can we start a new thread...i'm sick of scrolling..

AFWife1229 · May 2010

post your opinions if you want hear...or we can continue to go through the pages.

Layla116 · May 2010

Yes

I'll go:

I hate posts where people are like "where is your baby when you're sitting on the bump?" in an accusatory fashion, like I'm neglecting him or something.

Um, mine's napping, thankyouverymuch. Some days he naps more than others.

slmcronelaw · May 2010

I hate it when Leighton starts fussing and the first response out of EVERYONE'S mouth is that she must be hungry...NOPE, she's not, but thanks for playing....babies fuss for other reasons!!

ToledoDeux · May 2010

AFWife1229:
post your opinions if you want hear...or we can continue to go through the pages.

Do you know how to list the thread with Newest Posts First? No need to scroll.

AFWife1229 · May 2010

Layla116:

I'll go:

I hate posts where people are like "where is your baby when you're sitting on the bump?" in an accusatory fashion, like I'm neglecting him or something.

Um, mine's napping, thankyouverymuch. Some days he naps more than others.

I agree. LO is napping now, but sometimes she's perfectly content playing on her mat or swinging.

AFWife1229 · May 2010

ToledoDeux:

AFWife1229:
post your opinions if you want hear...or we can continue to go through the pages.

Do you know how to list the thread with Newest Posts First? No need to scroll.

I do not.

monj76 · May 2010

Layla116:

I'll go:

I hate posts where people are like "where is your baby when you're sitting on the bump?" in an accusatory fashion, like I'm neglecting him or something.

Um, mine's napping, thankyouverymuch. Some days he naps more than others.

This. My baby sleeps a lot, I get bored.

Lilylover77 · May 2010

Layla116:

I'll go:

I hate posts where people are like "where is your baby when you're sitting on the bump?" in an accusatory fashion, like I'm neglecting him or something.

Um, mine's napping, thankyouverymuch. Some days he naps more than others.

I hate posts that slam working moms for putting their kids in daycare by judgy internet strangers. It makes me automatically assume they are uneducated and poor. Especially if they are claiming that their salary is LESS than childcare.

SamsMom91 · May 2010

monj76:
Layla116:

I'll go:

I hate posts where people are like "where is your baby when you're sitting on the bump?" in an accusatory fashion, like I'm neglecting him or something.

Um, mine's napping, thankyouverymuch. Some days he naps more than others.

This. My baby sleeps a lot, I get bored.

THANK YOU! I'm not bored, but my kids take their long nap usually at the same time in the afternoon. I've set up my house to where they move with me while I'm doing chores that can't wait until DH gets home, so by their naptimes, I'm usually taking some "me" time--and that means Bump time.

Not that I give a d@mn, but we could apply that logic both ways--what would your boss think about you using company time to check the Bump? Devil

Layla116 · May 2010

Lilylover77:
Layla116:

I'll go:

I hate posts where people are like "where is your baby when you're sitting on the bump?" in an accusatory fashion, like I'm neglecting him or something.

Um, mine's napping, thankyouverymuch. Some days he naps more than others.

I hate posts that slam working moms for putting their kids in daycare by judgy internet strangers. It makes me automatically assume they are uneducated and poor. Especially if they are claiming that their salary is LESS than childcare.

Hope this is a general, blanket statement and isn't pointed at me. If so, I never slammed working moms. Some people have to/choose to work, and that doesn't really bother me.

AFWife1229 · May 2010

It's funny that I'm posting this one now...because I'm the one who started this second thread...and this is not directed towards ablou(who started it originally) BUT..I think a lot of times when people are wanting others to post their opinions...it's so they can judge others and feel better about themselves. And also along those lines...I think there are too many people on here with a "holier than thou" attitude and that's a sad way to live your life.

sharmurph18 · May 2010

Lilylover77:
Layla116:

I'll go:

I hate posts where people are like "where is your baby when you're sitting on the bump?" in an accusatory fashion, like I'm neglecting him or something.

Um, mine's napping, thankyouverymuch. Some days he naps more than others.

