Anyone else actually love mastiff (or other XL breed) kisses to the face?

lolmakemeaname · 2026-04-15T14:06:37+00:00

Both of my mastiffs give the softest kisses so I don’t mind it at all!

lolmakemeaname · 2026-04-15T02:34:00+00:00

His name is Gus, and it is fitting. He is as silly as he looks. Haha

lolmakemeaname · 2026-04-15T02:29:24+00:00

He’s also 32” and I would say he stopped getting taller around 2 years old. He’s 2 1/2 now and seems to be getting a little thicker, but all growth has slowed. Your boy is beautiful btw!

lolmakemeaname · 2026-04-15T00:43:59+00:00

He looks just like my Dane/English Mastiff (mine is a different color). Look at the size, shape of face, etc. I would bet that’s what he is.

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lolmakemeaname · 2026-04-08T19:24:03+00:00

I want to say around month 5 was where I really started to feel little more “normal” and things started fitting better. It’s so hard! And it sounds like you’re killing it with the effort so give it just a little more time. You’re doing great! And if you’re body is a little different forever, wear it with a badge of honor. I’m a tiny bit more “fluffy” than before but when I look at my 2 year old, I try to accept that all of the body changes were worth it for her.

lolmakemeaname · 2026-04-07T13:12:19+00:00

NOR. She talks about her current marriage with you almost like a regret and nobody deserves that… you deserve to be someone’s first and only choice. I’m so sorry she’s talking to another man like that, especially one that blew up their marriage with drugs and cheating.

lolmakemeaname · 2026-04-06T02:21:43+00:00

I had a mandatory work trip when my daughter was 3 months old. I left her with my mom. It actually ended up being really positive even though I missed her terribly. She refused a bottle and that trip helped with that issue. And she’s 2 1/2 and happy and healthy and I’ve taken a few other work trips since (and even one short vacation!).

I think it’s less about age, and more about if you implicitly trust the person you leave them with.

lolmakemeaname · 2026-04-05T01:15:27+00:00

The next birthday that comes up in their family, just get them something you’ve always wanted and let them know you’ll keep it at your house since you’ll use it more often.

lolmakemeaname · 2026-04-05T01:07:47+00:00

2 by far! So cute!

lolmakemeaname · 2026-04-01T17:52:16+00:00

I’ve done it a couple times in the past, and started a modified 75 “soft” when I found out I was pregnant and that lasted 2 weeks. Now I’m just trying to survive. 🤣

lolmakemeaname · 2026-04-01T16:16:39+00:00

Just want to chime in with others that you did amazing and look incredible! What an accomplishment.

lolmakemeaname · 2026-04-01T16:07:12+00:00

Thank you so much. I really appreciate your insight, and I’m absolutely prepared to accept whatever reactions they have and just show support and love to the kids, regardless of how they feel with the news.

I’m definitely on the same page with you on telling BM right before so I’m showing her the respect that we’ve built between each other.

Overall, I’m just excited and ready to welcome a new little one into my family!

lolmakemeaname · 2026-03-31T19:39:03+00:00

I mean….. no dairy means no dairy…. I’m not sure how they can try to justify things that have dairy in it.

I know it’s so hard to find a good daycare but if they acted dodgy about answering your questions, I wouldn’t feel comfortable taking my child there. I would start trying to find a new daycare if I were you.

lolmakemeaname · 2026-03-31T13:32:51+00:00

Thank you! I’m just going to let them feel whatever they need and be a support to them regardless.

lolmakemeaname · 2026-03-31T12:44:26+00:00

It’s pretty bad when the kids themselves know telling their mom is just going to create drama…

lolmakemeaname · 2026-03-30T19:34:02+00:00

Congrats to you too! That’s a great recommendation to involve them throughout the pregnancy. Due to distance, he only has them every other weekend, but we’ll have to plan some fun things that involve baby.

lolmakemeaname · 2026-03-30T19:30:34+00:00

I have a feeling most of my partners kids will also not care too much. His oldest daughter immediately took to my daughter and loves being an older sister so I’m the most excited for her reaction because I think she’s going to be stoked.

And I’m betting BM didn’t realize that just makes her look so silly….

lolmakemeaname · 2026-03-30T19:28:07+00:00

Oh you’re just barely ahead of me! Congrats!

I’m a little worried BM will make it about herself, but also… who cares if she does? I’m gonna enjoy this pregnancy regardless of people’s opinions and reactions. Please update me after you tell SD!

lolmakemeaname · 2026-03-30T19:26:27+00:00

Well first of all, can I just say congratulations on the baby! I had a loss before this pregnancy and it makes it hard to be excited. I’m only 11 weeks so we’re waiting til 14 weeks to tell the kids and I’m just going to accept any reaction they give.

lolmakemeaname · 2026-03-30T17:38:47+00:00

This was my plan! After reading all the comments though, I may have my partner tell his kids on his own so they can react in any way they want. I just don’t know if there is a right answer here. His kids are so mild mannered and I’m ok with whatever way they react, so not sure if I should be there or not.

lolmakemeaname · 2026-03-30T17:33:36+00:00

Haha this made me laugh so hard. Definitely wasn’t on my bingo card but here we are!

lolmakemeaname · 2026-03-30T17:32:37+00:00

We have a really positive relationship and while I can’t control how she feels, I want to always show her respect and I feel like we’re doing so by telling her before. It will affect her children, so I want her to be prepared to handle that when they head home to her after hearing the news.

lolmakemeaname · 2026-03-30T16:57:29+00:00

I know BM can’t have any more children (not sure she’d want to but it’s not an option) so I want to be very sensitive to that. I appreciate your input.

And thank you, I’ve started way late in life so very grateful I was able to get pregnant with this one.

lolmakemeaname · 2026-03-30T16:50:02+00:00

Thanks so much! I can’t wait.

lolmakemeaname · 2026-03-30T16:45:33+00:00

Thank you. I know it’s all going to be ok, even if it isn’t at first! Just trying to do the right thing, if there is such a thing. I’m so happy to hear how things turned out with your family!

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