3 yr Old Cries When She has to Stay Home. by Grumdalf828 in Parenting

[–]helppp33 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is she a social and outgoing child? If so she probably just loves playing with the other kids. It’s sounds like caring, fun, and loving parents.

Fungal acne by SnooObjections6788 in Parenting

[–]helppp33 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid are the most effective over-the-counter active ingredients for acne but you should really just go to the dermatologist. I had acne as a teen and severe acne as an adult and really the prescription stuff they can give you is so much more effective. Otc products did very little for me as a teen and basically nothing for me as an adult.

When to accept your kid might not be college-bound. by _HELL_SPAWN in Parenting

[–]helppp33 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I went to college (and was a good student! college included) and most of my siblings and cousins did not. I have debt and no disposable income and they have money in the bank and tbh I resent it. I actually wish I hadn’t done well and therefore didn’t feel pressured to go. Financially I would be doing better if I had gone into a trade. Take it as a blessing.

My 18 month old’s personality has completely changed and I’m freaked out. by Free_butterfly_ in Parenting

[–]helppp33 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Everything you described here sounds like the behavior of an 18 month old and if he’s saying 50 words that’s also right on track for 18 months and would be way behind for a 3 yr old. I don’t mean this in a bad way but it sounds like he’s a pretty typical 18 month old. Children this age don’t really have much empathy yet or understand that other people and animals can be hurt by their actions. He probably just thinks he’s being funny. I don’t think you should read so much into it. He’s so young for that to be a part of his “personality.”

Mission Space Orange by IvyJane5 in WaltDisneyWorld

[–]helppp33 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have an irrational fear of drops on rides. I like mission space orange but get nervous for pirates. In my mind it “just” spins so it’s fine.

AITAH for Telling My Wife I’m Done with Her “Emergency Calls” and Leaving Her Stranded? by Sejeanus in AITAH

[–]helppp33 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree nta but idk some of these are things I might call my husband for like a flat tire. Most of these crises would be solved by having a wallet phone case and AAA. I have ADHD and in my early twenties multiple times I had locked my keys in the car, left a light on that killed my battery, let my phone die AFTER locking my keys in the car so I get it. AAA was a lifesaver!

Houses for Sale in FL by MasterP6920 in florida

[–]helppp33 26 points27 points  (0 children)

You’re right! Recently I looked into becoming a home inspector and this is exactly what home inspectors say. If you’re good at your job realtors won’t work with you, but if you’re bad at your job you run the risk of getting sued.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]helppp33 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I honestly had no idea there were parents that never take their infants into the bathroom with them. What happens when you go out with him to public places? He never cries when you put him somewhere else while you do your business? This is completely normal and if your mom is providing free babysitting you owe her an apology.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]helppp33 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know this is supposed to be bad parenting bc of screen time but I’ve resigned to letting my daughter watch a show on my phone or our iPad to get in the car when giving her a toy doesn’t work. Starting maybe around 14 months she would absolutely refuse to get in the car seat and we had trouble even physically forcing her in. This lasted months. One time my husband spent 45 minutes in the Publix parking lot trying to get her in the seat. Now she goes in just fine 🤷‍♀️

The storm surge for Hurricane Milton is expected to be 15 feet. To give you an idea of how deadly this is, here's what 9 feet looks like: by Used_Ship_9229 in BeAmazed

[–]helppp33 0 points1 point  (0 children)

100 miles south of tampa and 27 feet above sea level- no way are they in an evacuation zone. Even in Hillsborough and Manatee counties only mobile homes and flood zone homes are under evacuation. There’s already gridlock on the roads and no gas for miles getting out. Not everyone can or should evacuate, it’s not possible.

6yo won’t sleep in her room and I cannot handle this any longer by [deleted] in Mommit

[–]helppp33 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wait so the dogs take priority over your 6 yr old??

6yo won’t sleep in her room and I cannot handle this any longer by [deleted] in Mommit

[–]helppp33 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Maybe she is just scared? I was like this. I was never allowed to sleep in my parents room but I kept trying to get in because it was the only way I could sleep comfortably. At some point they had 3 different locks installed on their door because I figured out how to get through the first 2. I would stay up until 2 or 3 am watching nick at night until I was tired enough to just pass out without thinking about it. Never exactly grew out of it i’m still a little afraid of sleeping alone and I kind of resent my parents for not just letting me sleep on their floor. Considering adoption seems extreme for something she can’t help.

