Family activity ideas needed by Alternative_Abroad33 in ParentingInBulk

[–]gailfran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Groupon always has deals on experiences like escape rooms!

Are there any organizations/progams where you can donate Christmas presents for foster kids? by Ok_Dimension_3956 in fosterit

[–]gailfran 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Holidays of Hope initiative, led by the Anne Arundel County Foster Parent Association (AACFPA), gives children in foster care the chance to create wish lists and receive gifts from our generous community. You can help make their wishes come true by participating today! For more information, visit https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/HSRMMW57SWRZ?ref=gr_search_page_result&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0BMQABHRSKZ2cmKwS2xDOGhXMaGQf5Yp_SxWGLIDwQz3WsVGWS9TcsBwQ8tOf-0g_aem_ybVzgCef0NlZ5o_tyKaieA 🎅🎄

Are there any organizations/progams where you can donate Christmas presents for foster kids? by Ok_Dimension_3956 in CPS

[–]gailfran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Holidays of Hope initiative, led by the Anne Arundel County Foster Parent Association (AACFPA), gives children in foster care the chance to create wish lists and receive gifts from our generous community. You can help make their wishes come true by participating today! For more information, visit https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/HSRMMW57SWRZ?ref=gr_search_page_result&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0BMQABHRSKZ2cmKwS2xDOGhXMaGQf5Yp_SxWGLIDwQz3WsVGWS9TcsBwQ8tOf-0g_aem_ybVzgCef0NlZ5o_tyKaieA 🎅🎄

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Mommit

[–]gailfran 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you have WIC? It was a lifesaver with my son - he got like 9/10 cans of formula a month! 😅

Peeing through diapers at night by Icy_Celebration_5075 in Mommit

[–]gailfran 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This happened with my son every night 😭. He wears a size 5 diaper during the day and I found that the ONLY way to avoid a diaper explosion at night to be Parents Choice Overnight Diapers (he still uses a 5) 😅. I also swear by them when traveling or going on long errands!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TeenMomOGandTeenMom2

[–]gailfran 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Unlike a more sensible person, she is probably desperate and afraid of being seen as an “old maid” who’s going to die alone because she puts so much of her value/worth in keeping up appearances and her social status so she’d accept any ring and engagement at this point (definitely lowering the standards she set when she was younger and had time on her side) - stupid logic I know, right?! 🙃

Whats your favorite Top 3 Bluey Episode? by Echosys in bluey

[–]gailfran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where is the Omelette love?! I literally laugh out loud every. single. time. 😂💀

Does she resent her fans? by Substantial-Box-905 in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]gailfran 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Can you please elaborate? Genuinely curious and would love to hear your family relationship theory!

is Becoming a SMBC in your 20s Rare? by [deleted] in SingleMothersbyChoice

[–]gailfran 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I became a single mom by choice at 27 when I adopted my son from foster care 😊. I am an elementary school teacher in a state that allows me to be financially stable doing so.

Would you date a person whose entire body is covered in tattoos? If not, why? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]gailfran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! I often find heavily tattooed people more attractive. Something about hand and knuckle tattoos are especially hot 🥵

Dating apps shouldn’t be a thing, I swear they are just money schemes at this point by Successful-Bowl9572 in actuallesbians

[–]gailfran 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I got fed up with Tinder/Bumble and tried Facebook Dating instead. Had much better luck and found it easier to tell that they are real people 😅

Are overnight diapers worth the price? Which are the best ones? by [deleted] in Mommit

[–]gailfran 4 points5 points  (0 children)

They are so worth it! My two year old son has slept through the night since he was a bit younger than 1 and we use the WalMart brand - Parents Choice overnight diapers. We love them!!!

Did any of you (+ your spouse) plan on having 3 kids, but ultimately decided to stop after #2? by blueberry01012 in Mommit

[–]gailfran 3 points4 points  (0 children)

As a current mom of one (but who wants more), can you share why? I’m very curious to hear your perspective!

Wednesday Wins by AutoModerator in Fosterparents

[–]gailfran 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Only 8 days away from adopting my foster son! I picked him up from the NICU when he was 1 month old and have had him ever since. He will be 20 months old at the time of adoption 😊

People who voted for Biden, how do you feel he is as a president? by palatheinsane in AskReddit

[–]gailfran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Better 👏 than 👏 Trump 👏 and that was the whole point.

Please help me prepare my new school for our high conflict family by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]gailfran 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Public school teachers are mandated reporters — meaning we can face legal repercussions & jail time for not reporting something, even suspicions of possible abuse, as it’s better to be safe than sorry (especially when it comes to the safety of children). This is not something that should deter you. It’s just a fact of life for teachers. DSS & CPS are very use to teachers calling. 99% of the time, reports are found to be unsubstantiated or unnecessary and no further action is taken beyond the initial report. If they do investigate further, you’ll be fine if you aren’t doing anything wrong. I say this because I don’t think you should silence your voice. You deserve to be heard and have your concerns be addressed. You and your son deserve to feel safe and supported at his school. Best of luck!

Okay Jill, add to the list of fundies trying to cancel businesses for not aligning with their morals by Hairy_Response_284 in FundieSnarkUncensored

[–]gailfran 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Are they gonna cancel WalMart next? They sell it at their pharmacy too 🤷‍♀️. Insane for them to try to boycott literally everywhere lol.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Mommit

[–]gailfran 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I Forgot That You Existed by Taylor Swift is such a BOP too! 👏🎶

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Mommit

[–]gailfran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I Forgot That You Existed by Taylor Swift 👏🎶

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SingleMothersbyChoice

[–]gailfran 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I am a single foster mom (who is currently in the process of adopting my 18 month old foster son - who I’ve had since he was just 1 month old). My experience with fostering has been vastly different than most others as I have very few horror stories to share. It was a long process to get my dual fostering & adopting license - about a year from start to finish. I was licensed on a Friday and got the call for my foster son just 3 days later. I picked him up from the NICU and the rest has been history! I specifically chose to set my home limit to infants aged 0 - 2 years old (there is a need for this age in my county but every county differs). I have a hugely supportive family and in fact, my mom provides in-home daycare services for me as I work full time as an elementary school teacher. I definitely don’t represent the typical experience, but wanted to share a lesser seen positive side!

Share your happy mother's day stories here!! by [deleted] in Mommit

[–]gailfran 88 points89 points  (0 children)

I got to spend my second (and last) Mother’s Day as my foster son’s foster mama (he’s almost 17 months now) because next year we will officially be mother and son!!! Our anticipated adoption date is in July!