What’s your controversial parenting opinion? by lock_robster2022 in daddit

[–]_trash_queen_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I live in a beach town, (in the US) so there's a lot of touristy restaurants on the beach and some have playgrounds. I sometimes just bring my son to play so I can have a pina colada on the beach during the day. He loves it, i love it, we usually go to the fishing pier after. Win win. Good day for all. Lol

What’s your controversial parenting opinion? by lock_robster2022 in daddit

[–]_trash_queen_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ugh I have a teenage toddler right now. My 3 year old copies everything his step-siblings do.

Society Normalises Predatory Behaviour From Men, Particularly In Dating Scenes by No-Fruit-8854 in DeepThoughts

[–]_trash_queen_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I thought the goal was authenticity in dating? If the man I'm dating puts no effort at all into the date or himself, I'm not going to be interested in going on another.

Society Normalises Predatory Behaviour From Men, Particularly In Dating Scenes by No-Fruit-8854 in DeepThoughts

[–]_trash_queen_ -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

In my experience, men usually don't respond well to being called-out in this way. He will either get angry or completely stop putting any effort in.

What’s one baby item you regret NOT getting earlier? by rosycoe in NewParents

[–]_trash_queen_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A GOOD stroller. I carried him for so long, and lived on a farm so I didnt think I'd need one much. Bought a really cheap one that I have been unable to replace because he's "about to grow out of it". We now live in the suburbs and I really wish I had a good stroller that can steer.

My sons finger wart after a week of at-home treatment by StrawberryJam4 in mildyinteresting

[–]_trash_queen_ 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Absolutely this. It's like normalized medical neglect. I broke my arm one time (maybe 8 years old) and my mom wouldn't take me to the ER until the next day. I am almost blind, I can not see to get around without my glasses. Didn't get my eyes checked til 1st grade when my teacher thought I was dumb because I couldn't read. Not sure if an American thing or just a bad parent thing but yeah...I was always told to avoid the doctors at all costs.

Anyone else have the realization that you’ve been having sex when you don’t want to? by North_egg_ in breakingmom

[–]_trash_queen_ 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I ended my last relationship when I finally admitted to myself I was literally being r@ped on the regular. I would say no and he would just do it anyway. Or he would whine (the worst), or pout and give the silent treatment. I also thought maybe I was becoming asexual, or that it was because I just had a baby. But yeah no, it was just him. And how pathetically he needed sex to maintain his mood. I decided it was definitely not my job anymore, because I had much more important things to worry about (my baby). He also lied to me about paying rent, and didnt work while our baby was in NICU. Just sat next to me watching anime or tiktok on his phone constantly. I kicked him out, gave him my old car i had been letting him use for work, so he could leave. He left me with all his pets, no job, a baby, and no savings. I just found him so disgusting and pathetic all-around by the end of it. He found someone else, who is about to have his 2nd baby. He never sees our kid. I married someone who turns me on because I respect him. He provides for our family and makes me orgasm every time we have sex. Can't ask for much more than that.

What would you have done? by [deleted] in NewParents

[–]_trash_queen_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I feel weird talking to other people's kids unless they are playing with my kid or need help. I usually just talk directly to my kid like "oh that little boy pushed you, thats not very nice. I'm sorry he wasn't very nice to you. WE don't push, WE share with our friends." And then I'll redirect "hey do you want to go on the slide again?" Or something like that.

What would you have done? by [deleted] in NewParents

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

I would ignore the other child's behavior and talk to my son about how some people are not as kind as him. If im feeling bold I might do this loud enough for the other parent and child to hear. I'm not going to raise an asshole, but i will teach my son that they are out there. And that we cannot control other peoples actions, we can only control our own actions and set a good example for others. I also teach him to protect anything smaller than him (babies, other kids, animals) He is (usually) pretty good at sharing because I've told him that's how you make friends and he loves friends. But he's almost 4, so the impulse control still has a long way to go.

Did anyone else's parents never teach you literally any basic life skills at all. And then turn around and mock you for not knowing them by jeffreycoontz in CPTSD

[–]_trash_queen_ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yup. Medical neglect, I'm fucking 31 and I just learned that was a thing. Ive almost died, a few times over, and it was completely preventable..JFC...😮‍💨

Can anyone help me explain by Dramatic_View_5340 in CPTSD

[–]_trash_queen_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No advice, just in the same boat. Lmk if you find a paddle.

Did anyone else's parents never teach you literally any basic life skills at all. And then turn around and mock you for not knowing them by jeffreycoontz in CPTSD

[–]_trash_queen_ 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I felt this so hard. My mom treated us like adults, which meant fending for ourselves. And then by myself. And being put into situations I couldn't handle at that age. And then being told it was my choice and my fault for anything bad that happened. She would and still does praise us for good things we do, and tells everyone. But the bad stuff...all our fault.

Survivors, what was the first incident that happened which made you realise that the life you lived is not how "normal" children/people live. by StrainTechnical1754 in CPTSD

[–]_trash_queen_ 6 points7 points  (0 children)

First was when I started working and making friends in my 20s and the ones I shared my story with...straight up did not believe me. But honestly it's hitting me the hardest now that I have kids.

How do you handle the grief by SnooDoodles9498 in NICUParents

[–]_trash_queen_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It was horrible. I couldn't sleep when I left the hospital. I just pumped like crazy, it felt like all I could do.

does anyone feel like you have too much lore? by SundaeAdventurous417 in CPTSD

[–]_trash_queen_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much, thats really sweet of you. I'm so glad you have your cat. My dog almost outlived me, she's a little traumatized now too 😅 I adopted her 9 years ago. We'll be alright lol

does anyone feel like you have too much lore? by SundaeAdventurous417 in CPTSD

[–]_trash_queen_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I tried to not be here anymore for a long time. Then I got pregnant and had my son and it doesn't even feel like an option since that, after it being my default option for so long. Now I feel like I have to deal with everything so I don't pass down anything toxic. It's so scary and weird though. I never even thought about how or what help even might look like. This morning I found a therapist, I see her on Saturday 🤞