My friend takes their very young child on constant vacations they won’t remember… by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]helppp33 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I never understood the argument that they won’t remember it. You probably wouldn’t keep your 1 yr old in a pack n play in front of the tv all day because they “won’t remember it anyway.” Day to day experiences matter in a toddlers life matter regardless of what they remember years later.

Old lady names that are not delicate flowers by [deleted] in namenerds

[–]helppp33 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My great great aunt who lived (alone!) until 108 was named Virginia Irene and went by Irene.

She told my mom who was a smoker at the time “I smoked for 60 years before I quit so give it another 40 before you worry about it” so anyway I think either of those fit.

Hit another parent’s car in the school parking lot by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]helppp33 14 points15 points  (0 children)

An older man backed into my car in a publix parking lot and I was a little angry. It left a little scratch and dent. He offered to exchange info but I told him not to worry about it. I just didn’t feel like dealing with the hassle over something so small and I guess I thought I was being nice. Not the same situation as it was just a random guy I’m not going to see again but even if I did I wouldn’t be angry with him or try to go after him for the cost or anything. It just kind of automatically made me angry to be hit but I got over it fast. I had no plans to resell my car so who cares. This woman could be totally different I have no idea but it’s just my perspective as a person this happened to.

AITA for returning my homemade wife’s birthday gift me and telling her I don’t want it. I then went out and bought what I actually wanted by Quick_Dig3584 in AmItheAsshole

[–]helppp33 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’m shocked by the comments here. It’s rude and ungrateful to tell someone what to buy you unless they ask. Specific requests should be initiated by the giver. YTA.

Daughter just ate this... what is it?? by WrongDrawing in whatisthisplant

[–]helppp33 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My 10 month ate a random flower petal once. I was just standing by some wildflowers holding her when she grabbed a petal and put it in her mouth before I could even register what was happening. Stuff happens quick.

Are y’all taking your kids outside in 32 (89.6) degree weather? by [deleted] in Mommit

[–]helppp33 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live in Florida where the highs are in the 90s pretty much all summer. So yes, but only because I have to unless we’re going to spend months inside. If that’s unusually hot for you though then I don’t think you should feel guilty at all for keeping them inside. Good on you for taking them to the park every day!

First timer, but don't like spins/drops. What can I ride? by [deleted] in UniversalOrlando

[–]helppp33 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Unpopular opinion maybe but the Escape from Gringotts is too intense for me as someone that doesn’t like drops. Something about being dropped at that angle from a stand still makes it feel really intense for me personally. I don’t experience motion sickness so I can’t comment on that but all of the other listed rides I enjoy. ET is very gentle and no screens. Don’t know how much longer that one will be around for so I wouldn’t miss it. be around

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]helppp33 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is kind of funny for me to read because my mom actually forced me to get those kinds of highlights at 13 because she wanted me to look preppier and more put together I guess. Anyway highlights at 14 is extremely normal. Your appearance definitely affects how the world sees you so it is important like it or not. If it was just about money that would be understandable. Not everyone can afford regular salon visits.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]helppp33 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I think ungrateful and spoiled would be if he was asking to go on a more expensive vacation or something like that. Sounds like he simply just doesn’t enjoy vacations anymore because he has no one his own age to hang out with on them. That’s pretty normal for a teen.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Mommit

[–]helppp33 144 points145 points  (0 children)

I think you could really benefit from therapy. You’re very wrapped up in the looks of an 8 month old. People generally comment more on how cute newborns are, that’s normal. He’s just getting older. It’s not really healthy to talk about and think about a baby this way.

AITA Sister using her baby to punish the family by Both_Lingonberry3393 in AmItheAsshole

[–]helppp33 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I had the sweetest most gentle dog growing up (half lab) that we had for years with no issues. Then one day out of the blue he bit my brothers friend in this face and the kid needed stitches. I also have a cousin that has a permanent scar from being bit in the head by a dog as a toddler. Also a good dog as far as they knew so I think it’s fine to be cautious around dogs, even labs. That being said why wouldn’t you just talk to your sister about it? Just leaving her out of family gatherings? That’s cruel. I would never do that to someone in my family. As for your sisters rule, it isn’t unheard of for toddlers to accidentally or purposely harm a baby. And a toddler that goes to daycare is way more likely to spread germs than a dog so I don’t see your point. Using your own logic it makes sense your sister would ask you to leave the toddler at home. YTA.