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Anyone feeling that weird sadness with milestones?

I’ve been feeling sad and off for a few days - all I want to do is spend time with my daughter and cuddle with her and play and bond. She started walking with assistance this weekend - with every day she looks less and less like the baby I’ve known so far and more like a little toddler girl ready to explore the world. Don’t get me wrong, I’m super excited to see her grow up! But I also miss my soft cuddly baby so much. I’ve back at work since August and it’s been going well so far but lately I feel like I’m the one having separation anxiety! I fully plan on soaking up every little moments I have with her throughout the week, but any other tips to deal with this? Some encouragement? I had been doing fine so far and didn’t expect this!

I had the worst/funniest job interview in my life last week

I wfh part-time right now and have been looking for a full-time role because money. Here's how this interview went: * I was 10 minutes late bc I totally forgot about it in the first place. * I was feeding the baby when the hiring manager emailed me to see if I was still joining. I frantically pointed the camera at my face and crossed my fingers all would be well. * Baby hadn't pooped in like 4 days, so naturally, now was the time. Eventually, baby was done with my shenanigans and proceeded to get louder and more irritated, at which point I apologized to the hiring manager, put the baby down and had to move to another room in the house. All while on camera. I did not get this job. 😅🤷‍♀️

Baby seems to HATE books

My son is 9 months old, and he has no interest in being read to. He just wants to grab the books and shake and throw them around, and he gets extremely upset if we do anything other than let him throw them. I love books and imagined bedtime cuddles and storytime and he just has never had any of it. He very rarely will smile or giggle when we do an especially silly voice, but he mostly just looks anywhere but the book if he's not actively pulling it from our hands. I'm so sad because I see people with babies my age talking about how their baby loves this book or that one or has learned what comes next in this one. I feel like we're all missing out. Is there anything I can do or do I just need to wait?

Attending holiday gathering advice. In-laws not willing to compromise.

Half of my in-laws will be bolstered before Christmas. (4- unvaccinated 3- no booster) In an effort to keep our 10 month old safe I asked to compromised by wearing masks at the very least and they refused. Excuses I’ve received: 1. I don’t want to get the booster before Christmas because I don’t want to be sick for the holidays. 2. I can’t get an appointment until January 3. We wear masks all week and prefer to take a break on the weekends 4. The host will decide if we should wear masks or not. 5. You can still get covid with the vaccine. Needless to say, I’m at the end of my rope. Anything else I should suggest? Trying to keep my cool but I think it’s time to bail.

No matter how ready little ones might seem, @CommonSense strongly recommends you wait until they are 7 before exposing them to even a light level of news.“It’s never a good idea to share traumatic information with children that age.” @PLUnderwood https://t.co/c5U57CWYu2

Feeling bad

My youngest (2yo) is in a hospital bed currently awaiting results to some blood tests. We noticed he was filling his diapers more often then usually, and also asking for a lot more water than before. I thought he was filling his diapers because of all the water hes been drinking. After some googling we brought him to the ER. His blood sugar was over 400 ): I’ve been afraid of this, and I’m really hoping it’s not bad. Just wanted to vent

Daddy's diaper change miracle???

Fellow parents..I need help. My partner is an awesome dad but he can not change a poopy diaper without vomiting. Not just gagging, but he will have to call me over to watch the baby while he runs to the toilet. He's tried and vicks and peppermint oil tricks..but for him it's more the sight than the smell. I know it's probably a longshot..but does anyone have any tips to help with this? The only solution I can foresee if just leaving a puke bucket beside him and then trying to puke and control a baby from rolling into his own poop at the same time. Thanks :)

Does anyone ever leave the house during naps?

I walked my dog around the yard, but I’ve never actually left. I was born in 1990 and I remember my parents constantly doing this. I would never ask anyone in person, due to mom shaming but I’m curious if it’s a think people do in other countries maybe? Or if people still get out to maybe run some light errands.

Baby hates tummy time!

LO is 14 weeks and only goes for maybe 30-45 seconds of tummy time before grunting and crying to get picked up! We still do it at least once a day to strengthen core/upper body, but wondering if anyone has any tips/tricks/recommendations to get him to enjoy (or tolerate!) a little longer? Alternatives to tummy time? He generally has a short attention span so I feel like I'm going crazy trying to entertain him so he isn't fussing or nursing out of boredom!

Friends after kids

How do you think having kids has affected your friendships? Between the crazy unpredictable schedule, exhaustion, constant distractions and the uncontrollable urge to talk about your baby and all the gross adorable things they do, being a good friend seems to be a struggle🥴

Solid foods

My daughter will be 7 months on Thursday. I give stage 2 purees once a day but when we have tried to give her any solid food she acts like she's choking. I give her the tiniest speck of anything and she gets all dramatic. Could it be she's just not ready and is it bad she's not eating food yet?

Job interview today

I'm super nervous 😓 I always seem to mess interviews up.. I don't have much experience bc I've been a sahm for years. But I'm super proud of myself for trying to go back to work Just wanted to share

U.S. Surgeon issued rare public health report on current youth mental health crisis Depression & anxiety doubled 25% youth exp depressive symptoms; 20% experiencing anxiety symptoms Kids are not thriving-time for reboot of parenting & education. https://t.co/1Mb2uONAiX

My baby is 7 months old and I think I’m pregnant again.

I have no idea what to do/feel etc. I definitely wanted to wait until baby was at least two years old before even thinking about another. I have so many conflicting emotions right now. On one hand I can’t get over the fact of how hard this will be and how we are not ready financially or have the space for another one yet. On the other hand, I can’t stop thinking about this little babe and how everything happens for a reason. Trying to find the positives. I don’t know if I can handle all of this by myself as my fiancé works a lot and is gone most of the time. I just feel so numb right now.