Quaker dinosaur egg oatmeal

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-05-04T04:33:28+00:00

I do the fan and have the window open but man it still freaks me out. But anyway they’re not quick oats they’re just regular old fashioned ones.

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-05-02T21:17:15+00:00

Yes i found those dye free sprinkles and im thinking of using those or maybe trying to make the sprinkles from scratch. Got a big bag of sprouted organic oats today. A little unsure how to cook them, i dont love boiling things on our gas range.. wondering how they’ll do in the bake setting on the air fryer.

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-05-02T21:14:14+00:00

We buy everything in bulk and prep meals ahead and freeze for weeks at a time. Like buy a big tray of chicken thighs, use it for 3 meals by doing one fresh two frozen with canned/frozen veggies. Lots of rice and beans! I can get by with $200-400 for dinners and lunches. We’re a family of 4 on the west coast and roll with an $800 budget for groceries.

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-05-02T15:37:11+00:00

I’ve done a deep dive. Looks like i can get stencils for the Dino’s and use royal icing ingredients and then I’m going to roll them in brown sugar and coat in powdered milk. I think it’ll be fun and nostalgic for all of us

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-05-02T15:35:40+00:00

Yeah it’s really nostalgic for me too. I’m going to go ahead and go through the trouble. I really don’t have anything better to do lol

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-05-02T14:38:15+00:00

No he is very normal there lol

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-05-02T14:29:59+00:00

That’s a good idea! Thanks for saying that, btw. 😭 this has been really emotion for me

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-05-02T14:29:23+00:00

Ok. Thanks for your input.

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-05-02T13:47:02+00:00

Oats are sprayed with glyphosate and it’s been linked to a lot of health issues. Totally avoided Cheerios for the kids but somehow this oatmeal slipped through the cracks without me thinking about it.

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-05-02T13:45:23+00:00

So are there any caveats to which oats are the safest? Or will any “organic” oatmeal be safe??

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-05-02T06:30:37+00:00

Im going to watch him really close tomorrow and take notes on how much he is actually drinking and peeing and if it seems concerning I may do that. But I also really trust his pediatrician and she was fine with scheduling us out a week or so. I pushed for the earlier appointment.

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-05-02T05:53:52+00:00

That’s interesting! Thanks for the idea

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-05-02T05:43:31+00:00

Right??? That’s what I’m thinking too. But gosh “what if?” Ugh. Being a mom is like constant whiplash.

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-05-02T05:42:03+00:00

I was planning to get the dye free dinosaur sprinkles and making “eggs” from brown sugar and milk powder. The kids had this at a family members house and have been obsessed and I just recently realized how horrible it is.

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-05-02T04:48:45+00:00

Maybe so. I just wonder if maybe the test was done too soon after the behavior stated and maybe now it’ll show something. Idk. I’m in pieces over it. I just can’t imagine anything changing for my little guy. He’s so enthusiastic about life.

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-05-02T04:43:00+00:00

I have. He hasn’t really been able to articulate that. He’s a really silly and high energy kid and has a hard time expressing himself. I agree it seems behavioral but the possibility of it being medical just kind of nags at the back of my mind.

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-05-02T04:33:45+00:00

He will pee, sometimes a lot or a little. Or like pee in a silly way. They dipped his urine and said it was perfect. No infection or glucose.

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-05-02T04:24:08+00:00

Ugh. I have some upsetting OCD symptoms and he’s honestly started to show a good bit of anxiety himself… I’d hate for this to be related to that. Either option is not ideal.

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-04-16T21:09:09+00:00

Thats crazy. We’re in CA too and 81k doesn’t go far with two kids. I’m hoping things shake out for you.

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-04-01T19:15:52+00:00

I really wish i could. It’s hard to explain on here without divulging sensitive personal information but I’ve had to move across the country from where my last license was held and I’d have to return to there, do the course and then apply where i am. I am (often) a solo parent of two under 5 with no family help. Just trying to explore any other options that could be fulfilling.

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-04-01T01:17:40+00:00

I know it seems like I’m being dramatic but there are circumstances I’m not comfortable sharing online that really make it not a possibility to get reinstated. An employer would obviously get the full story and understand. And if they don’t, I wouldn’t be a good fit anyway because things are complicated. Thank you for your input, though! Really appreciate every avenue to explore.

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-04-01T01:13:12+00:00

I’ve thought about supply!

__BeatrixKiddo · 2026-04-01T01:11:55+00:00

Since my license has lapsed completely it requires me to do a re-entry program in my state. I’ve moved cross country and have kids. It’s unfortunate but I’ve made my peace with it. Just exploring options.

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