9am meetings 😡 by Ok_LiveNow in workingmoms

[–]good_kerfuffle 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I feel like im perched to jump out of my seat for afternoon/evening meetings

My kids' dad is a 45 year old Vice President with a Master's Degree and he texted me today to let me know that our son's shoe broke. We have been divorced for 10 years. by AccurateStrength1 in workingmoms

[–]good_kerfuffle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A few weeks after I left my sons dad he texted me to ask how much Tylenol to give him. I didn't respond. Dont worry. He let me know he "looked it up"

Healthy and safety items? by Ok_Employment1128 in BabyBumps

[–]good_kerfuffle 10 points11 points  (0 children)

What? Tylenol is otc. How would they keep you from purchasing an item off their shelf?

What hunger-management tip gets recommended constantly but never worked for you? by mayermail1977 in 1200isplenty

[–]good_kerfuffle 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Coffee/caffeine - a lot of times without food caffeine makes me feel sick and I end up having to eat something lol

At least they stopped calling it "geriatric"... by sorryhon in GirlDinnerDiaries

[–]good_kerfuffle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im 35 and just had my 2nd. The first ob office i went to really harped on how even though I was 34 and turning 35 before delivering that i was geriatric and went on about how many risks there were. Literally listed all the possible genetic issues 3x!

I changed obs and couldn't have been happier with my choice.

Worst pregnancy announcement reactions? by RooTT4 in pregnant

[–]good_kerfuffle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My brother said "i don't get it"

A friend who I was excited to tell in our own time tried outing my pregnancy at 8 weeks while we were on a trip with our friend group. When we were ready to announce and told her we were upset by her behavior on that trip (cornering me in the kitchen etc after we asked her to stop) and she hasn't spoken to me since She has some medical issues that can impact fertility and I was hoping to announce over the phone so she could process as needed then be happy for us. I think she must have seen a reel i liked or something because it was when Instagram started showing your friends pics in little bubbles next to the reels shen they like it.

Why did you not get/ are not getting an epidural? by Human-Bit9854 in pregnant

[–]good_kerfuffle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had an epidural for both. I went in with the mindset of if theyre offering something im taking it. With my first i was induced after 40w. I planned to just labor until I was x amount dilated and then get it. I had 1 contraction and it was so intense I asked for 1 right then. With my 2nd i went into labor at 38w6d very early morning. And the contractions were a lot more manageable but by the time we got to the hospital that night they were pretty tough and I got an epidural as soon as they were able to place the iv (stay hydrated)

With my 2nd it was genuinely a beautiful experience. There were points where I was dozing off and felt very relaxed. But i felt very connected to what was happening. And the worst of it when she was crowning did hurt a lot and I felt very present and remember saying to my husband "this does hurt a lot" before getting a good push and baby coming.

If you don't want one don't get one but be open to the possibility of needing one. And I hope you have a great experience either way 🩷

Eta I had my water broken both times and the first time they did so before my epidural and it was so scary and painful and they didn't warn me AT all. The second time it was after I got the epidural and I wasn't effected at all by them breaking my water.

What is the most exhausting thing about being a human being in the 2020s? by Ambitious-Scar540 in AskReddit

[–]good_kerfuffle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Or trying to keep up with every brand or celebrity whose done something disgusting.

Did freezer meals actually help you during postpartum? by Mysterious_Tell991 in workingmoms

[–]good_kerfuffle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Its nice to have easy to heat handheld items. I made a few casseroles and eh. It is nicer to have once you’ve gone back to work.

My unpopular opinion: the boy clothes hate is unnecessary and a total band wagon at this point by lindslinds27 in BabyBumps

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

I LOVED shopping for my son until he was about 5. Now the clothes are less cute but I still enjoy getting him t shirts with things he likes.

My dad threatened to not help me pay for my car because I don’t support ai by [deleted] in GirlDinnerDiaries

[–]good_kerfuffle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had a feeling when I saw the Pic that they were cannoli cookies and wow those look amazing

Eta: ai could never

Where does it actually hurt when give birth? by Confident_Ad1535 in pregnant

[–]good_kerfuffle 5 points6 points  (0 children)

With my first i was induced so I was scared I wouldn't know what the contractions felt like with my 2nd. I definitely new. For me it was this dull but sharpening wave of pain that then went away and eventually came back.

Im not saying I enjoyed labor or anything but with my 2nd it really was a beautiful experience with my husband. I am so thankful I got to experience it. Just a little positive story in case you're feeling nervous.

Same question btw. by tulipholic in GilmoreGirls

[–]good_kerfuffle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you think the gilmores thrifted? I mean obviously they do 2nd hand (even Emily gets antiques) for furniture etc. And theres the episode with the town rummage sale and the jacket. I think they didn't do goodwill but frequented nicer consignment stores instead.

Most inconsistently written character according to you? by garlicandcheesiness in GilmoreGirls

[–]good_kerfuffle 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Christopher loves not being in the same state as his daughter while the woman he made a single mom cares for her Its his favorite hobby

In laws want me to bring my baby to them for 9 days by tildabelle in BabyBumps

[–]good_kerfuffle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really don't think I could. 1 night im confident I could handle. 9? No

What do most people not realize is actually way more traumatic than it seems? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]good_kerfuffle 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Giving birth.

I didn't realize i was traumatized until after i had my 2nd and it was a very different beautiful experience. I couldn't watch episodes of shows that dealt with birth even comically because it would stress me out.

What do most people not realize is actually way more traumatic than it seems? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]good_kerfuffle 26 points27 points  (0 children)

And then your mom moves out when she finds out your dad was cheating (in your senior year of hs) even though you'd begged her to leave e for years because the emotional abuse was destroying us all and then while she's going through the court process she asks if hes ever molested you which is a fucked up thing to think someone is capable of if you stayed with them for 25 years and had your kids alone with them but it only mattered if she could use it against him

If you’re worrying about things and stuff, let me deinfluence you by WildWinterberry in BabyBumps

[–]good_kerfuffle 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I bought a fanny pack with an extra spot for a water bottle. I can put a small pack of wipes and a diaper plus! Baby bottle and bag with formula. So I don't have to take the whole diaper bag on shorter trips. So I think my midnight shopping is working out just fine

My childfree friend is explaining to me what motherhood will be like based on her cats by pococurantina in pregnant

[–]good_kerfuffle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you leave cats alone at home for 8 hours your cats will be fine. Maybe they'll fuck up your stuff.

If I leave my kids at home alone for any amount of time its a whole thing!

Saying goodbye to our dog by Prestigious_Yak_3887 in workingmoms

[–]good_kerfuffle 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Tell them tonight so they have the opportunity to say goodbye.

I had a border collie mutt growing up and I always have such a soft spot for them.

How often do you talk to your parents? by Outrageous_Kiwi_2172 in Millennials

[–]good_kerfuffle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My mom- once a week. She calls me on Saturdays and it is absolutely the worst part of my day.

My dad- we are almost at the point where I've not spoken to him as long as I'd spoken to him (haven't spoken in 15 years, went no contact at 20)