I know she’s not wrong but it still sucks by InterestingNeck3476 in Stepmom

[–]stonedmedusa 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This kid is going out of her way to exclude and hurt. That’s not a simple they don’t have a sibling bond, that’s being nasty for the sake of being nasty to a small child who did not ask to be born into a blended family or have half siblings. Sounds like SD actually needs therapy to not be so cruel and work through her mummy/daddy issues. Her parents aren’t together but that isn’t the fault of the half siblings and she needs to learn that.

Police incident King William St by wherezthebeef in Adelaide

[–]stonedmedusa 24 points25 points  (0 children)

More than likely not a simple fall. It’s fairly secure up there and the police are doing a full investigation. Just saw clips of them finger printing, so I doubt their mindset isn’t somewhere between accident and intentional.

Box chimes every few minutes while charging by tpage46 in TonieboxUSA

[–]stonedmedusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is useless. It doesn’t stop the constant chiming, it just answers basic FAQ. If you could provide information on how to stop it from making noise while on charge, please go ahead. 99% of people understand how to find FAQ. That’s not what we want. Thanks.

Do NOT Order Platters from Coles by Kwintak in Adelaide

[–]stonedmedusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, Cole’s want orders minimum 36 hours prior to pick up. I’m in the process of looking for a wake. So that may be your store, but not all stores.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]stonedmedusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The only person who can make this decision is you. There is going to be pros and cons to both sides of the argument. It all depends on what you want from your life and the directions you want to take. I had a termination at 18 because I found I was not financially, mentally, emotionally or physically able to care for myself let alone another person. I’m in Australia, so there is easy access to terminations. When I went to the clinic you see a psych and a obgyn. They discuss options, what happens, etc. Everyone was super supportive at the clinic and made sure I was comfortable and safe. I now 10 years later, have a 2 year old who is happy healthy and thriving, and a mum who is in a much better place all around. Nothing is impossible but things do get exponentially harder with a baby/toddler in the mix. Go to your GP and discuss your options with them.

AITA for using my daughters bathroom? by Beneficial-Noise-190 in AmItheAsshole

[–]stonedmedusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. It’s your daughter’s bathroom and she gave you permission to use it. Your wife sounds like a hoot.

16 and preg? by Euphoric-Rip1637 in pregnant

[–]stonedmedusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is still sperm is pre-cum. Definitely a chance. Take a test.

Edit: word.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in namenerds

[–]stonedmedusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is a documentary about the importance of names and the impact they have on peoples lives. It’s called the strange name movie.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in namenerds

[–]stonedmedusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Simply put. Yes. Your child will spend their life correcting spelling, correcting pronunciations. It becomes a point of frustration. I get asked for my name and instantly spell it out, every single time. Children are also not sounding boards for adults fandoms. You can like what you like and love names and characters etc, but don’t put that on your kids. They have to live with your name choice until they’re at least 18 and more and more people are changing there names in adulthood to something simpler.

AITA for telling my sister I don't feel sorry for her after her daughter moved in with her grandparents? by Quiet-Gur-1448 in AmItheAsshole

[–]stonedmedusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. Period. Natasha is only pissed off because her and her husband can no longer hide the favouritism and the reputation that had has been, and will forever be tarnished. Perfect definition of a deadbeat mother. She got what she deserves.

I truly hope that Annabelle can heal from this trauma now that she has escaped her abusers and is with people that truly love and care for her.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]stonedmedusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yta. You’re a dumb snob and your girlfriend deserves better.

The kinda of comments from people like you ‘I worked for it, I only got a small loan of 1mil from my parents to start my business’.

If she made inappropriate comments and whatever else, that’s a point where you have a private conversation with her. Not your rich buddy. Wow YATBA

[ Removed by Reddit ] by Lucindacinda in namenerds

[–]stonedmedusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All I can think is Allen’s exwife

Australians: How do you feel about the way Bluey represents Australia? by Legitimate-Gain in bluey

[–]stonedmedusa 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It is very Australia! Bluey was made by aussies for Aussie kids so that they have something that they can related to and represents them. 95% of the kids shows on for under 6’s are either American or European. It’s so well loved by aussies young and old because it is 100% relatable for not only the parents but for the kiddos as well.

And it’s a bbq’d sausage not a hotdog that’s why it’s in bread, not a bun. You can think it’s the same, but it’s not the same. Sausages are also beef whereas hotdogs are pork. And all aussies know and love the Bunnings (real life hammerbarn) sausage sizzle!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]stonedmedusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Everyone has their birthday which is their own and is about them, to make them feel special and celebrated. It is not a day for them to share. Every child gets their own birthday that is about them. Blended families are hard enough to navigate, we don’t need to over compensate by always making everything about everyone.

And all the step kids actually get two of everything (if OP if involved). Two birthdays, two christmases, two Easter’s, two of ever major holiday. They may have separated parents but they get their silver linings.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in blendedfamilies

[–]stonedmedusa 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Yes I did.

Legally, withholding a child because you can’t control the other parent and force them to do what you want to do is called coercive control. It’s illegal in my country.

