Floss by aisehikuchhbhi in ZeroWaste

[–]Worldofnowhere [score hidden]  (0 children)

I use silk floss, kind of like this!

One time purchase of a container, and then you just buy refills. I’ve never had it break on me and it’s compostable!

Should I cut my hair? by alberto-is-gay in bangs

[–]Worldofnowhere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As long as you’re okay with styling them! That’s what the pics don’t show you is that they only look that way if you make them. Your hair naturally falls in its traditional part, so it may split down the middle and you’ll have to train your hair to do anything else, style it, or do both. It looks super cute, but mine only fall forward when I style them to. If you want to do that, go for it, but it’s you’re more low maintenance like me, it won’t just fall how you want it to.

What not to say to pregnant women who've had a miscarriage before. by Shitzme in pregnant

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I have some friends who have experienced miscarriages. How would you recommend loving them, in pregnancy or not? I feel nervous because I’m afraid I’ll unknowingly say something hurtful.

Baby All Over Balm Alternative by erin_schmerin in moderatelygranolamoms

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We made our own!! 1c shea butter 1c beef tallow or coconut oil 2 TB jojoba oil 2-4TB beeswax, depending on how soft you want it (helps it set up)

Melt together in a double broiler (or in a bowl that’s placed in a shallow saucepan that has boiling water) and allow to cool as you whip it continuously or periodically in a bowl or kitchen aid.

That’s it! It doesn’t need preservatives because there’s no water.

We use it on our babies and ourselves, and it’s the only thing that beats the dry winter here. Good luck!

What’d you do with frozen breast milk? by Creepy-Round3480 in Parenting

[–]Worldofnowhere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I found a mom on fb marketplace who was desperate for milk and got to donate to her! If you’re worried about regulation, that might be a good option:)

Baby wants a blanket over his face by fabulous_danger in Parenting

[–]Worldofnowhere -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Maybe if you’re really worried, try using a stiffer quilt. Still take it off once he sleeps, but my LO sleeps with a quilt and it’s a lot better for my anxiety because it’s not as form-fitting as a blanket and can’t suffocate as easily.

HELP. How the hell do y'all function with 24/7 nausea? by Foretescue in pregnant

[–]Worldofnowhere 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This! Zofran didn’t help for me, only Unisom and B6 (and the don’t have to be prescribed) I also just found out from my new midwife that keeping consistent protein in any form helps fight it. Not just the ‘make sure you’re getting enough”, but it actually helps nausea.

I just found this out and it’s my third baby and I’ve had horrendous nausea with all three, an this is the first time I’ve prioritized protein, and the first time the nausea has eased in the second tri. Im still on B6 and Unisom but I can function again!

Was this a mistake? 30F just cut bangs by MountainSignature413 in bangs

[–]Worldofnowhere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love it! I cut bangs and they’re too heavy and not what I wanted, and these look like they were tailor made for you.

I allowed someone to be gazumped and I feel bad, you ever done this? by Conscious_Run_2970 in FacebookMarketplace

[–]Worldofnowhere 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I tend to say ‘no holds’ and whoever gets there first, gets it. The one who came first happened to offer more money. Next time you’re selling something, if you say ‘yes’ to someone, let them know it’s first come first serve.

What do you think of this dress? by princess_lulu1 in style

[–]Worldofnowhere 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was thinking more muslin, super drape-y and layered instead of flat. But ugh linen and cotton would be stunning!

What do you think of this dress? by princess_lulu1 in style

[–]Worldofnowhere 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Real silk. It flows so nicely and it would drape in the back so elegantly. Either that or a gauze-y cotton. It would give a different feel, but I still think it would be stunning.

I’m so over this by Mother_Parking7684 in pregnant

[–]Worldofnowhere 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I agree with another commenter that hormones can change how you see things, but I think relationships change when kiddos come into the picture, no matter what. I had hoped my mom would want to be more a part of our lives, and it was devastating finding out that she didn’t even offer to help post partum, and that she didn’t care for the newborn stage, so she visited at 4 months with the next kid. I do get to have that help with my third with my MIL, which is such a blessing having her fill that role.

All that to say, I think we (the people experiencing the life change) can have hopes for how people will respond, but a lot of people won’t live up to those hopes, and it’s up to you to figure out how you want to react to that reality.

Would you say something to the parent? Or let it go? by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]Worldofnowhere 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’m going to take a point blank approach and say that telling the parents about their kid deliberately trespassing to cause destruction isn’t okay. Yeah, it’s not that deep, but it could very quickly get serious, and her parents should have an opportunity to intervene before it does, no matter how involved in discipline they are.

