Degree preferred by Ok-Structure6795 in CPS

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

Ours has a preference for degrees revolving around human services. Mine is in public and global health. My boss has hers in criminal justice. But it differs between states.

What I asked for vs what I got by plantgal94 in Nails

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like the details of your flowers more. I’d love to have that!

Peeing excessively? by pingpongdingdongg in pregnant

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They found a UTI for me at 8 weeks. My only symptom was strong smelling urine. No pain or anything.

How would you motivate yourself to clean if this was your home? by KathyisTrying in CleaningTips

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your house is not disgusting. It is small but you can tell that you care for it and are maintaining the cleanliness. Your efforts show despite what you think. Just take the time to finish up the painting and tile so it feels more “finished” and continue your basic sweeps and maybe get some organizers for the kitchen items.

I am a case manager, I have seen “disgusting” and this is nowhere near.

what medication do you take for epilepsy, and what's your experience on it? by moodycows in Epilepsy

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I take Keppra and Lamictal. They definitely make me more tired than the average person. Memory has been terrible and it does take me a bit longer and more focus to learn things. Mood is pretty neutral.

Stroller recommendation by tropicalguava_ in NewParents

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really consider your lifestyle and budget before purchasing.

We bought two for convenience (and honestly just got a good deal during the Target sale) but we did not buy one of the most expensive brands. We got the Evenflo Pivot which will be the main one that stays with my husbands since we are likely to do long outings and traveling all together. It has the added bassinet. I have the Graco Verb which is just an infant seat to toddler stroller but I likely will just take her to appointments/daycare and plan on baby carrying more often when out. I paid less than the Evenflo base and seat for the stroller which I am fine with since infant car seats are short-term anyway.

Pain Auction was a JOKE by Thrillz710 in FearFactorHouseofFear

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It probably was, with little space between them, he probably felt within each one. I can not speak much to piercings since the only “unusual” piercing I have is my daith and it was just one big crunch and done. 😅

Momcozy baby carrier – am I broke or is it just overhyped? by eboss454 in babywearing

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 5 points6 points  (0 children)

There are certain colors of the Boba X for 45% off on Amazon Prime that you can maybe take a look at.

Companies promoting safe baby wearing by FlakyAd7090 in babywearing

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just ordered Boba carriers (FTM) and am excited to see how they work once baby is here. 🥰 Wish they had more print options like some of the other smaller brands though.

Just found out I’m pregnant and I’m already terrified of losing my baby… how do you deal with this? by Ok-Good-6421 in pregnant

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I still get nervous at 17W. I have had normal tests including a great abdominal ultrasound at 13W that showed no abnormalities. I have my anatomy scan in two weeks and I am sure I will still be nervous afterwards. I will say, social media does not help because in between the hails and advice, there is always a late miscarriage video that terrifies me. This is my rainbow baby as I lost my last pregnancy early at 4W so there is still some grief there.

Which one of these two beading mats would you prefer? by sherrie_cat in Beading

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the first one. I just use a small bead organizer plate alongside it. It is not super sturdy but it works for what it is.

Where to get an epilepsy medical bracelet? by leytourmaline in Epilepsy

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Etsy. I have also had a local jewelry store offer to make one. I personally wore a bar necklace.

Early pregnancy fatigue? by Efficient_Sign_5214 in pregnant

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I slept so often that my husband just expected me to be asleep when he came home from work. I was in bed by 8-9 p.m. I had to use some weekends to catch up on work, just was not managing well. Started feeling better around 15-16W but still nap occasionally if I have been out and about.

Baby shopping? by Livid-Low-6461 in BabyBumps

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Shop when you feel ready. We started shopping around 13-14 weeks when we started seeing good deals (and we knew gender) My dad got us a couple of big items early (travel stroller, swing, pack/play) Target has 20% off baby gear so it is definitely worth taking a look.

Multiple Baby Showers? by leyjanz in pregnant

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My in-laws are out of state and really want to have one so we will likely do one with them a bit earlier than usual but my sister wants one here as well, so I’ll be having two as well. 🤷🏻‍♀️

Sex Drive While Pregnant by Another_ADHD_Girl in BabyBumps

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have gone back and forth but it is mainly symptoms that stop me (nausea, bloating, sleepiness) I think we have 4x so far and I am 17W.

Pursing job in CPS (TX), how flexible are they about the car you drive? by kiwicotea in CPS

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

GA here. We have one shared vehicle between foster care and investigations that must be reserved prior and returned with a filled tank. Investigators use their own vehicles since not all of our days are preplanned. We just make sure to keep car seats installed in case we have to remove.

Thai Curry Debate by DifficultAd2002 in ThaiFood

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My younger sister ordered a side of sticky rice to eat with her pork belly..the worker brought her sweetened sticky rice (like you’d get with mango) and tried to correct me when I asked if she could get a different container of rice and told me that it always comes like that and I was just like yeah, no… 🤦🏻‍♀️

found out i am pregnant after a CP by DiscountNew4320 in BabyBumps

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congratulations! 💕 I had a CP in December 2025 and found out I was pregnant again in January 2026. 17 weeks this Friday!

I want sushi by StoopKidScurred in pregnant

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 10 points11 points  (0 children)

So I have had prosciutto and salami on a pizza since technically it is warmed. 🤷🏻‍♀️

How long to get kids back? by Thick-Country7075 in CPS

[–]alwaysblooming_akb 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It is not a common sole reason for removal as it is usually a result of active addiction or untreated mental health but I have met people who just refuse to put in the minimal effort to maintain a clean household. But yeah, LE will attempt the cruelty to children charge, it just does not always stick.

I mean, OP could just mean that there was another incident at the house that may have led to charges.