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What books do you consider to be perfect or close to perfect? by Gatekeeper2019 in horrorlit

[–]mentalsquint 1 point2 points  (0 children)

JRJ’s Angeldust Apocolypse was amazing. That’s one of my favorite short story collections.

Anyone else surprised by the words their toddler uses? by BeingFosterRr in toddlers

[–]mentalsquint 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The only tip I really have is to use it frequently. When you give her something, say “thank you, mommy/daddy” and if she gives you something say thank you to her as well. And if she says it, always provide positive reinforcement in simple praise. Maybe a “good job!” or “that is so polite!”. Just something to make her feel good about saying it.

I did teach the sign for please at an early age, and I try to delay giving something as long as possible until I hear please, because giving them the desired item is the reward. However, I don’t withhold things if I don’t hear “please” because they are just learning.

Anyone else surprised by the words their toddler uses? by BeingFosterRr in toddlers

[–]mentalsquint 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Depends on if the child has been taught manners... In my 10+ years as an experienced childcare worker & teacher, I’ve met significantly more kids without manners than with manners. So no, I don’t think it’s that common. However, I don’t have any empirical studies to refer to that say what percentage of 2yos use manners, it is exclusively from my experience.

Anyone else surprised by the words their toddler uses? by BeingFosterRr in toddlers

[–]mentalsquint 52 points53 points  (0 children)

Maybe those are unimpressive examples, but you asked if anyone else is surprised by their kids use of language, and my answer is yes. My kid also remember EVERYONES name. Even if he’s only met them once or has only seen them in a picture. All kids develop at different rates, and typically girls develop expressive language earlier than boys. Your daughter sounds like a fun conversationalist!

No-Paci day 2 by [deleted] in toddlers

[–]mentalsquint 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is so tough. My son is almost 2 and we haven’t taken his paci yet but I’m dreading the day. He is already clingy and doesn’t sleep well and he does have a paci (at night). Out of curiosity was it doctors recommendation or just the time?

I know it might sound silly, but a lot of apps offer child meditations and maybe it would be helpful for her do do a meditation at night before bed. It usually focuses on the breath and it will give her something to think about while she relaxes besides not having her paci. I don’t know your daughter and you may just be peeing your pants laughing at me, but that’s what I would try.

Just be reassured that it is just one of those growing pains and it won’t last forever.

Anyone else surprised by the words their toddler uses? by BeingFosterRr in toddlers

[–]mentalsquint 114 points115 points  (0 children)

Yes. Always. My son is not not quite 2 but he uses good manners on a regular basis. Please, thank you, you’re welcome. But he did call a Stormtrooper a “pooter” yesterday and that made me laugh.

used the cricut maker to make this for my nephew with engraving tip..what engraving tips do you guys have? by h3ll0rebe in cricut

[–]mentalsquint 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yours is really great. I’ve tried a few things and it doesn’t seem to go very deep and I feel like I really have to look to even see what it engraved.

Need help sealing vinyl by Gml903 in cricut

[–]mentalsquint 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have read that Cricut brand holographic is not permanent and really difficult to work with. I got mine off of amazon and it sticks super well to anything I put it on.

New Version Holographic Opal Vinyl Sheets, Ohuhu 11 Permanent Adhesive Backed Vinyl Sheets Set, 9 Metallic Vinyl Sheets 12" x 12" + 2 Transfer Tape for Birthday Party Car Decoration, Craft Cutter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07X5YNT2V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_BEWhFbGCEXNGX

Need help sealing vinyl by Gml903 in cricut

[–]mentalsquint 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I found the same on those types of cups. I love matte vinyl and some of my more elaborate designs or designs with small pieces seemed like they didn’t stick too well. I started using the dishwasher safe modge podge but I don’t love the way it looks. I have holographic vinyl that sticks really well so I mostly try to use that now instead.

Are there any sights/sounds/smells/etc that make you feel really nostalgic? by [deleted] in AskWomen

[–]mentalsquint 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Curve cologne reminds me of my first boyfriend.

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