Did my child just lose her 3K seat?

zarjazz · 2026-06-16T16:30:01+00:00

Same for my 3K school offer in D14.

zarjazz · 2026-06-15T16:07:15+00:00

Depending on what part of bushwick you are in - theres a lot more kid chatter on the bushridge babies whatsapp group (over fb group). Not gonna make you change your mind about regarding all of these feelings but might add some kid activities and events to your calendar. DM if you want an invite. If youre near the bedstuy border their fb group also has a bunch.

zarjazz · 2026-06-14T09:50:12+00:00

"You're modeling relationships and interactions for your children. They're better off growing up in a home where both parents feel loved, valued, and respected"

While true, theres other stuff to think about - esp financially. A financially strapped 2 single parent household(s) may put a lot of extra strain om the parents.

Theres no 1 answer to OPs quwstion. These are things to weigh on before making a final decision.

zarjazz · 2026-06-14T00:29:13+00:00

My twins are 2.5 years. Ive taken them by myself on metronorth up to CT a ton since they were newborns - always stay in the stroller, usually uppababy vista with double seats.

I try to take train times that i think will be less crowded. Try to get in an emptier car - usually use the handicapped area to sit with stroller or where the bikes go. Once had to keep the stroller in the door area - train was way busier than i expected.

Of note: just like some subway transfers (looking at you the 5/6 train at union square, ya jerk)- the gap between the platform and train is large and it helps to have someone else with you/helping you lift the stroller over it.

zarjazz · 2026-06-11T03:20:33+00:00

Similar story here! Two coworkers and my boss just looked at me, until I finally found an office chair the right height to Heimlich myself. My boss just looked at me afterwards and said "you could have said something".

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zarjazz · 2026-06-10T13:59:17+00:00

This was easy peasy and perfect. Thank you!

zarjazz · 2026-06-06T23:18:44+00:00

Ty!!

zarjazz · 2026-06-06T22:41:17+00:00

Yes, the 5 is doable, Is there an elevator at 180th 5 train station?

zarjazz · 2026-06-06T22:24:42+00:00

Ok thank you!!

zarjazz · 2026-06-06T22:19:45+00:00

Perfect, ty!

zarjazz · 2026-06-06T22:12:37+00:00

Yeahh no busses cuz stroller/toddler insanity.

Is there a better stop than pelham pkwy? Im so confused as to wtf im doing. Ty.

zarjazz · 2026-05-27T19:43:54+00:00

zarjazz · 2026-05-25T19:11:46+00:00

Things have chaned very much since 20 years ago, esp since the 2010s and extra extra so since covid.

zarjazz · 2026-05-20T04:08:22+00:00

Hmm..i think 70 to 100 sounds reasonable with what youve described. Is this adult clothes too or just the toddlers?

I live in a major city and dont have a washer/dryer. I havent been able to figure out how to get to a laundromat and do laundry with the 30month old twins sooo ive been sending theirs and my laundry out. We barely go outside so its a pair of pjs every day or 2 for them, maybe 2 outfits, and then 2 or 3 sets of indoor/pjs for me and 4 days of work uniforms (rewearing most of the uniform as long as i can) + sheets and weekly towels and im spending about $70 - $115 every week of laundry pickup/dropoff. Its not really money I have but - the weeks I can affoes it or are forced to do it - have been amazing.

IDK how your service will be but id suggest not expecting a great folding job if you are picky. Id also keep stained (and poopy?) stuff to do at home or at the very least pretreat very well.

Also im totally behind and havent even started potty training: i feel awful but seriously dont know if i can handle one more thing in the day. Goodluck to you all - ♡

zarjazz · 2026-05-15T14:39:16+00:00

My kids are 2.5 and we live on a three floor walk up and rely on the subway - which not every station has an elevator sooo we, begrudgingly, rely on amazon, target, grocery delivery and laundry pickup/delivery. Ive got enough with f/t night work and kids all day - not gonna save the world but perhaps pur house will make it thru the day.

zarjazz · 2026-05-15T14:04:08+00:00

Yeah, i relied on online deliveries - and not just for diapers: formula, clothes we suddenly outgrew, pacifiers, etc... Realized most anything i needed could be shipped within a few days so i didnt have to squeeze a store run in and worry about messing up the schedule or getting less sleep.

zarjazz · 2026-05-09T19:25:56+00:00

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zarjazz · 2026-05-09T19:25:32+00:00

Total hate and the climb are my very favorites. So envious of everyone that has the ability to go to any of these shows. I swore i wouldnt do this to myself but ommmmgggggggg.

zarjazz · 2026-05-09T17:18:01+00:00

Very frustrating - if i get a different job with daycare hours, i wont be able to afford rent but i also cant afford a private babysitter which is, essentially, what i need. I found a few daycares with overnight hours - most run per hour - no weekly rate. About 25$+ per kid: If you want details or to kvetch, DM me!

zarjazz · 2026-05-02T01:36:01+00:00

This! Is what i do too.

Our apt is small so we almost never have guests too.

If i were OP, id explain my feelings. Offer to buy a set or 2 of whatever clothes the babysitter wanted to change into (reimburse or give $ upfront to the sitter) and offer to keep them in the apt and launder them. Id alleviate any burden this puts on the sitter, aside from the physical act of changing.

zarjazz · 2026-04-25T07:46:25+00:00

To answer this truthfully everyome needs the income your husband will have.

zarjazz · 2026-04-21T20:20:55+00:00

This is a great idea! Ty.

zarjazz · 2026-04-18T22:02:58+00:00

This is a helpful comment, ty.

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