I hate posts that slam working moms for putting their kids in daycare by judgy internet strangers. It makes me automatically assume they are uneducated and poor. Especially if they are claiming that their salary is LESS than childcare.

I hate that I can't squeeze your LO's cheekeys! Oh my, what a doll.

Layla116 · May 2010

AFWife1229:
It's funny that I'm posting this one now...because I'm the one who started this second thread...and this is not directed towards ablou(who started it originally) BUT..I think a lot of times when people are wanting others to post their opinions...it's so they can judge others and feel better about themselves. And also along those lines...I think there are too many people on here with a "holier than thou" attitude and that's a sad way to live your life.

I agree.

There's a fine line between having an opinion and sitting up on a high horse...between observation and judgment.

ocho2002 · May 2010

I'll say it...In general, I really dislike Canadians. Take your healthcare and maternity leave and shove it!

Lilylover77 · May 2010

Layla116:
Lilylover77:
Layla116:

I'll go:

I hate posts where people are like "where is your baby when you're sitting on the bump?" in an accusatory fashion, like I'm neglecting him or something.

Um, mine's napping, thankyouverymuch. Some days he naps more than others.

I hate posts that slam working moms for putting their kids in daycare by judgy internet strangers. It makes me automatically assume they are uneducated and poor. Especially if they are claiming that their salary is LESS than childcare.

Hope this is a general, blanket statement and isn't pointed at me. If so, I never slammed working moms. Some people have to/choose to work, and that doesn't really bother me.

No this was not directed at you. But since I was the one who asked what your babies were doing while you surfed the net, I felt the need to explain why I made such a judgy comment myself. I am just tired of SAHM acting like they are "better moms" because they are home with their babies. If given the option, I would STILL choose to work. I love adult interaction and I appreciate my beautiful baby girl when I am with her. I am also SO much happier than when I was home with her on maternity leave. I dont mind a flamefree post, but those comments are just ignorant to me......

Courtney&Jason · May 2010

SamsMom91:
monj76:
Layla116:

I'll go:

I hate posts where people are like "where is your baby when you're sitting on the bump?" in an accusatory fashion, like I'm neglecting him or something.

Um, mine's napping, thankyouverymuch. Some days he naps more than others.

This. My baby sleeps a lot, I get bored.

THANK YOU! I'm not bored, but my kids take their long nap usually at the same time in the afternoon. I've set up my house to where they move with me while I'm doing chores that can't wait until DH gets home, so by their naptimes, I'm usually taking some "me" time--and that means Bump time.

Not that I give a d@mn, but we could apply that logic both ways--what would your boss think about you using company time to check the Bump?

I come on here when I pump at work. So typically two 15-30 minute sessions a day, then I work through lunch. I come back at night after LO is sleeping.

Each time I log on, it seems like the same people fill up the page over and over. No child naps that much.

Layla116 · May 2010

Lilylover77:
Layla116:
Lilylover77:
Layla116:

I'll go:

I hate posts where people are like "where is your baby when you're sitting on the bump?" in an accusatory fashion, like I'm neglecting him or something.

Um, mine's napping, thankyouverymuch. Some days he naps more than others.

I hate posts that slam working moms for putting their kids in daycare by judgy internet strangers. It makes me automatically assume they are uneducated and poor. Especially if they are claiming that their salary is LESS than childcare.

Hope this is a general, blanket statement and isn't pointed at me. If so, I never slammed working moms. Some people have to/choose to work, and that doesn't really bother me.

No this was not directed at you. But since I was the one who asked what your babies were doing while you surfed the net, I felt the need to explain why I made such a judgy comment myself. I am just tired of SAHM acting like they are "better moms" because they are home with their babies. If given the option, I would STILL choose to work. I love adult interaction and I appreciate my beautiful baby girl when I am with her. I am also SO much happier than when I was home with her on maternity leave. I dont mind a flamefree post, but those comments are just ignorant to me......

Understood. I was just making sure, because I was sitting there going "what the heck? I didn't do anything!" Smile

And I agree. Being a SAHM works for some, being a working mom works for others. I personally couldn't work.