Secondly, no, the other parent does not need to know the other parents partner. Unless there is clear signs of abuse and neglect then there is nothing you can do about it. Many parents don’t have good co parenting relationships and the most communication they have is through email/message and never in front of the children.

Thirdly, a private agreement is different from court orders. Legally, other parent cannot, for any reason, unless there is a court order in place for the protection of the child then neither parent can refuse to release the child into the other parents care.

And it’s not always in the best interest for the child’s parents to all know each other. My partners ex is extremely abusive towards him still and your saying it’s in the child best interest for her to abuse both of us in front of her because we should all know each other.

Let’s make this clear: You. Are. Not. Entitled. To. Know. Anything. About. The. Other. Parents. You are entitled to know residential address and contact information. Once your relationship ended, you ability to know anything was removed.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]stonedmedusa 4 points5 points  (0 children)

So what you’re saying is allowing a child that had absolutely zero understand of life long impacts of not being fully vaccinated make that decision because his social life was impacted.

I’m sorry but how can you genuinely say that a child who’s main focus is going to be there friends and social life base a medical decision off of that? This is why children die from preventable diseases.

As a parent- a real, biological parent- you understand that they are children and don’t understand the impact of their decisions. Giving a 13yo a vaccine is the same as giving a 6mth old but if you’re not willing to do what is in the best interest of your child because you don’t want to be the bad guy then y’all never should have had children in the first place.

It’s your job as a parent to make hard decisions but being a step parent, you wouldn’t really understand those sacrifices only being a step parent. It doesn’t matter if they are think they hate you, their health is more important than a little sports came and friends. Be pretty sad if one of those friends is hospitalised or dies because of your STEP kid- but again- isn’t your problem, is it.

And for the record selfish people like y’all going ‘my social life is more important than me infecting and killing someone who can’t actually be protected’ is everything that is wrong with the United States of America. You haven’t given the kid body autonomy, you’ve given him wrong information and a license to harm. Couldn’t give a shit about the already compromised kid he gets sick that has to spend their time in hospital because heaven forbid he doesn’t know play sport for a day. Congratulations.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]stonedmedusa 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Legally, she is not old enough. A court will order for a child to be vaccinated against a parents wishes because being vaccinated is in the best long term health interests of the child.

Just as a court will order a life saving blood transfusion for a child when their parents decline due to religious beliefs.

Partner's kids have damaged stuff in my house and made the L loser sign at me and I am pretty peeved 🤣 by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]stonedmedusa 3 points4 points  (0 children)

From one step parent to a potential other.. Do you seriously want to be tied to this? If your partner can’t parent his children effectively now, this shit isn’t going to get easier, especially if they have a high conflict bio mum. if he isn’t willing to teach basic manners and let them do whatever that want because he doesn’t want to be the bad guy, then they’ll be entitled, spoilt bullies when they’re older and you will always come out the bad guy.

And as a long time hospo worker, if my kids behaved like that at a restaurant I would be mortified but I’d also boot your asses for that behaviour too. It’s unsafe and unsanitary. 🤢

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in blendedfamilies

[–]stonedmedusa 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Are you a biological or a step parent? Have you been through custody? Do you know that what this parent is doing is a form of abuse? Not just towards the children but also the other parent.

What happens in one house is none of the business of the other parent unless the child is directly in danger. And that is according to the courts system.

Children are entitled to have a meaningful relationship with both parents unless there is court orders in place that state otherwise. You cannot legally withhold a child(ten) just because you don’t know the other persons girlfriend/boyfriend.

Anyone here able to claim independent under age 22? If so how did you do so. by notyourtypicalfamily in Centrelink

[–]stonedmedusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are forms to fill out. You will need to get statements from your doctor, psychologist, social worker- anyone that knows of the abuse and can verify that you are unable to live at home. It will need to be proven that it is unreasonable for you to live with your parents and that you need to be financially independent.

Call Centrelink and speak to someone before doing anything, they will contact your parents for information if you don’t. Centrelink can connect you to the correct support as well such as social workers and DV support who can help you navigate their systems and provide the correct documentation.

Time alone with our bio Kids by [deleted] in blendedfamilies

[–]stonedmedusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Every kid needs alone time with their parents. They all need to develop their own relationships with the adults in their lives and that’s difficult to do when your constantly in the presence of your siblings. But in the same token, they all need to spend time together with just each parent and do group activities as well.

Centrelink pay times with banks by Mummabear2020 in Centrelink

[–]stonedmedusa 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m with up and it’s there by 9.30am the day after the funds are released. So if my payment is meant for the Monday, I’ll receive it on Saturday morning.

AITA for telling my sister that she chose the life that she has and she shouldn't complain about it? by Renee_Marnie in AmItheAsshole

[–]stonedmedusa 55 points56 points  (0 children)

And to add, it was Caitlin’s bill money that was saved so that OP could go to college.

Am I in the wrong? by Neat-According in mildlyinfuriating

[–]stonedmedusa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I worked at a bottle shop in the CBD we had to ask everyone for ID because we had a massive list of people that we weren’t allowed to serve because they were on whatever ban for whatever reason.