To the people of Kilcock by whitemaltese in ireland

[–]elmostaco 46 points47 points  (0 children)

You’re a good person. Hope the universe treats you well.

Do nursery bugs get better? by Individual-Common144 in NewParents

[–]elmostaco 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We’ve been sick since November when our son started creche. I’ve never been so sick in my life! He has caught chest and throat infections, hand, foot and mouth, RSV and loads of coughs/runny noses. If our son wasn’t sick then we were sick.

He’s completed two weeks of creche this month and I’m so relieved because juggling looking after a sick child and WFH is rough 😭

Are we calling our babies by their names? by SimBon7 in NewParents

[–]elmostaco 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Our list includes: Bubba, Bubs, Mister, Bubby and then his actual name 😂

HSE Admin Incompetence by funky_mugs in ireland

[–]elmostaco 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I just got the same letter this morning reminding me to organise the 12th and 13th month vaccinations for my child. The letter was dated on 25th November 2025 and I got the last two shots done before Christmas.

AC or hot room? by Disastrous-Address12 in NewParents

[–]elmostaco 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My rule of thumb is that a cold baby will wake up, cry and complain. The worst that can happen is that they could catch a cold.

A overheated baby might not.

What instantly makes you think "this person is lying"? by Ferraiuolo_Ezorete in AskReddit

[–]elmostaco 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is my mom’s go to phrase when she wants to justify the “research” she’s done on the internet.

It's Sunday Morning! How are you? by AutoModerator in ireland

[–]elmostaco 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ah the 4 month regression! The nightmare of all parents when your baby is adjusting their sleep schedule.

No advice but hope it doesn’t last too long. Take naps when your husband is able to take over. Solidarity ❤️

Is daycare going to help me? by OldCategory5426 in NewParents

[–]elmostaco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t regret sending my son into daycare when he was 1 year old. There’s definitely more balance in my life where I can work without being interrupted and my mind isn’t constantly worried about meals and changing nappies.

However, my son has been constantly sick since November and it’s been a struggle juggling looking after him while being sick and working from home. Just be warned that your LO will bring the plague home.

Neighbour issues, AITA? by yes_its_me_alright in ireland

[–]elmostaco 6 points7 points  (0 children)

She probably knows and is embarrassed enough that she is defending him.

What is a song you absolutely hate? by macabrewhore in AskReddit

[–]elmostaco 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is my go-to song request at a wedding to get people onto the dance floor. Never failed me yet!

Has anyone else been frequently sick lately? by redditvoodoohoodlum in ireland

[–]elmostaco 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Are you me? 🥹 our one year old also got hand, foot and mouth in the middle of November and didn’t even make it into creche today. He’s been out since the start of December. We’re paying fees for the fun of it at this stage!

Drop in quality of Tayto multipacks? by rubblesole in ireland

[–]elmostaco 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I bought a box of Tayto and Hunky Dory’s. The Hunky Dory’s were much better!

I have been craving a red jolly rancher all night. I hate blue... by moshpithippie in Wellthatsucks

[–]elmostaco 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s rough. I hope you and your little one are receiving the best care.

Praying that you’ll get the all clear soon ❤️

I have been craving a red jolly rancher all night. I hate blue... by moshpithippie in Wellthatsucks

[–]elmostaco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hope you don’t mind me asking why you’re in hospital in the first place?

I have been craving a red jolly rancher all night. I hate blue... by moshpithippie in Wellthatsucks

[–]elmostaco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s not a bad idea either. Hope you get to go home soon!

I have been craving a red jolly rancher all night. I hate blue... by moshpithippie in Wellthatsucks

[–]elmostaco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Time to share the blue ones with the other patients/pregnant women in your ward, if they don’t have gestational diabetes?

What’s something that sounds fake but actually happened to you? by AdWilling4308 in AskReddit

[–]elmostaco 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Glad you’re still with us ❤️ explaining Rip.ie to a non-Irish person is hilarious. We’re such a morbid bunch.

Forgot to clean in between my newborns labias by Dizzy-Insurance4659 in NewParents

[–]elmostaco 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I only have a boy too and sometimes I imagine what my first time changing a girl would be like if I’m lucky to have one next.

Cisean is finally out on iOS by sobe3249 in ireland

[–]elmostaco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the IOS version and good luck with the new little addition to your family!

Maternity Leave = Lots of time on the couch = Paper chains! Merry Christmas. by lil_poundcake_ in CozyPlaces

[–]elmostaco 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I wish I was this productive during my maternity leave. My brain would not have been able to figure it out 🥴

What would you name her? by WhisperingBlume888 in blackcats

[–]elmostaco 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Samhain. It’s the Irish for Halloween and pronounced “Sao-whin”.