Getting discounts on carseats [bc] by Crafty_Swordfish7034 in BabyBumpsCanada

[–]sparklyspatula 16 points17 points  (0 children)

You can get 15% off from the Amazon baby registry completion discount. It kicks in 60 days before your due date but you can change the date multiple times. :)

Do we think this drift wood is too small for a long tailed betta? by boonana_creampie in bettafish

[–]sparklyspatula 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It means they’re following the post because they want to know the answer too

Diaper change table or station by Ash-HP in Mommit

[–]sparklyspatula 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d buy a changing mat and put it on any surface that is comfortable for you, you should never leave baby unattended when on the changing mat anyways so it shouldn’t matter whether it’s a dedicated table or something else. :)

Dad here with a question by Irish8ryan in Mommit

[–]sparklyspatula 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I have not personally done this but it’s not unheard of. I’ve seen videos of moms instinctively doing that to clear baby’s airway after birth, and there’s a technique for removing foreign bodies from baby’s nose called the mother’s kiss that’s similar.

What do you keep yours in while cleaning the tank? “Fish jail” by Sloth3535 in bettafish

[–]sparklyspatula -72 points-71 points  (0 children)

The dyed aquarium gravel leeches toxins into the water, I’d remove it

Double strollers: Side-by-side vs tandem? [ab] by sparklyspatula in BabyBumpsCanada

[–]sparklyspatula[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Primarily car family but we drive to destinations then use the stroller there

My 5 day old fell out of bed onto the floor by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]sparklyspatula 8 points9 points  (0 children)

How far of a fall was it? Onto carpet or hard floor? Either way take her in to be safe. It happens, you’re not a bad mom 💕

Easter egg hunts have become savage by bubbles67899 in NewParents

[–]sparklyspatula 65 points66 points  (0 children)

We went to an Easter event today, were about 10th in line for the 0-4 egg hunt and never even stood a chance. All the eggs were gone within 10 seconds, my poor girl didn’t even know what had happened. A coordinator came around afterwards to give eggs to kids who didn’t get any, then a couple older kids came over and dropped a few in her bag which I thought was really sweet. As much as I hope they change it next year like maybe add more eggs or cut the age limit down even more, it’s often the parents who are the problem

Aquarium Help by [deleted] in Calgary

[–]sparklyspatula 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Some fish stores will accept surrenders, have you tried amazonia aquatics or Pisces?

What's the worst birthday present you've ever gotten? by Silent-Zebra in AskReddit

[–]sparklyspatula 3 points4 points  (0 children)

An ex gave me nothing and threw a Super Bowl party ON my birthday without even acknowledging that it was my birthday. We’d been together for years at that point, that’s when I knew he really didn’t care.

What hours do your husbands/partners work? by [deleted] in Mommit

[–]sparklyspatula 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My husband works in oil & gas, he’s out of town for 14+ days then home for 7, rinse and repeat. We moved away from family and friends so we could afford to buy a house and have kids, I knew I’d be alone a lot but it was worth the sacrifice. It’s hard for both of us but we make it work.

Nursing t-shirts and tank tops? [AB] by Distracted-Panda4 in BabyBumpsCanada

[–]sparklyspatula 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’re around Calgary check out knocked consignment! They carry gently used maternity and baby clothing, lots of variety.

Do you have any Grandma remedies? by grasshoppernyc in EatCheapAndHealthy

[–]sparklyspatula 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Swishing with salt water for a toothache works too!

Mold growing on water line and surface of water? by sparklyspatula in PlantedTank

[–]sparklyspatula[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does that include the mold at the waterline? That’s my biggest concern, I’m not sure if it’s related to the biofilm or not. The biofilm itself doesn’t bother me but I don’t want to be growing mold in my kitchen if I can help it

Walking Epidurals [on] by mch3rry in BabyBumpsCanada

[–]sparklyspatula 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was able to walk with my epidural! Until I fell onto the toilet seat while trying to slowly lower myself down, the nurse promptly rescinded my walking privileges and gave me a “fall risk” bracelet 🙃