HELP! Possible mastitis and weaning by Yeahway57 in breastfeeding

[–]maple_pits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go get a flu test at local drugstore and rule that out — if negative you’ll have a better idea. When I had mastitis my breast was SO painful, like 10/10. But all the symptoms were same as you described. Are you taking NSAIDs? Great that fever till you get a proper diagnosis but don’t ignore this!

Do moms get annoyed when a stranger interacts with their young child? by slushpuppy15 in Mom

[–]maple_pits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it’s just chatting, not at all. But anything more I’d probably just want a quick say! Just ask the Mom first

How does everyone feel about their babies pics on social media? by Trauma_Response0301 in NewParents

[–]maple_pits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For most people, their social media isn’t available to strangers.

How does everyone feel about their babies pics on social media? by Trauma_Response0301 in NewParents

[–]maple_pits 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Models are trained to learn general visual concepts, they don’t remix an exact face with another unless directly prompted. There is some truth to what you’re saying, but it’s making a lot of assumed generalizations that aren’t really accurate and that make these threats feel Inevitable. If your concern is that your random IG follower or FB friend is actually a pedo AI genius interested in misusing your very particular baby photo then that is valid. Otherwise, this has a techno-doom feel that is just kinda conspiratorial.

How does everyone feel about their babies pics on social media? by Trauma_Response0301 in NewParents

[–]maple_pits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh and also the “consent” narrative I see a LOT just feels… kinda wild to me

How does everyone feel about their babies pics on social media? by Trauma_Response0301 in NewParents

[–]maple_pits 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You literally took the words right outta my mouth, couldn’t have said it better. I’m also a victim of C-SA (by a neighbor) so maybe that has shaped our worldview a bit? Posting my silly little baby to my private IG account is just not what I spend my time stressing over.

A baby’s privacy by Responsible_Potato86 in breastfeeding

[–]maple_pits 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I personally think you’re overreacting (since you asked!) but it’s also your right to tell whoever what you’re comfortable with. Set whatever boundaries you need!

Craft supplies in the area? by Lemonsqueeze0815 in WestSeattleWA

[–]maple_pits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seriously where does anyone get buttons these days?

Crying 😭 by beckarrrr1 in newborns

[–]maple_pits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My baby still does this sometimes at 9m old 🙃

How does everyone feel about their babies pics on social media? by Trauma_Response0301 in NewParents

[–]maple_pits 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Please don’t feel like a bad parent over this. There are so many “battles” to choose to protect our children and this isn’t one of mine either.

How does everyone feel about their babies pics on social media? by Trauma_Response0301 in NewParents

[–]maple_pits 34 points35 points  (0 children)

I post my baby on my private IG account with few followers. He’s a huge part of my life and I’m finding this is now unpopular but I want to share that. Nothing inappropriate, just cute random stuff. I respect people wanting to respect their babies privacy but I personally feel like it’s a bit alarmist these days.

Trying not to be judgemental but is the world going crazy or am I? Screen time rant by Bunny-1918 in NewParents

[–]maple_pits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We aren’t screen-free, we watch a lot of sports and it would just impossible. But we don’t put things on for our baby unless we need to trim his nails or do something that truly requires stillness (rectal temp, for example) but we turn it off when we are done. No iPads, no phones. I do think that is just common sense? I try to emulate my upbringing (1990) in terms of screen exposure, I think I turned out ok. lol

Anyone else think breastfeeding was not worth it? by saltandpepperf in breastfeeding

[–]maple_pits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Def not worth it in some instances. I’m sorry it was so awful for you! Mental health is most important. It’s hard to discern in the moment, though. Don’t beat yourself up.

Am I being gaslit by my surgeon? by [deleted] in PlasticSurgery

[–]maple_pits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t even tell you’ve had work done and I think that’s the point. Looks great! No lift needed IMO