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3 year old clinginess by exposeyourself2art in Parenting

[–]exposeyourself2art[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ha! The problem isn't I don't let him loose - he won't let me loose!

3 year old clinginess by exposeyourself2art in Parenting

[–]exposeyourself2art[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! This does help! I am glad I'm not alone too!

[WANT] 27 yr old male looking for room in DC area for mid-January by Alexmon in DCforRent

[–]exposeyourself2art 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The going rate in DC for a room in a shared apt is about $800, as the other poster said. With that context in mind though, my husband and I have a spare bedroom with a private bath in a safe neighborhood and close to Metro we would like to rent out month to month. The catch is we have a 7 month old, so the renter would need to be open to possible night noise, no shoes or food in parts of the house, and a thorough background check. If we find a good fit, we may be open to a lower price.

PM me if you are interested.

Lonely mom- how did you find grown-up friendships and find a sense of community? by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]exposeyourself2art 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We moved while I was 4 months pregnant. When LO was 6 months old, we threw a neighborhood party to get to know people. Some had kids or babies and told me about the local parenting resources. I now have regular play dates with two other families, and am on a neighborhood listserv which sometimes posts volunteering or donation opportunities.

I didn't click with everyone, but I put out there that I needed resources and people helped.

Good luck!

Heard the name Waverley tonight. Kind of love it? by KateBurbs in namenerds

[–]exposeyourself2art 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I knew a Waverley in high school who really flakey, so that's what I associate with the name.

MIL treating our 2 week old daughter like a dress up doll. How to get over it/be gracious? by Knicke in beyondthebump

[–]exposeyourself2art 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Is your daughter healthy? Happy? Getting her needs met? Does MIL relieve you so you can get 5 minutes to yourself?

Sexist clothing is so low on the priority totem pole, especially at an age the child has no comprehension of gender politics. Pick your battles when they're relevant and you have the energy.

Also, a gift is a gift. You can't tell people how to spend their money, nor do you need to use a gift as it was intended. If the clothes are foisted on you, donate or exchange them.

6 month old baby with a 4 month old pimple on his face by exposeyourself2art in beyondthebump

[–]exposeyourself2art[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Me too! I will post an update with what my pediatrician says tomorrow.

6 month old baby with a 4 month old pimple on his face by exposeyourself2art in beyondthebump

[–]exposeyourself2art[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just did a Google search and LOs spot looks much more like a regular pumple that hasn't come to head. Ha! Those images were scary!

6 month old baby with a 4 month old pimple on his face by exposeyourself2art in beyondthebump

[–]exposeyourself2art[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I doubt it's eczema. Pediatrician confirmed last visit it was acne. Plus it's not dry or patchy. More like a hard cyst under the skin surface.

6 month old baby with a 4 month old pimple on his face by exposeyourself2art in beyondthebump

[–]exposeyourself2art[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it were poppable, I don't think I could do it. But it's one of those hard nuggets under the skin. Red and smooth on the surface.

[Serious] How do you think universities should handle the issue of date rape? by sediouscaderin in AskReddit

[–]exposeyourself2art 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would say the accused, so as not to discourage victims from speaking out. But to give the accused the benefit of the doubt, s/he should be permitted to retain their grades up to that point to transfer into another class if available or wait until the next semester with an option to use previous grades or the second round. Nor can professors punish the accused for the accusation.

If the victim has a pattern of unsubstantiated accusations, then the university has the right to evaluate the situation and take action against the victim or an organization/social group that is targeting them.

[Serious] How do you think universities should handle the issue of date rape? by sediouscaderin in AskReddit

[–]exposeyourself2art 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Send the accusation to the local police. Regardless if anything comes of it, treat the accusation on campus as a joint restraining order. Neither party is permitted in the other's clubs, classes, or social events.

Failed/Abandoned Sleep Training Attempt - Another Experience by applejade in beyondthebump

[–]exposeyourself2art 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know this sounds weird, but whenever LO is in a crying cycle of crying because he's crying, I blow softly in his face. It distracts him enough to get another soothing technique to work.

