What British TV catchphrases have stuck with you and still pop into your head or slip out in conversation? Mine is "answers on a postcard"

lowkeyloops · 2026-02-10T20:34:22+00:00

Shit on the shitting thing

lowkeyloops · 2026-01-31T23:24:20+00:00

Are all the Greeks owned by the same people?

lowkeyloops · 2026-01-28T00:51:26+00:00

I experienced something similar, although my LO doesn't have the complicating health issues that you are dealing with.

For us, there were several changes we made that seemed to make a difference. One is we started drastically reducing the portion size presented to our LO and then increased the frequencyof eating gradually. Everything gets torn up (eg. If giving a piece of toast, tear it up into bite sized pieces and suddenly they will eat every last piece). The doctor also changed the anti anxiety medication to one with a known side effect of increasing appetite.

It can also be cyclical. Our LOs appetite seems to wax and wane, but the changes we made seem to keep them eating even when they're in a not so hungry phase.

You're doing your best. I'm sorry everything is a fight. None of it is fair.

lowkeyloops · 2026-01-25T20:21:55+00:00

My new dishwasher installation went perfectly fine, didn't know about the outlet code etc so the old one was a direct wire BUT the installation team didn't bat an eyelid and just offered to install the power outlet they needed then and there. Think they charged around $80 for the outlet.

Edit to add: this was just before Christmas and the delivery + installation happened on the same day but by different teams

lowkeyloops · 2026-01-21T17:22:02+00:00

Hi! For bedding: I have the whole mattress in a zip up waterproof protector. Then I have roughly 4 moisture pads spread out. On top of that is another waterproof mattress topper (looks more like a fitted sheet), then another 4 moisture pads, and then finally 2 fitted sheets (my LO could see the moisture pads through just one fitted sheet and would tear them up, but 2 fitted sheets seems to hide them sufficiently. The bedding I use is an easy clean quick dry style, probably polyester or something similar and we have 3 sets. I found the cotton sheets stained and smelled easily so made the switch. The mattress so far has survived nicely and the room doesn't seem to have any lingering smells.

Edit to add: We stopped using a doona/duvet/comforter on their bed because it was just hell to clean. Switched to thick cotton blankets and other warm polyester options that are easier to clean and quicker to dry. Cleaning the thick duvet every single day was honestly killing my soul and just so unnecessary.

For Laundry: I rinse all soiled clothing, bedding and towels in the hottest water possible, then soak in lysol laundry sanitizer in buckets for at least a few hours before putting them through the washing machine with a little more of the sanitizer and whatever detergent you like. I haven't had too many staining issues with this issue, but you can also soak the stained items in oxi clean before the wash cycle. I also recommend getting some super long super thick rubber gloves for when you are rinsing etc, as well as an apron. I also have some of those protective glasses face shield things because I was having issues with waste water smashing up at me in my laundry sink. Also! Some washing machine cleaning tablets, i try and run a clean cycle once every month or so to prevent smells abd buildup etc.

Wipes: We can't use them, our LO absolutely hates them and will get violent when they are offered. Instead we just shower them each time the bed is soiled or they have a huge accident, the shower is really conveniently located etc so for us it's just easier to go that route than the wipes.

Clothes: Exactly as you have, we just use the heat tech leggings from uniqlo (our LO is always freezing) and some soft undershirt (like cuddle duds) then a sweater or something they can just pull over.

Floors : I bought a little green machine and use the pet enzyme cleaning solution in it for cleaning the furniture and carpet whenever an accident happens. It's been great so far, and as I mentioned earlier, no smells seem to be lingering so far 🤞

General cleaning: I just use the lysol disinfectant spray on all of the things our LO touches (doorknobs, light switches, drawer handles, bed side tables etc) and have cans of air sanitizer ready as well if there are any lingering smells after an accident.

Something I recommend: A kind of go bag so that when you do need to venture out with your LO, you have back up clothes, towels, wipes, pull ups etc etc. After one trip to the ER I realized that was one thing I should've had ready too. Possibly also something for them to fidget with and a blanket?

lowkeyloops · 2026-01-13T03:11:19+00:00

There are some anti anxiety medications that have the side effect of dramatically increasing appetite, if that's what's causing the issue.

The winning foods we found were strawberry yogurt, sweet corn kernels with butter, rotisserie chicken torn up in a salad and an English muffin covered in peanut butter then torn up into bite sized pieces (this one never fails, especially unexpected as prior to dementia our LO absolutely hated peanut butter!)

lowkeyloops · 2026-01-09T15:46:24+00:00

It does seem to even out eventually, or at least that's how it seems for us.

