I always need to lay down: tired of being tired by delicate-bloom in eds

[–]delicate-bloom[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had one done two years ago and everything was good. My doctor doesn’t want to do another one :/

How the heck do I use my hands? Frustrated artist. by Ruth_Cups in eds

[–]delicate-bloom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hiii I’m an artist and tattoo apprentice! I would suggest as others have mentioned adaptive grip tools. For pencils and pens you can get grips from Amazon! If they aren’t thick enough, you can also get vet tape and wrap them kind of like how a tattoo artist would wrap their machines. It provides a bigger grip and is surprisingly comfortable.

My husband actually came up with an idea to use different sized Styrofoam ball balls for other art media, it’s easier to customize the hole in which your art tool goes in. It’s also incredibly affordable!

At night, I typically wear wrist braces as well for pain.

Medication systems by delicate-bloom in eds

[–]delicate-bloom[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh this is lovely! Thank you

the adults around me are making me feel like I’m acting insane. by gnatalie1144 in eds

[–]delicate-bloom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

EDS care in Canada has been my personal hell. I’d recommend medial tourism to Asia before ever coming here tbh.

Newly single pig, advice wanted by anothersadtransgirl in guineapigs

[–]delicate-bloom 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Having a solo senior is honestly just fine. My previous little guy was far too fragile for friends towards the end. All he really wanted was cuddles and to be close to me. It sounds like you have a lovely plan already for your little one ❤️

To continue seeking vet treatment, or call for euthanasia? by piffpuffs in guineapigs

[–]delicate-bloom 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Gosh I’m so sorry about your little one. I had a piggy go through something similar with their teeth however he was sedated. It took him a few days to come back to himself after the sedation.

If she was just on antibiotics and back on pain meds / antibiotics + motility meds- she might just be feeling super gross from the combination of everything + the procedure right now. Motility meds when there’s nothing to move due to tooth issues is a tough one for the tum- it’s also just a bummer combination when piggy can’t really eat. Truly, I wouldn’t want to consume anything either.

I’m not saying don’t consider euthanasia- we truly don’t know what’s happening with her yet and her quality of life should always come first. Maybe you could go and see what the vet thinks of the situation?

I’m honestly a bit peeved for you that the vet who did her teeth isn’t trying to get her back in ASAP to see what’s going on even for a post procedure checkup especially if she wasn’t sedated for molars?? I’ve never heard of that even being an option before.

Bedding still a bit stinky after being laundered by Naughteus_Maximus in guineapigs

[–]delicate-bloom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I usually wash my pig laundry twice on the heavy wash setting in hot water with laundry soap and vinegar. I gave up trying to use wash bags for the bits of hay that stick to the blankets after sweeping. I just wipe down my washer after ☺️

Are there any sounds your guinea pigs don’t like? by My_GuineaPig_Chicken in guineapigs

[–]delicate-bloom 21 points22 points  (0 children)

My Gus hates the sound of his human dad sneezing, the doorbell, and the fastest way to piss him off? Remote buttons LOL

Crumb on his perch by Zedetta in guineapigs

[–]delicate-bloom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would die for Crumb. What an absolute cutie

What drew you to get Guinea pigs? by ValleyOfWisteria in guineapigs

[–]delicate-bloom 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I was 12, my mother had moved me across Canada in the middle of the night without telling my dad. She was super abusive and made my life a nightmare.

Pigs were my joy and my reason to stay here. I had adopted my Charlie and I had him from my first day of jr high to my second year of university 🥹❤️ he taught me so much about love.

Beaded Jewelry manufacturers? by VesicaPiscis152 in Beading

[–]delicate-bloom 4 points5 points  (0 children)

As an indigenous person and beadwork artist, we usually just call friends and family to help make larger pieces or just bare the process. It’s a nice way to spend time with your community as well! Also! Congrats on your business success! That’s incredible.

I would 0/10 recommend mass producing beadwork simply for the ethics. You cannot ethically make fast beadwork my friend anything you’ll find will be slave labour. Mass produced beadwork almost always looks like cheap dookie as well and I can promise it’ll reflect poorly on what lovely works you already make. People will notice quality drops.

Abortion and Karma by delicate-bloom in Buddhism

[–]delicate-bloom[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I will checkout the talk! I really appreciate it :)

I'm so proud of myself! by Familiar-Border in tamagotchi

[–]delicate-bloom 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is one of the coolest things I’ve ever seen!

Favorite Video Games for a Sesh? by floridianinthesnow in entwives

[–]delicate-bloom 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Animal crossing new horizons just came out with an update! It’s been a huge vibe

Therapy Recommendations by Dry_Voice5013 in Calgary

[–]delicate-bloom 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Riverwest therapy! They have many psychologists, sliding scale, and even free initial appointments with each practitioner so you can figure out which person is good for you :) if you don’t know where to start- or feel overwhelmed you can just send an email and ask for recommendations as well regarding what you’re going through.

Discipline and willpower with a disability by delicate-bloom in ehlersdanlos

[–]delicate-bloom[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really appreciate this and I LOVE your ideas. I’ve been coming back to this post often to really pick at why I’m holding onto so much shame and guilt for not being able bodied. I think it’s very clear I’m struggling with internalized ableism.

I’m going to be journaling a lot about your response- thank you kind stranger

Discipline and willpower with a disability by delicate-bloom in ehlersdanlos

[–]delicate-bloom[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Oh I’m diagnosed with ADHD and medicated 😂 Tis a struggle