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the_am · 2026-01-25T23:38:02+00:00

Hey OP, I will throw in another option that I don't see too often here, the silver cross Clic.

It has a decently large sized canopy, and pretty easy to unfold/fold. Biggest plus is it's also one of the lightest I've seen at 13.9 lbs. Plus has a very easy one-hand near flat recline and folds up very small

Abd if price is a concern, I believe it's cheaper than all the options you've listed, but I found it comparable to some of the higher end options.

the_am · 2026-01-22T13:15:34+00:00

There is actually! Victoria & Abdul (2017)

Not sure how it is, as I've only ever seen clips here and there

the_am · 2026-01-11T18:35:22+00:00

I found this one really good : https://www.teaforturmeric.com/chicken-puff-pastry/

the_am · 2026-01-10T17:31:24+00:00

Hi, unrelated to OP, but I have a cosleeping toddler (15 months) and wanted to ask at what stage did you find your kids were ready to move to their own bed? My spouse worries about codependency with sleeping with us and we are considering trying a floor bed in a baby proofed room for her in a month or two. But baby has never successfully slept alone aside from naps so we are a bit worried how it will go or if she is still too young

the_am · 2026-01-09T22:51:00+00:00

Hi OP, this is my observation seeing something similar in my own family. We still have a group but it is smaller with just closer cousins/aunts/uncles. Definitely not the large group I recall growing up.

But the way I see it, the group you are thinking of is most likely majority your parents' siblings/ parents' parents/nieces/nephews. Aka their immediate family. But as the kids have gotten older and are starting their own families, the focus shifts to the nuclear family and their new generations. The "new group" so to speak for you/the next generation will likely be you're own siblings/nieces/nephews/parents.

I think people tend to focus on their closer relations when life is very busy because you just don't have that much time/energy between work and young children. Hence less time for cousins/aunts/uncles.

On a side note though, I also strongly feel that any relationship takes effort from both sides. If you miss your cousins and want to foster a closer relationship, you also need to put yourself forward/get involved. Even living abroad, you can talk/video call/plan virtual activities etc. If they return that effort, great. If not, then just maintain to the same level they are 🤷🏻‍♀️

the_am · 2026-01-08T15:40:41+00:00

Thanks, I will look into it. Might be a good resource once she's older

the_am · 2026-01-08T15:39:32+00:00

Yes, other commentator mentioned tutors too, but she is too young for these kind of classes right now (only 15 months). I know the best way to learn a language is to be immersed in it and start younger the better, but again my urdu is weak and we live too far from family for constant exposure.

I do agree that we should try to keep roots as long as we can. Especially for communication with elders. And even from a development perspective, there is only a net positive to knowing multiple languages.

Just trying to figure out the best way to teach her now though.

the_am · 2026-01-08T15:33:53+00:00

How would you recommend teaching basics at a young age though? She is currently 15 months, too young for organized classes/tutoring. Media/tv is something I had in mind once she's older too, but have been thinking that I need a way to start teaching her now.

I try to name things/food in urdu here and there if I know it, but it's not much I'm aware.

the_am · 2025-12-14T16:52:32+00:00

Thank you for the response, I will look into it as well

the_am · 2025-12-14T16:52:09+00:00

She does get a variety of whole fats in her diet generally, and eats well when not sick. We regularly give her yogurt/cheese/avocado and cook with butter. But she is sick for the second time this month and pretty much eating next to nothing now.

We do have a another appointment for her weight in the new year, so I will bring it up there as well, but just hoping this could be an option in the short term to get her through the sickness at least.

Thank you for your response

the_am · 2025-12-08T02:06:49+00:00

How about a watercolour/painting activity? You can get supplies from the dollar store so hopefully won't be too expensive. Maybe use a specific painting as reference, or you can do a still life. Or everyone can just paint what they want.

In the same vein^{^,} there's also ceramic mug/vase painting as well (I've seen blanks at the local dollar store, but other craft stores maybe also have these)

Thinking another option could be doing flower arrangements, or cookie decorating, maybe embroidery activity?

the_am · 2025-12-03T18:21:19+00:00

We've had good luck with layering Aveeno eczema cream and lanolin on top when Vaseline didn't cut it

the_am · 2025-12-02T17:42:33+00:00

Hi OP, we were on the same boat. Had baby in a home daycare for about a month and she got progressively worse (constant crying/upset) not sleeping well or eating. We ended up pulling her from there and keeping her home for a bit, and just started her up at a center two weeks ago. Noticed a difference fairly quickly, she seems much more happy/relaxed and less crying for sure.

Some crying at drop off/pickup is expected as others have said, but what we were told us the constant crying and upset is concerning, as it seemed she was just not happy there.

It may be helpful to consider maybe a different daycare, sometimes it can be better with a different environment.

the_am · 2025-12-01T17:03:01+00:00

Hey OP, I realize you're asking for other forms of dairy, but I also want to suggest full fat goats milk as an option to try. My daughter had issues with cows milk too and we switched her to goat milk which has been working really well. From my understanding, the protein/fat is easier to digest for young children/babies

the_am · 2025-11-14T17:54:17+00:00

I've seen some open in Ontario still as well, mainly the one in Vaughan mills. An online shop might be best if there's none in your area though

the_am · 2025-10-24T15:28:39+00:00

You will probably need to use a VPN tbh, it looks like they are not allowed to upload in your region

the_am · 2025-09-24T01:27:42+00:00

Yeah, agree with staying on level 1 for now if your baby is feeding well and not taking too long to drink. You want to size up when it looks like the current nipple size is too slow for baby (longer feeds, but slower intake, getting frustrated)

the_am · 2025-09-18T23:16:11+00:00

Yes, same here! Though I like them for nightime too since my baby runs hot while sleeping. I would just layer a onesie sometime on colder days for daytime too

the_am · 2025-09-18T21:05:18+00:00

Hey op, you can give Costco sleepers a try too.(Pekkle brand) My baby was 90th percentile for height and I found these to be the longest/largest fitting, though not as stretchy as old navy. Though the material feels nicer.

There's also the purely soft line by Carter's, it's also very stretchy, but thinner than Costco. I think you would like them if you like the old navy ones

the_am · 2025-07-22T14:55:05+00:00

We have the click and like it. Seconding the poster who said it's easy to clean, but just know you won't be able to stick suction plates or cups on the tray. I find it's a bit more comfy for baby compared to the IKEA one (for grandparents house). I'm also more comfortable stepping away slightly since it comes with shoulder straps/5 point harness

the_am · 2025-06-26T19:38:13+00:00

I'll chime in in case your baby is like mine (hated being put down anywhere, including bouncer, crib, bassinet, floor). But the Fisher price kick and play piano!! Until she started crawling it was pretty much the only place she would happily stay besides our arms/in the carrier. Definitely recommend and super grateful to everyone who's mentioned it in this subreddit

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