To kick the dead horse: to each his own.

slmcronelaw · May 2010

Lilylover77:
Layla116:
Lilylover77:
Layla116:

I'll go:

I hate posts where people are like "where is your baby when you're sitting on the bump?" in an accusatory fashion, like I'm neglecting him or something.

Um, mine's napping, thankyouverymuch. Some days he naps more than others.

I hate posts that slam working moms for putting their kids in daycare by judgy internet strangers. It makes me automatically assume they are uneducated and poor. Especially if they are claiming that their salary is LESS than childcare.

Hope this is a general, blanket statement and isn't pointed at me. If so, I never slammed working moms. Some people have to/choose to work, and that doesn't really bother me.

No this was not directed at you. But since I was the one who asked what your babies were doing while you surfed the net, I felt the need to explain why I made such a judgy comment myself. I am just tired of SAHM acting like they are "better moms" because they are home with their babies. If given the option, I would STILL choose to work. I love adult interaction and I appreciate my beautiful baby girl when I am with her. I am also SO much happier than when I was home with her on maternity leave. I dont mind a flamefree post, but those comments are just ignorant to me......

I agree with this statement 100%

SamsMom91 · May 2010

Lilylover77:
Layla116:

I'll go:

I hate posts where people are like "where is your baby when you're sitting on the bump?" in an accusatory fashion, like I'm neglecting him or something.

Um, mine's napping, thankyouverymuch. Some days he naps more than others.

I hate posts that slam working moms for putting their kids in daycare by judgy internet strangers. It makes me automatically assume they are uneducated and poor. Especially if they are claiming that their salary is LESS than childcare.

Wow. Just wow. Speaking of internet slams, that's a pretty good one. Speaking of judgy internet strangers and "uneducated," allow me to offer you some education--

I was a probation officer prior to becoming a SAHM. I have a master's degree in Criminal Justice. I made $30,000 a year and could have made more had I chosen to stay longer. With 2 children in daycare while in diapers, DH and I would spend $400 a week, minimum. That would have been 1/2 of my take home pay. To us, it wasn't worth it. To us, money isn't everything. I'll gladly sacrifice the extra money to spend these few precious years with my kids.

DH and I own two cars, we own our house. We're not struggling. We're not poor. We live smart.

redhotchili83 · May 2010

I assume people who are label themselves as Christian before anything else are close minded. I guess thats kind of close minded of me?

I also could never date a republican (if I were single of course!)

EDIT: I have republican friends and dont mind a good banter, but typical conservatives differ so greatly from my core values, I dont think I could marry one.

ssmith325 · May 2010

ocho2002:

I'll say it...In general, I really dislike Canadians. Take your healthcare and maternity leave and shove it!

I'll gladly take my awesome healthcare & year long mat. leave, thanks!!! Being Canadian KICKS ASS!!!!

ssmith325 · May 2010

I think those garter belt headbands people put on baby girls are ugly as hell.

CharlaineS · May 2010

redhotchili83:

I assume people who are label themselves as Christian before anything else are close minded. I guess thats kind of close minded of me?

I also could never date a republican (if I were single of course!)

EDIT: I have republican friends and dont mind a good banter, but typical conservatives differ so greatly from my core values, I dont think I could marry one.

I felt the same way as you until I met my Mr. We just don't talk politics.

kcisthebombdotcom · May 2010

redhotchili83:

I assume people who are label themselves as Christian before anything else are close minded. I guess thats kind of close minded of me?

I also could never date a republican (if I were single of course!)

EDIT: I have republican friends and dont mind a good banter, but typical conservatives differ so greatly from my core values, I dont think I could marry one.

I'm a Democrat, and I married a Republican. Embarrassed

He is hot though. Does that make it ok? Smile

ablou · May 2010

ssmith325:
I think those garter belt headbands people put on baby girls are ugly as hell.

me, too! But I love the ones w/ the huge flowers!!

AFWife1229 · May 2010

ssmith325:
I think those garter belt headbands people put on baby girls are ugly as hell.

which ones are those? do you have a pic?

rcollier_17 · May 2010

Ok, here's mine.

I think a lot of women are uneducated about the risks of inductions, epis, and c-sections (and that one greatly increases your chances of the needing another) and it annoys me. Educate yourselves, it's empowering. America's views on L&D, in general, are so backwards.

