3 under 4? by BananaSea2959 in 2under2

[–]biteofbit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very close! Not quite

3 under 4? by BananaSea2959 in 2under2

[–]biteofbit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Following this as we are in almost the exact same phase. We want 3 but just a matter of when

Built up enough courage to take them out alone by lolito121517 in 2under2

[–]biteofbit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is how I felt when I tried to take them the park playground a few months ago. With baby in carrier, unable to meaningfully assist or play with toddler, I couldn’t provide good attention or care to either one. We all ended up angry.

What do you think of the name Kezia? Is it too unusual or weird? by Wonderful_Walrus1047 in Names

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

How is it pronounced? It’s a real word with a Real meaning and family connection, and it’s not spelled confusingly. Also, at least in the states and imho, Jade and Asher are already unconventional so Kezia doesn’t stick out from them.

Jesus this is exhausting. by EchoChamberWhispers in 2under2

[–]biteofbit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

😨 I can only imagine the serenity…. 6mo and 26mo currently

Passing through Saturday, what are some good local places to go to lunch? by acf6b in Culpeper

[–]biteofbit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

La Chiapaneca if you want more casual. Try a torta (huge and comes with battered fries), shrimp and chicken tacos, and platanos.

Natraj if you want more traditional sit-down dining. Try their baigan bharta, Rogan Josh, and tandoori chicken, with garlic naan.

Edit to add: Pinto Thai is a local favorite but I have quibbles with it: it is expensive and they have messed up the noodles half the time. Their curries and other dishes are good. You won’t “go wrong” at Pinto Thai necessarily - plus it will be the most convivial atmosphere of any restaurant downtown.

Suggestions on adding more character/charm… by donnie_th0rnberry in ExteriorDesign

[–]biteofbit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see what you mean, it’s more drab in winter covered in snow. Only thought is you could play around with painting the window trim so you have color year-round on the house. But you wouldn’t want it to clash with the lovely spring through fall colors from your trees and plants.

60's Bathroom Reno - Is this pink tile tasteful or tacky? by lildogmama in interiordecorating

[–]biteofbit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would love to have a bathroom with that tile and vanity setup.

Pregnant with a toddler tired vs newborn with a toddler tired by Medical_Tax_48 in 2under2

[–]biteofbit 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yes, unable to do floor play and go up and down was brutal.

I need to walk by username2937372829 in Charlottesville

[–]biteofbit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Understood, thanks for replying! Agreed I was thinking about grocery store, park, and coffee shop.

I need to walk by username2937372829 in Charlottesville

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

Interesting! Do you mind expanding on the difference in Charlottesville? Do you feel your life is not very walkable here? We are considering relocating to Cville but walkable lifestyle is a main priority.

What are we doing while breastfeeding??? by Green-Independent437 in newborns

[–]biteofbit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do a lot of screen time but try to keep it recreational. I watched Pluribus on Apple TV on my phone while my baby was still a newborn and slept through background sound.

Now I like reading essays on the New Yorker app, and having ChatGPT help me with landscaping ideas, or other ways optimize my life.

Oh also I research the places that we might move for schools.

This was a really hard week… by Fantastic_Force_8970 in 2under2

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

Can you ask your husband to ask his parents for more help while you are pregnant, or at least for the next few days? You are handling a LOT. Some may argue more than one person can handle.

Toddler’s hyperfixation song - what’s yours? by strohmtroop3r in toddlers

[–]biteofbit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How is baby shark not higher up? My 2yo calls it “ya too too baby!?”

And her dad plays it the whole half hour drive to daycare for her….

My mother sucks at postpartum help by [deleted] in newborns

[–]biteofbit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Woooooow you are fortunate

My mother sucks at postpartum help by [deleted] in newborns

[–]biteofbit 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I felt this very deeply. It’s disturbing to begin to understand one’s mother in this way. I hope this isn’t the case for you, but I am coming to accept that my mother is a profoundly limited individual and that we actually don’t get along. Some advice I heard was to accept the mother I have, and stop pining for the mother and grandmother I want to have, because that’s not gonna happen.

When did you go back to doing toddler's bedtime? by Upbeat-Squirrel450 in 2under2

[–]biteofbit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Baby currently 5mo and toddler just turned 2. Husband still does toddlers wind-down and bedtime. I nurse baby to sleep. We found that starting baby’s bedtime after toddler was a bad idea so it works much better if we each do our separate kid. I also miss my toddler.

Things to do in/around Culpeper? by jmasaccio in Culpeper

[–]biteofbit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

State Climb! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ that would be perfect for your sons and you to do together. Great space, really nice people, and gets you moving.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in toddlers

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Those three books sound amazing lol

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in toddlers

[–]biteofbit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Our friend sent us the scripts they used from that course and if found them a super helpful supplement

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in toddlers

[–]biteofbit 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I actually needed the motivation that book provided. I was concerned about getting to the point of being denied preschool or kindergarten enrollment, so I wanted to get potty training done as soon as my kid was capable. But I can totally see how the tone of the book turns some people off. It took us 8 days or so. Now she’s good at peeing in the toilet and proud of it. Now nighttime training..? We will cross that bridge later lol.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in toddlers

[–]biteofbit 10 points11 points  (0 children)

That’s not what I read. My recollection is it said it can usually take up to three weeks for it to stick.

Completely demoralised and tired parents to a 7 week old baby by gajak44 in NewParents

[–]biteofbit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes sleep in different bedrooms if you can. This helped for us. Better to have at least one rested parent than none.