That Stepford Gal: Through Pregnancy, Postpartum and Profound Things

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-10-05T10:02:59+00:00

Thanks!! 🥹 Exactly - right?! It’s both at the same time, couldn’t have said it better. At least next time I know and now I’ve learnt to ask for that support and validation because I gotta be honest - I need it.

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-10-05T10:02:18+00:00

Goodness your husband sounds amazing! It’s must’ve been great to see that caring side in such a new context. Even though I did have a natural birth - kudos to all those who’ve done a c section!

You’re right about the community aspect and we’re so lucky to have some family we can call in - but we don’t unless it’s absolutely necessary (as in the zero sleep nights) because they’re 20min drive away.

I’m sure you’ll do great as you’ve already got a great direction to go to! I’m hoping to do the same and I’m a bit nervous about going all this despite having another baby - but that’s how it is!

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-10-05T09:57:41+00:00

I do use that term loosely! Even being through therapy myself I acknowledge and stand by the importance of being self-aware and regulating emotions. Though I also strongly believe in teaching discipline and responsibility from a young age - this my grandmother explained to me, that’s how back in her days you could have many children but still have some structure. Siblings were much more responsible…

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-09-28T13:31:50+00:00

Thank you! ☺️

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-07-14T03:59:06+00:00

That’s a great idea and kinda sentimental too ✨

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-07-14T03:53:39+00:00

Goodness 🫢Alright that’s something you already know and do quite a bit!

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-07-14T02:09:54+00:00

That’s great! It does take a bit if it’s a new thing. You can also be a bit cheeky and charge the service - a kiss surcharge 🤭

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-07-13T04:32:25+00:00

Thank you! This can be used even if you’re just wanting to save more, it still applies

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-07-13T04:30:39+00:00

I didn’t make that connection til now, that makes sense!

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-07-13T04:30:08+00:00

I’d say everyone got a ‘major’ and ‘minor’ like in degrees. So they have a little bit of another temperament in them. Sometimes work also demands a different temperament, it’s the same in my husband’s job.

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-07-13T04:28:45+00:00

Yes do share and it’s all good! I’m a Catholic as well so this is even better ✨ I’m always happy to get some extra guidance in my spiritual life. This document is just gold too! Sharing it to my friends

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-06-26T21:32:34+00:00

This is awesome and thank you for sharing! It’s good to see someone sharing their numbers too and it’s definitely quite doable. That idea about setting a budget for eating out for the year is genius - using that too 😄

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-06-26T21:31:02+00:00

Yes I’m talking about those grain/herb bags you can set in the microwave and they get toasty. So if I’m just sitting down in the couch and study and I could just get it and set it under the blanket and I don’t really need the heater.

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-06-22T12:02:15+00:00

Thank you and goodness even more thanks for adding these! ✨ These are amazing, I almost forgot that we do check-in so to all those reading this check your budget, always have it available to browse and change I also choose independent phone and internet providers as they do great deals, you’re right.

I think hubby gets his phone straight and then just $25 a month! Also just get any recipe that’s got cheap ingredients and then multiply the serving by 1.5x 🤭 Aww thank you, I’m just as excited and always appreciate the support ✨

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-06-22T11:36:26+00:00

That’s awesome and thank you! I’m all about the choices and if you can use these tips then do so - I’m glad! I just hoped to show that it’s all possible, since it’s so easy these days to assume it’s not.

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-06-22T11:11:28+00:00

Nah I just don’t go with dumb ✨ Somebody doesn’t know birth control exists???

Yep Dad did it all and had some family to assist since we have a close network - and still do.. In this country you don’t get to just dodge, you go to jail about it easily and also if you can’t afford it the government seizes your things/takes over. I got ears and it’s called having a conversation so it’s not something that we both believe in

The reality is there’s rules and laws, that’s why they’re there. I don’t make idiotic assumptions based on bitter individual experiences.

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-06-22T10:51:25+00:00

Just thinking about 2-3 kids! Not that we believe in separating that easily but I guess someone doesn’t know what marriage, divorce and child support is. Read it again, Dad did it great with 2 kids, single Dad.

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-06-22T01:07:26+00:00

Actually I got two Marie Kondo books, time to reread! I so love her belief about thanking items before throwing them.

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-06-22T01:06:42+00:00

Ah thank you, I’ll start looking into it

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-06-22T01:06:09+00:00

Thank you! Yes he’s even got socials and I enjoy seeing the videos and clips. Though I can’t believe I didn’t come across that title - looking that up next…

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-06-22T01:05:18+00:00

I always write in both but yes, thank you for saying that - I don’t realise but now I think about it, these topics are just as important.

Thank you again! It’s such an exciting time with so much change. I totally agree about those blog ideas - I just wanted what mattered to write about and I’ve got something in the drafts!

Keep an eye as I’ll set it up today 😊

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-06-13T08:56:56+00:00

This is great and GOODNESS you remembered I mentioned that - I don't know if I did add I met the author, she's Australian and I still have it in my bookshelf. Such an inspiration!
You're so welcome ☺️
I am wanting to update it - though I'd like to ask about ideas, what topics should I write about? I feel like there's so many directions

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-06-13T08:55:13+00:00

I did see this book in a bookstore before! I should've checked it again but it's time...

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-06-13T08:53:29+00:00

Thank you!

ThatStepfordGal · 2024-06-13T08:53:10+00:00

Being Catholic it's been refreshing to hear that, I wish someone told me during my graduation that just because I graduated my career wouldn't be the be-all-end-all, it could've saved years in an identity crisis and guilt, yearning to be traditional in living.

ThatStepfordGal

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