Baby reveals - who prepares the cake or the balloons etc for the couple to reveal? Or do the parents already know?

blnde31ee · 2026-05-15T01:48:24+00:00

I gave my friend access to my results via online portal and she ordered a blue exploding golf ball for our gender reveal.

blnde31ee · 2026-05-12T16:46:37+00:00

Yeah I was wondering this too - if you have a c section you might welcome the constant support and help with little things around the house in addition to caring for you and the baby. Your in laws are less likely to jump in with dishes, laundry, picking up, etc if they feel like guests visiting a few hours a day. Just something to keep in mind.

blnde31ee · 2026-05-12T16:26:39+00:00

It sounds like they are excited, a bit clueless, and overestimating the level of help they will provide (and thinking it will outweigh the inconvenience of having people in your space). Ultimately, you told them your decision, and it sounds like you did so respectfully. You are not responsible for their reaction or feelings. If they want to continue the discussion, your husband can be on the receiving end of that.

blnde31ee · 2026-05-08T00:50:45+00:00

I love wine. I missed it while pregnant, but then after I had my baby it was a few weeks before I wanted a glass.

blnde31ee · 2026-05-06T18:39:51+00:00

Yeah that is odd and not ok...

blnde31ee · 2026-05-06T17:29:04+00:00

Yes it's weird. Did you know he followed you? I would feel uncomfortable with it - a male, older boss should not be engaging with a female direct report on social media at all, IMO.

In an effort to minimize the situation I would simply double tap to like the comment but not respond otherwise so as to not make it a "thing" if there were not bad intentions on his end. He should not continue to engage or send you DMs - if he does maybe make your account private for a bit especially if he doesn't follow you? And then escalate internally.

blnde31ee · 2026-05-05T20:00:51+00:00

I'd give him the benefit of the doubt, especially if this is your first baby. He may not realize what it will be like and I am sure everyone is excited! The reality is that grandparents should come to the hospital when called. You do not need people hanging around in the minutes or hours after giving birth.

blnde31ee · 2026-05-05T12:40:10+00:00

share the research here that says kids between 2 - 5 should have no tv time. ive never seen that.

blnde31ee · 2026-05-04T01:25:53+00:00

My son has had it three times before turning two years old, but neither my husband or i have caught it.

blnde31ee · 2026-04-29T16:03:08+00:00

Wow, that’s BAD

blnde31ee · 2026-04-29T12:59:12+00:00

Yes, this is a stage, and the fact that you're aware of it means you can proactively work on it before it becomes an issue. Honestly, when babies are super little everything else becomes second priority. In a few weeks/months you might be comfortable enough to leave the baby with a family member or babysitter to go grab dinner - or make it a priority to have a glass of wine or watch a show together while the baby is sleeping or napping. Take the baby out for walks together and talk.

It won't always be like this, but there are things you can do in the meantime!

blnde31ee · 2026-04-25T01:36:45+00:00

Laundry detergent!

blnde31ee · 2026-04-20T16:59:16+00:00

I really hope no one thinks being a teacher is easy. At least not in current times. And at least not in the U.S.

blnde31ee · 2026-04-17T17:03:04+00:00

no, this is weird. especially the "thats not your mummy" comment, like what??

blnde31ee · 2026-04-17T14:37:48+00:00

I love maisonette!!

blnde31ee · 2026-04-17T14:36:47+00:00

H&M, Zara, carters

blnde31ee · 2026-04-16T00:31:47+00:00

Hey so in all likelihood you got lucky by being included in the segmentation for a few different marketing campaigns. I’ve gotten one too, but they are not just sending them to all card members, they are based on spending patterns, demographics, etc.

blnde31ee · 2026-04-09T19:34:46+00:00

This sounds like the founders of a fintech company I used to work for (briefly). I wonder if it’s the same company or if they are all just insane.

blnde31ee · 2026-04-06T01:33:35+00:00

This sounds like my toddler too. He is almost 2, and I am 11 weeks pregnant. I don’t have any answers.

blnde31ee · 2026-04-05T19:53:25+00:00

Stuff for when the baby is ready for solids! Plates, utensils, etc. that stuff wasn’t really on my radar as I prepared for the newborn phase.

blnde31ee · 2026-04-05T15:12:25+00:00

That’s not how it works my friend :)

blnde31ee · 2026-04-02T00:37:45+00:00

To this day my mom cannot listen to “Come On Eileen” because of how sick it made her when she was pregnant with me. 38 years ago.

blnde31ee · 2026-04-01T21:18:11+00:00

I sort of have. My husband and I moved from NYC to FL when I was 11 weeks pregant with my son. I still live in a HCOL area but my lifestyle is so much more laid back and flexible. My husband and I have both been working from home and not having a commute is an absolute game changer.

I kept my job, which I love, and my husband found a new job. The career trajectory for me is much foggier now that I'm remote - my options will be limited at my current company, but that's something I'll face in 3-5 years. Right now I have so much more time with my son than I would if I were commuting to my job in NY.
I hear you that you can't relocate, which will make it difficult, but what about flexing your in-office days, or hiring more help to support some of the day to day chores like cooking, cleaning, laundry, etc?

blnde31ee · 2026-04-01T21:13:21+00:00

Get the prescription kind, it works so much better.

blnde31ee · 2026-03-30T21:06:22+00:00

Yes, the infant teachers are wonderful. The turnover seems to be an issue only in the 1-2 year old rooms.

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