It also annoys me when an induction is chosen for non-medical purposes and I'm apalled by the amount of doctors that are ok with and/or recommend early induction. In most cases there's absolutely nothing wrong with letting mommas go to 42 weeks and if first time mommas are allowed to go on their own a huge majority go to 41 weeks.

(I have a close cousin who's close to her due date and really wanting to go naturally, but didn't have the luxury of choosing a midwife and her doc won't let her go past 41 weeks, so this is all on my brain right now).

Lilylover77 · May 2010

sharmurph18:
Lilylover77:
Layla116:

I'll go:

I hate posts where people are like "where is your baby when you're sitting on the bump?" in an accusatory fashion, like I'm neglecting him or something.

Um, mine's napping, thankyouverymuch. Some days he naps more than others.

I hate posts that slam working moms for putting their kids in daycare by judgy internet strangers. It makes me automatically assume they are uneducated and poor. Especially if they are claiming that their salary is LESS than childcare.

I hate that I can't squeeze your LO's cheekeys! Oh my, what a doll.

Aww thanks! Your little guy's smiles are precious! I wish I could get her to sit still for a smile once in a while.

Krisx2 · May 2010

redhotchili83:

I assume people who are label themselves as Christian before anything else are close minded. I guess thats kind of close minded of me?

I also could never date a republican (if I were single of course!)

EDIT: I have republican friends and dont mind a good banter, but typical conservatives differ so greatly from my core values, I dont think I could marry one.

I'm a liberal democrat who married a conservative republican. We respect each others differing opinions and it makes for VERY interesting conversation. I've "converted" him on a few ideas. I kind of like that we are opposites

mistywhite400 · May 2010

ssmith325:
I think those garter belt headbands people put on baby girls are ugly as hell.

Aww..I think my DD looks pretty cute in hers!

ablou · May 2010

rcollier_17:
Ok, here's mine.
I think a lot of women are uneducated about the risks of inductions, epis, and c-sections (and that one greatly increases your chances of the needing another) and it annoys me. Educate yourselves, it's empowering. America's views on L&D, in general, are so backwards.
It also annoys me when an induction is chosen for non-medical purposes and I'm apalled by the amount of doctors that are ok with and/or recommend early induction. In most cases there's absolutely nothing wrong with letting mommas go to 42 weeks and if first time mommas are allowed to go on their own a huge majority go to 41 weeks.
(I have a close cousin who's close to her due date and really wanting to go naturally, but didn't have the luxury of choosing a midwife and her doc won't let her go past 41 weeks, so this is all on my brain right now).

I was educated on the risks, but I just wanted this baby OUT!!! Late pregnancy was putting me into an emotional tailspin in a really bad way. I was induced at 40w3d, had an epi & a c/s (due to head size & placement). I'm totally cool w/ all of it. And I will be scheduling the next baby's c/s.

ablou · May 2010

mistywhite400:
ssmith325:
I think those garter belt headbands people put on baby girls are ugly as hell.
Aww..I think my DD looks pretty cute in hers!

I don't consider your DD's a garter belt headband, personally. And I agree. She's adorable!

I can't stand the cheap-looking satin-y ones with the silly tiny bows on them.

rcollier_17 · May 2010

slmcronelaw:
Lilylover77:
Layla116:
Lilylover77:
Layla116:

I'll go:

I hate posts where people are like "where is your baby when you're sitting on the bump?" in an accusatory fashion, like I'm neglecting him or something.

Um, mine's napping, thankyouverymuch. Some days he naps more than others.

I hate posts that slam working moms for putting their kids in daycare by judgy internet strangers. It makes me automatically assume they are uneducated and poor. Especially if they are claiming that their salary is LESS than childcare.

Hope this is a general, blanket statement and isn't pointed at me. If so, I never slammed working moms. Some people have to/choose to work, and that doesn't really bother me.