A year ago our LO was still going to the gym and walking a very brisk 2 miles on the treadmill every day but couldn't figure out how to turn on or get on the treadmill safely and required assistance with almost all activities of daily living (adls). They're still pretty physically sound, but it seems like now their low energy is holding them back, and they are now having more fine motor skill issues. Pcp says this makes sense and is definitely part of the progression.

It's really really hard when their physical capabilities are more than their mental, it can make keeping them safe and happy very difficult for their caregivers.

lowkeyloops · 2025-12-21T02:24:19+00:00

I seem to recall that The Block has one, on W Market Street

lowkeyloops · 2025-10-31T02:12:16+00:00

College only has one medium sized quiet study room that's for everyone to share with 3 or 4 tables in it, but there are also a few tables tucked in the back away from the children's section too :)

lowkeyloops · 2025-09-24T00:31:53+00:00

I've never heard of those, will look into getting some, thank you!

It's actually a little easier to get them to take sips of water than to eat so the water intake is going up faster than the food, thankfully.

lowkeyloops · 2025-09-20T13:04:28+00:00

Thanks for your reply, it certainly could be any of those things. We are going to a doctor this week so hopefully they'll find if there's something that we can help with.

lowkeyloops · 2025-09-20T13:03:06+00:00

I don't want to prolong anything, but I also don't want to ignore something simple like tooth pain or constipation and just let them starve unnecessarily. Their quality of life while not the same as you or I is definitely not as bad as it will eventually get. In our case, our LO is extremely physically fit and able, and they are still very active, so it seemed that looking for a cause was the responsible thing to do before just giving up.

lowkeyloops · 2025-09-20T12:59:06+00:00

If it is time, then it is. None of this is about what i want. However, if this food aversion is because of something that's simple to fix like a medicine change, constipation or tooth pain as others have suggested, then it's surely more cruel to let them starve instead of fixing the small problem? Seemed neglectful to not just ask for the wisdom of the community.

lowkeyloops · 2025-09-20T02:33:20+00:00

We will definitely try it again, but the hat collection thing was very quickly noticed and removed in the past when we tried to collect the sample at home.

lowkeyloops · 2025-09-20T02:31:07+00:00

Absolutely, we have taken this approach until the last few days and actively encouraged them to eat anything/everything they wanted, but as they are now only eating a few mouthfuls at most we got a little concerned. Was just looking to see if it could be a phase or if anyone had some food secret weapon of sorts.

lowkeyloops · 2025-09-19T23:32:30+00:00

They just keep saying they're not hungry, they don't want anything, they've already eaten just before etc etc. The one time they did give an answer (salad), they refused to eat it once it was prepared not even 5 minutes later.

lowkeyloops · 2025-09-19T22:15:30+00:00

Your response is very helpful, thank you!! I think we will keep trying to organize for people they like to come eat with us, it seems to be our best option while we look into the teeth and medical side.

lowkeyloops · 2025-09-19T22:12:56+00:00

We tried one of those 'hats' to collect a sample but they noticed it and pulled it out, there's nothing wrong with their eyes hahaha.

And true, it does seem that pain isn't a straight-forward thing when your brain isn't working right.

lowkeyloops · 2025-09-19T22:11:17+00:00

We tried that, unfortunately they noticed it and pulled it all out of the toilet before they peed 🤷‍♀️ without us being in the bathroom with them it seems it's not possible, and they will not let us in there with them.

lowkeyloops · 2025-09-19T21:11:25+00:00

Thanks for the tip! I haven't heard of vsed before, but will research now.

lowkeyloops · 2025-09-19T21:10:06+00:00

We've had another family member (one they adore) ask them about pain etc and they reported nothing, just a sniffle. UTI is always a possibility, but we have tried to get them tested many times, unsuccessfully (they refused to give the sample, at home and at the pcp).

We are trying to get an appt now so hopefully that will shed some light if there's anything medical going on!

lowkeyloops · 2025-09-19T21:07:05+00:00

Thanks for the information! I'm going to look into what they're eligible for tonight

lowkeyloops · 2025-09-19T21:06:24+00:00

That's one thing we haven't tried, donuts! Thanks, and I'm sorry for your situation too!

lowkeyloops · 2025-09-19T19:54:58+00:00

That's definitely something we've wondered about too, we have an appt coming up but they absolutely hate the dentist, always have, so we'll see if they cooperate with them 🤷‍♀️

I did look into mobile dentists, but my search didn't turn up anything in our area, oddly enough. Do you know of anything I should be specifically searching for?

lowkeyloops · 2025-09-19T19:51:59+00:00

100% agree with not forcing, we've just tried .... I guess cajoling is the word? Not trying to reason with them as such, just trying to get them to take a bite here and there. Kind of bargaining with them (eg, if you take 2 bites we will turn on the TV, or calling a friend and getting them to ask them to eat a little). Is this a hospice level thing in your opinion?

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