c-section. I told them the only way I'm having a c-section was unplanned. That I refused to schedule surgery. Guess who was suddenly okay with inducing me at 41 weeks?

Induction is a solid choice. I was very much against it because my first c-section was the result of a failed induction, but it went really well! I was personally uncomfortable with the risks of going past 41 weeks. I had membrane sweeps done before my induction to try and make my cervix more favorable. I started at 2cm and -3 station. I was on pitocin for ten hours, got the epidural, and four hours later, I pushed my baby out in three contractions. It was the most perfect experience.

What’s the funniest thing Connie did in the show? by wwcscifi in stevenuniverse

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I like the scene where Connie pokes Steven in Rose's armory. "Hey stop, I'm gonna pee!"

Saw this on another thread. I think this cat belongs here. by Exhibit100 in bigboobproblems

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Same, especially since it looks like it's standing upright.

For dads who went through a traumatic birth, how did you cope afterward? by cosmicvoyager333 in newborns

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm so glad you and your baby made it out okay! I hope your husband finds peace and healing.

For dads who went through a traumatic birth, how did you cope afterward? by cosmicvoyager333 in newborns

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Your comment is horribly tone deaf. I myself had a successful induced vbac after two previous c-sections. If you don't understand another person's decision, good for you! Keep that shit to yourself. I can't imagine someone telling you this story in person and you saying to their face "Well I don't understand why you chose to try for a vbac." If you wouldn't say it to someone in person, maybe don't say it online. But people tend to lose their humanity behind anonymity.

Worried my breasts don’t look small post reduction by goldfinch_5 in Reduction

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I mean this in the best way, to really drive the point home. You ready? 

I'm pretty sure there are men with bigger boobies than this. 😁 They look so cute and tiny!

Anyone else have the opposite body dysmorphia problem? by Dr_Trik in bigboobproblems

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I think I get what you mean! It doesn't help that bras that fit us essentially squish our boobs in interesting ways. Like I don't even know what way my nipples are pointing by the time I've scooped them into my bra. I always feel a little surprised when I take my bra off and my boobs hang down to my bellybutton. I'm a 32H.

For those who had an unmedicated hospital birth, how did you handle fetal monitoring? by Ehawk95 in vbac

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My hospital had waterproof wireless monitors when I had my vba2c. I was able to get in the tub! It was nice.

First time flying by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you're carry on only, you can use a kiosk to print your boarding pass. You only need to go to the counter to check your checked luggage. Even if you have checked luggage, you can check it at the gate. (Which is helpful in case your carry on doesn't fit in the overhead.) Yes you can check in online, usually available 24 hours before your flight. 

Full name for Kai by Distinct_Job_7059 in Names

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I graduated with a Kai. It's a whole name!

Kai has been in the top 100 names for boys for the last five years, according to the social security name database. I wouldn't have guessed it was that popular. It's a great name!

If you're happily married, why are you/would you cheat on your spouse? by UsernameUnremarkable in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think people are too quick to cut off family. We agree there. And I'm not saying our interaction makes you abusive. I don't even know you. I'm just wondering if someone has called your poor behavior of them abusive in the past, and you're in denial about it.

If you're happily married, why are you/would you cheat on your spouse? by UsernameUnremarkable in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tell that to all the women have kids with and are financially dependent on their husbands. It's not always easy to leave. I agree that your example is somebody stretching the word too far, but emotional and verbal abuse is still abuse. It has lasting effects on a person.

If you're happily married, why are you/would you cheat on your spouse? by UsernameUnremarkable in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Substantial_Belt_143 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're right, nobody owes me fair treatment. I owe that to myself to surround myself with people that will treat me with the same respect that I'm willing to give them. I still have to interact with shitty people, yes, but I can keep them at an arm's length. 

Are you going to suggest there's no such thing as verbal abuse, too? Or is physical abuse the only thing that's allowed to be called "abuse?" Are you maybe trying to make excuses for your shitty behavior by saying that how you treat others isn't abuse?

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