No this was not directed at you. But since I was the one who asked what your babies were doing while you surfed the net, I felt the need to explain why I made such a judgy comment myself. I am just tired of SAHM acting like they are "better moms" because they are home with their babies. If given the option, I would STILL choose to work. I love adult interaction and I appreciate my beautiful baby girl when I am with her. I am also SO much happier than when I was home with her on maternity leave. I dont mind a flamefree post, but those comments are just ignorant to me......

I agree with this statement 100%

I would rather work just part-time, but yeah, I can never see myself as a full time SAHM. I totally went stir crazy on maternity leave. Granted it was snowing the entire time so I couldn't even get outside, but still, I need the adult interaction

ilovemyprince · May 2010

I hate re runs!!! I look forward all week for my certian shows, and just to see in the info title "Repeat" Makes me mad.

Oh and today I saw a women trying to use her food stamp card for beer and cigs, and got SO mad when the cashier said she can't do it. HELLO!!! My tax dollars don't go to you for your bad habits!

Ok thats all for now...I love you biffy!!!!!

kcisthebombdotcom · May 2010

rcollier_17:

Ok, here's mine.

I think a lot of women are uneducated about the risks of inductions, epis, and c-sections (and that one greatly increases your chances of the needing another) and it annoys me. Educate yourselves, it's empowering. America's views on L&D, in general, are so backwards.

It also annoys me when an induction is chosen for non-medical purposes and I'm apalled by the amount of doctors that are ok with and/or recommend early induction. In most cases there's absolutely nothing wrong with letting mommas go to 42 weeks and if first time mommas are allowed to go on their own a huge majority go to 41 weeks.

(I have a close cousin who's close to her due date and really wanting to go naturally, but didn't have the luxury of choosing a midwife and her doc won't let her go past 41 weeks, so this is all on my brain right now).

I respectfully disagree with this (and not only because I had an elective induction). Smile

I think that there are risks with inductions, c-sections, yadda yadda yadda. Nobody's doubting that. However, when doctors tell you a lot of the risks, you don't really know how GREAT the risk is.

Let me give you a few examples of what I mean.

My doctor told me to not eat lunch meat during my pregnancy. I checked up CDC statistics on listeria. 600 pregnant women a year get it out of 6 million pregnancies. Is that enough of a risk for me personally to not eat lunch meat? Hell no (especially since I am on a very restrictive diet already because I have food allergies). Sure, I wouldn't eat lunch meat that was sitting out a 90 degree day for 6 hours-anything within reason of course. But from a deli I trust-it was worth it.

I had a c-section with my DS. I asked my dr when I could start ttc again since I always wanted 2 kids about 18 months apart. He said wait a year. I asked him why I should wait a year. He said there was a greater chance of uterine rupture. I asked how often it happens. He said in less than 1% of patients.

See where I'm going with this?

Just because there's a risk with something doesn't mean anything. I was more likely to get hit by a car and die on my way to the hospital for my elective induction as opposed to getting one of the serious consequences.

MiraclePending · May 2010

ssmith325:
ocho2002:

I'll say it...In general, I really dislike Canadians. Take your healthcare and maternity leave and shove it!

I'll gladly take my awesome healthcare & year long mat. leave, thanks!!! Being Canadian KICKS ASS!!!!

Why would you dislike them? Typically they're super nice people and their country is beautiful. I wish I were Canadian...

mistywhite400 · May 2010

ablou:
mistywhite400:

ssmith325:
I think those garter belt headbands people put on baby girls are ugly as hell.

Aww..I think my DD looks pretty cute in hers!

I don't consider your DD's a garter belt headband, personally. And I agree. She's adorable!

I can't stand the cheap-looking satin-y ones with the silly tiny bows on them.

Oh those! Ok Yeah I HATE those with a psssion...I got a million of them & gave them all away!!

rcollier_17 · May 2010

ablou:
rcollier_17:

Ok, here's mine.

I think a lot of women are uneducated about the risks of inductions, epis, and c-sections (and that one greatly increases your chances of the needing another) and it annoys me. Educate yourselves, it's empowering. America's views on L&D, in general, are so backwards.

It also annoys me when an induction is chosen for non-medical purposes and I'm apalled by the amount of doctors that are ok with and/or recommend early induction. In most cases there's absolutely nothing wrong with letting mommas go to 42 weeks and if first time mommas are allowed to go on their own a huge majority go to 41 weeks.

