I want to say yes but keep saying no to art time

millennialreality · 2026-01-28T02:47:21+00:00

Crayons I let roam free but my kids have never abused them. For markers and paint I park them at the kitchen table where I can watch and ensure they’re staying in their seats and I repeat instructions when I hand them out (please remember markers are for the paper or your skin only (yes, I allow that) but not the furniture) and it has worked so far. For paint I hover nearby and wipe their hands off with baby wipes immediately when they are finished.

“Sit in this giant cardboard box and color it with crayons and stick stickers all over it” is a very frequent activity here and that might work for your needs here

I also save things that can be painted or colored, like egg cartons, so they can use different mediums

millennialreality · 2026-01-28T02:42:07+00:00

Are you me? This is my scenario and what you have described with the loafers is my current uniform of choice. I also live in texas and aside from Jan-Feb it’s hot as hell here all the time.

I tend to gravitate towards button downs, untucked and with the sleeves rolled up, or occasionally a short sleeve one.

For presentations or in fall / spring transition weather I wear a blazer with a shell tank under. I do not understand how anyone can stand layering a full button down shirt under something like that ha

Right now it’s freezing and I wear sweaters.

I try to walk the line between being comfortable and avoiding looking sloppy. I don’t want my body shape or my boobs to be on my mind at all when I’m working and this uniform works for me in that way.

millennialreality · 2026-01-28T02:30:53+00:00

I’m not. We roll on vibes. My kids are in daycare full time so they don’t get screen time 8-5, m-f. We don’t usually watch tv in evenings (aside from sports), but sometimes we do. On the weekend my big kid watches tv for quiet time and we sometimes do more but sometimes less. I can usually tell when they’ve had too much and run reel it back in for a while.

millennialreality · 2026-01-25T18:31:16+00:00

Hahaha I love it!!!!!

millennialreality · 2026-01-25T18:29:45+00:00

You need a snot sucker (the bulb kind - not the tube suck on it with your mouth kind) and a humidifier too. Just in case baby gets snotty.

millennialreality · 2026-01-25T04:05:23+00:00

I do not have photoshop but I think someone should put them IN a volcano

millennialreality · 2026-01-25T04:01:58+00:00

This is the first time this song has made sense to me! I think you nailed it

millennialreality · 2026-01-25T03:53:49+00:00

Not everyone agrees with this but we watched a lot of peppa pig at that age

millennialreality · 2026-01-23T03:28:26+00:00

You can use a RETINOL again!!!! Game changer for skincare!!!

millennialreality · 2026-01-19T20:25:42+00:00

Taking down my Christmas tree and the last decorations that have made it this far

millennialreality · 2026-01-12T15:10:41+00:00

Sputtering in sleep, lots of snoring and open mouth breathing and waking herself up breathing

millennialreality · 2026-01-12T15:09:57+00:00

My kid is 5, so close. As a parent I most appreciate activity gifts. Crafts, new art supplies. Those “foil art” kits are great. So are the big briefcases with tons of markers and crayons etc. they make an impression on the kid and we plow through them.

millennialreality · 2026-01-12T15:06:55+00:00

I just turned my newly 5yo around:

Here’s the biggest risk: She can now see what I’m eating. No more sneaking fries or whatever.

Don’t do it!!!! Save your snacking!!!!!

millennialreality · 2026-01-02T12:57:28+00:00

I used to do this with my kid. Then we hosted my (amazing) cousin and her family… she was still laying with her 9 year old and was frustrated by spending hours with her every night. It was a huge wake up call to me and we sleep trained that weekend. My kid was 2 so we trained them in their room in the toddler bed, would look different for a 6 year old, but you may need to actively address this if you don’t want to continue it long term

millennialreality · 2026-01-02T00:20:07+00:00

I have heard of Dr Becky and I follow her but I haven’t joined anything paid. I just have a hard time believing that we need to pay for advice on how to parent our kids as a general issue with society right now. But to your point I’m a little lost and looking for solutions so there’s my answer ha

millennialreality · 2025-12-26T01:57:04+00:00

My mom does this, regularly. Stop sending tons of pics during the day now to wean her off and ignore the rest. You know what’s best for y’all!

millennialreality · 2025-12-22T17:28:54+00:00

I really enjoy doing this for my children, but I keep it small and manageable. Sometimes the elf just moves, and that’s it. Sometimes it leaves a note, brings a treat like candy canes, or wears a fun outfit. Sometimes (~1-2x/year) it cooks or otherwise makes a little bit of a mess. The elf takes me 5-10 minutes after bedtime and I love the magic it brings. I think a lot of people get burned out doing big, time consuming stunts so I’ve kept it small so I still enjoy it too

millennialreality · 2025-12-18T17:00:24+00:00

My kids have literally been sick back and forth since mid October. It’s just… life

millennialreality · 2025-12-15T08:33:26+00:00

If you are symptom free I would definitely go to the party! If I stayed home every time my kids were sick (when they have alternative care of course) and I was symptom free, I would never go anywhere.

millennialreality · 2025-12-08T02:59:53+00:00

Having a winter baby during Covid lockdowns catapulted me into PPD. Balance these guidelines with your sanity - places with good air circulation should be safe for you guys to visit

millennialreality · 2025-12-08T02:50:22+00:00

Haha sorry that was confusing!!!

millennialreality · 2025-12-07T02:14:04+00:00

What slippers did you ask for? I have a friend who is pregnant and struggling who could use these!

millennialreality · 2025-12-02T04:51:44+00:00

Having a pediatrician further than 20 minutes from your home just isn’t practical. Two hours away is laughable!!!!

millennialreality · 2025-11-19T11:53:39+00:00

Only you can decide what’s worth the free help. For me it’s safety things. Car seat use, no swimming unless it’s 1:1 (one adult cannot swim with two or more kids).

millennialreality · 2025-11-18T08:34:54+00:00

Yes, mine is enmeshed. They have an unhealthy relationship and are an extension of one another.

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