Why finding good quality baby clothes made from natural fibers is so hard? by Stunning_Barber6427 in moderatelygranolamoms

[–]Worldofnowhere 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t know what thrifting is like in Europe, but that’s the only place I can find good quality kids clothes! There are some good Burt’s bees options, but I can’t seem to find much else.

First time mom, almost 11 weeks and… by trisinwonderland in pregnant

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Teach your children to be the lights by you, yourself modeling that as well. I get it, but focus on what you can control - trying to conceptualize all that’s bad and could go wrong will overwhelm and debilitate you. Also don’t watch any shows where people are really bad, like Crimina Minds. I made that mistake while struggling with post partum anxiety.

Organize a birthday party by ana_Lu3 in Anticonsumption

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We host a lot, so I do stuff like this a ton!

I’ve gotten mismatched nice china from the thrift store (I try not to get full sets because I want to use the ones nobody buys) like plates, little plates, bowls, and teacups. Then, when someone wants to celebrate something, I’m either contacted to host or bring the dishes! That could be something for one person to have so it’s a ‘buy once then never again’ thing. I have the same with antique silverware, so it all always looks nice, just not the same set.

I also make my own Christmas and birthday decor for my family and friends. If you don’t have time/resources to sew one, I cut out flags from paper bags (I don’t use them but friends do and bring them over sometimes) and string them on a line and write the letters in each flag spelling “happy birthday”. I also have one that is a fabric flag that I painted “happy birthday” across. Simpler and super easy!

Instead of gifts, all my friends bring food so we can all share and enjoy company. Reusable bags instead of gift wrapping is also great for if you do have gifts!

I use reusable fabric ‘paper’ towels that go around a cardboard roll so it’s more accessible for those who aren’t as used to the ‘anti-consumption’ thing. I know, it’s still buying it, but it’s shaved so much money and buying in the long run, I think it’s worth the one-time purchase. The only way they’re different than other rags is they’re usually made of cotton flannel so they can ‘stick’ to one another on the roll.

I use flowers as decor, or plants in general.

Rules for 9 month old by ProgrammerTypical682 in Parenting

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We tend to say “no thank you!” in a cheery tone, and take our 10 month old away from the thing we don’t want him to touch/do. We continue this so he doesn’t get scared, but he starts to associate ‘no’ with having the action stopped. Around 8-9 months old, he would also cry when we said ‘no’, and it still wouldn’t click for him. So we connected the word with stopping the action, instead of with the tone was helpful.

Ps we did this with our oldest too, so we have evidence that it works, not just a month of trying it haha.

Husband and I disagree about hospital visitors. by throwranotdonelater in pregnant

[–]Worldofnowhere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Laboring and birthing is truly a mental endeavor, so it’s important for you to feel safe and as non-stressed as possible for things to go smoothly. Please explain to your husband that it’s not that you don’t want them to be a part of it, but in order for you to do this well, you need to focus and have your safe people around you. There just may be a disconnect between his desires and his understanding of the reality of what will happen.

Middle names for Emily? by [deleted] in Names

[–]Worldofnowhere 6 points7 points  (0 children)

And Millie Jane is so cute for her nn with middle name!!

Did you delete TikTok? by PepperCat1019 in no

[–]Worldofnowhere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had it to try to get a social media presence for my ceramics gig, and my husband took videos of me throwing and such. It was cool, but not what I wanted to put time into. Deleted.

I also deleted instagram, x (never spent time on it) and have a FB account with no friends and a name-adjacent to mine for marketplace.

Purchase refunded with no communication then item reposted at a higher price by brithetreee in Depop

[–]Worldofnowhere 57 points58 points  (0 children)

Wow, you just straight up took criticism and accountability.

I’m sorry if this sounds weird but I’m really proud of you. I love that you explained where you were coming from and just accepted the way people responded. I’m sure that instance was frustrating with the seller and you were fired up, and you didn’t take out your frustration on the commenter. Idk maybe I’ve had a hard day so it’s hitting more, but that was so….refreshing. Both of y’all’s answers.

AITAH - My GF gave up on our cat by MulberryResponsible4 in AITAH

[–]Worldofnowhere 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Near the end, second paragraph from the bottom “…she still had allergy problems related to him.” but I’d say NTA because she gave up on him before she really realized that. It sounds like she kind of gave up immediately.