(I have a close cousin who's close to her due date and really wanting to go naturally, but didn't have the luxury of choosing a midwife and her doc won't let her go past 41 weeks, so this is all on my brain right now).

I was educated on the risks, but I just wanted this baby OUT!!! Late pregnancy was putting me into an emotional tailspin in a really bad way. I was induced at 40w3d, had an epi & a c/s (due to head size & placement). I'm totally cool w/ all of it. And I will be scheduling the next baby's c/s.

Oh I def understand the emotional part of it. I cried after work almost every day for a week. Waiting for baby is not easy at all, I get that, but I wish it was a choice that more women would make

mistywhite400 · May 2010

MiraclePending:
ssmith325:
ocho2002:

I'll say it...In general, I really dislike Canadians. Take your healthcare and maternity leave and shove it!

I'll gladly take my awesome healthcare & year long mat. leave, thanks!!! Being Canadian KICKS ASS!!!!

Why would you dislike them? Typically they're super nice people and their country is beautiful. I wish I were Canadian...

I'm with you! I would love a year maternity leave. Don't really know a whole lot about their healthcare, but I would love to live canada...it's seems so pretty!!!

Leap08 · May 2010

MiraclePending:
ssmith325:
ocho2002:

I'll say it...In general, I really dislike Canadians. Take your healthcare and maternity leave and shove it!

I'll gladly take my awesome healthcare & year long mat. leave, thanks!!! Being Canadian KICKS ASS!!!!
Why would you dislike them? Typically they're super nice people and their country is beautiful. I wish I were Canadian...

Sometime I wish I was Canadian, too. I'd love to live in BC. It's one of my favorite places to visit.

rcollier_17 · May 2010

KC_13:
rcollier_17:

Ok, here's mine.

I think a lot of women are uneducated about the risks of inductions, epis, and c-sections (and that one greatly increases your chances of the needing another) and it annoys me. Educate yourselves, it's empowering. America's views on L&D, in general, are so backwards.

It also annoys me when an induction is chosen for non-medical purposes and I'm apalled by the amount of doctors that are ok with and/or recommend early induction. In most cases there's absolutely nothing wrong with letting mommas go to 42 weeks and if first time mommas are allowed to go on their own a huge majority go to 41 weeks.

(I have a close cousin who's close to her due date and really wanting to go naturally, but didn't have the luxury of choosing a midwife and her doc won't let her go past 41 weeks, so this is all on my brain right now).

I respectfully disagree with this (and not only because I had an elective induction).

I think that there are risks with inductions, c-sections, yadda yadda yadda. Nobody's doubting that. However, when doctors tell you a lot of the risks, you don't really know how GREAT the risk is.

Let me give you a few examples of what I mean.

My doctor told me to not eat lunch meat during my pregnancy. I checked up CDC statistics on listeria. 600 pregnant women a year get it out of 6 million pregnancies. Is that enough of a risk for me personally to not eat lunch meat? Hell no (especially since I am on a very restrictive diet already because I have food allergies). Sure, I wouldn't eat lunch meat that was sitting out a 90 degree day for 6 hours-anything within reason of course. But from a deli I trust-it was worth it.

I had a c-section with my DS. I asked my dr when I could start ttc again since I always wanted 2 kids about 18 months apart. He said wait a year. I asked him why I should wait a year. He said there was a greater chance of uterine rupture. I asked how often it happens. He said in less than 1% of patients.

See where I'm going with this?

Just because there's a risk with something doesn't mean anything. I was more likely to get hit by a car and die on my way to the hospital for my elective induction as opposed to getting one of the serious consequences.

I'll have to dig up the stats sometime again, but despite all of America's "wonderful" medical interventions we still have one of the highest mortality rates. Inductions are putting more women at risk of a major surgery- c-section- and not saving more baby's or mommas lives...

Can you live your life out of fear? No. And honestly if you educated yourself and were fine with your decision then great, I just don't think a lot of women do the research... like all the "my baby's too big bs" Man that stuff drove me nuts on 3rd tri!

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