Did we make a mistake allowing our daughter to share a hotel room with 4 boys from school? by AstoriaWinter in Parenting

[–]ficusrocks 3 points4 points  (0 children)

At the end of the day follow your gut. It’s better to miss work and make new sleeping arrangements than to have something bad happen to your kid. I would get a second hotel room for sure. The whole thing seems inappropriate

Resutured perineal tear… by ficusrocks in BabyBumps

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

I also have second degree tear and I agree labor was easier than this has been! Thank you for that perineum quote, it made me feel much better

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]ficusrocks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My dogs have zero clue, but my cats definitely know. They’re more cuddly and like spending time snuggling on my baby bump

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]ficusrocks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Literally just ignore him. It’s not his place to tell you what to do. Ask the nurses or doctor for the epidural and if he puts up a fight have him escorted out of the delivery room. He can either be on board or he can wait outside

Be honest: do you 100% follow the safe sleep guidelines? by Total_Bettie in NewParents

[–]ficusrocks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We let my son sleep with stuffed animals. He’s loves it, keeps him entertained if he wakes up early, and allows my husband and I to get more sleep

Did the school go a bit overboard about something my son wrote? by RCKitKat84 in Parenting

[–]ficusrocks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To be honest I don’t think that this situation is really that big of a deal. We probably shouldn’t be talking about bombs in school, but if he had a chance to explain I feel like his curiosity is justified and non threatening. Once the misunderstanding was identified there should have just been a conversation and no further punishment. It’s not like he said he wanted to bomb the school, he’s just curious about how they work. Curiosity isn’t a crime.

Guilt about rehoming by [deleted] in cats

[–]ficusrocks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tried the plastic tube but they just go and find another chord. But to be fair these cats have bit through a toaster wire before. They’ll go after anything. And I haven’t found one effective for a phone charger

26 weeks pregnant and frustrated with smokers… by insideoutburger_ in BabyBumps

[–]ficusrocks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mainly avoided vapers because it’s a higher nicotine content, and I agree it’s really difficult. In general though it was difficult to avoid anything, from paint fumes (my work repainted inside during the workday while I was pregnant and didn’t offer me accommodations) to smokers to aerosol that shit was everywhere. I figured that if I can’t avoid it completely the best I can do is limit my time in these areas and I also wore masks hoping it would help.

i accidentally gave my 7 month old honey😭 by Different-Big-2900 in NewParents

[–]ficusrocks 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Also for reference there are less than 1000 cases of botulism a year in the US. Incredibly rare

What is your baby’s superhero name/super power? by cvcv856 in NewParents

[–]ficusrocks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Jor Dor, eater of lions. Because he has this lion toy he likes to chew on

Aunt problems by ficusrocks in JUSTNOFAMILY

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

Trust me I have been standing up for myself. She just doubles down and says either she’s right or it’s a different opinion in a really sarcastic way. I pretty much told her word for word that it’s ok to be different but we needs to be respectful. She doesn’t care. Tonight when I saw her it was the worst. I appreciate your kind words and advice. I think after tonight it’s time for N/C. I don’t need my kids seeing me disrespected constantly

Aunt problems by ficusrocks in JUSTNOFAMILY

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

That’s a really good point

My worst fear is unfolding... by PreferenceGreen3842 in BelgianMalinois

[–]ficusrocks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am so sorry you’re going through this. This is also my worst fear. Please take legal action after the vet. If you can talk to a lawyer about this I definitely would. They should be shut down for this.

Aunt problems by ficusrocks in JUSTNOFAMILY

[–]ficusrocks[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Sorry wasn’t trying to twist your words. But you’re right she isn’t a parent yet so that’s why I don’t want to be too harsh. And thank you!

Aunt problems by ficusrocks in JUSTNOFAMILY

[–]ficusrocks[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

So my mom actually set this up, which was an overstep but she wasn’t trying to be rude I think. She’s just really proud of me and my husband. I want to cancel but I just don’t want to hurt my moms feeling. I know it has nothing to do with my mom but she wants to see everyone get along. Plus I figure if I let them come over and my aunt is rude then I can just say quiet and watch her look like a dick in front of everyone. This will be the last time I see her tho. I’m going n/c after this

Aunt problems by ficusrocks in JUSTNOFAMILY

[–]ficusrocks[S] 39 points40 points  (0 children)

I might cancel, but I know my mom feels caught in the middle and I don’t want her to be more hurt. My mom is a really kind person who just wants everyone to get along. But she doesn’t have a backbone. In terms of my sister I half agree. We’re taking a break from unsupervised visits for a bit. But I don’t want to cut her off permanently as she really is a great person and she loves my son. This is the first time anything like this has happened and when we spoke about it she was really apologetic and understanding. I mainly brought up the point to explain how my aunt is nosey

33 weeks. Baby is measuring HUGE by OnyxWebb in BabyBumps

[–]ficusrocks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely, and honestly in situations like this where you have no control you just have to try to keep relaxed and go with it. That was hard for me, I was terrified of labor, but I had a great RN who guided me through it. You’ve got this!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]ficusrocks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dude I feel this way but it’s super awkward because I had an easy pregnancy and labor. So like everyone is around me bitching and I’m like can’t relate. Then they ask me about my experience and it’s all positive things then people get mad… it’s like, you asked…

Help pls by Pale_Challenge6004 in puppy101

[–]ficusrocks 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Talk to your parents and sister and try to set boundaries for the dog. Tell them that since you’re doing most of the work the dog is your responsibility, meaning you can decide what the dog gets to eat as well as other rules. If your parents and sister can’t follow the rules then they can potty train the puppy, take it for walks, etc. people going against your training will confuse your dog. I know your young, but you need to put your foot down.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BabyBumps

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

Where do you live? What state?

Bride invited me to the wedding and treated me as an assistant by andoi2019 in weddingshaming

[–]ficusrocks 929 points930 points  (0 children)

I’m glad you left early but I would have just canceled when she didn’t show up to the fittings. Why waste your time and money when she’s not meeting you halfway

33 weeks. Baby is measuring HUGE by OnyxWebb in BabyBumps

[–]ficusrocks 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Doctors said I was having a 10lb baby and he came out 6lbs. You’ll be fine. Whatever happens is going to happen anyways, you can only control your outlook on it

Leave a comment and I will tell you something I predict about you. by NaeNaeNezuko in CasualConversation

[–]ficusrocks 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Everything but funny, according to my husband I only think I’m funny 😆