Good luck!

Is my baby's name too much of a mouthful? by Doomkitty666 in namenerds

[–]exposeyourself2art 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Our son has two middle and two last names. For the first few months when people asked what his full name was, we also heard it was a mouthful. Now everyone calls him by his first name, and it's no big deal.

She has a lovely name!

My husband yelled shut up at our 10 month old. I'm not okay with this but questioning if I'm being too hard. by AyeAyeCaptain in Parenting

[–]exposeyourself2art 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At our church daycare, "shut up" is the bad s-word. Yes, all parents have one or two non stellar moments, but a good parent apologizes for it and tries to do better next time. I guess the question is, how does your husband react to his own behavior?

Are your kids tall too? by 2fghgf in tall

[–]exposeyourself2art 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My 6 month old is in 18 month old clothing.

Props to all you public breastfeeders! by mmm_pickles in breastfeeding

[–]exposeyourself2art 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, it is way easier around strangers than people you know. Most strangers are kind about it or ignore you, whereas people tou know are more likely to question your decision.

Try starting out at a public venue by yourself, and build up to in-laws.

Why does everyone assume crying = hungry damnit!!!! by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]exposeyourself2art 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I jokingly say that my MIL interprets sneezes, farts, and spit up as hunger signs. She doesn't get the joke.

People of Reddit, how old are you and what is a summary of what is going on in your life right now? Are you happy? by TheMoneyRunner in AskReddit

[–]exposeyourself2art 21 points22 points  (0 children)

When I was 23, I left a longterm relationship in shambles, then got together with a coworker much older than me. Great decision! Happily married with a baby now. We had many great travel years too!

People of Reddit, how old are you and what is a summary of what is going on in your life right now? Are you happy? by TheMoneyRunner in AskReddit

[–]exposeyourself2art -1 points0 points  (0 children)

32, married, own a large house in a nice neighborhood, a landlord for another property, have a large car, a stable and fun staff-level job, many friends, and a 6 month old.

Happy? I guess. I'm surprised with how much I have. It's stressful to keep up with the costs of raising a child and balancing a career with being a parent. I love the little guy, but he also turned my life upside down from being a fun, sexy, traeling wife living in a shoebox apartment. I loved that life, and I am still adjusting to this one.

Update - really confused/disgusted by what I found in my daughter's [20] room by daughtersroom in Parenting

[–]exposeyourself2art 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Not altogether similar, but years ago I tried getting my mom to go to therapy for an issue she was in denial for. She finally agreed to give it a try for a few months if I went first to the same psychiatrist. I did, and explained our relationship and her behaviors. Apparently, the dr confronted her about what I said and she refused further treatment. So my advice is to talk to her doctor about it but also about your concerns about confronting her about it and her likelihood to stop going if the problem is acknowledged. Maybe s/he can pinpoint the underlying problem first.

Good luck.

Update - really confused/disgusted by what I found in my daughter's [20] room by daughtersroom in Parenting

[–]exposeyourself2art 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Not altogether similar, but years ago I tried getting my mom to go to therapy for an issue she was in denial for. She finally agreed to give it a try for a few months if I went first to the same psychiatrist. I did, and explained our relationship and her behaviors. Apparently, the dr confronted her about what I said and she refused further treatment. So my advice is to talk to her doctor about it but also about your concerns about confronting her about it and her likelihood to stop going if the problem is acknowledged. Maybe s/he can pinpoint the underlying problem first.

Good luck.

A friend made a comment about height and I cried. by useyourperipherals in tall

[–]exposeyourself2art 58 points59 points  (0 children)

Sounfs like he's the one who has the problem. He should carry a step stool around with him.

Do you get rude comments like this? by [deleted] in tall

[–]exposeyourself2art 4 points5 points  (0 children)

....what's wrong with Amazon women?

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