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amandaloren · June 2011

Okay Ladies lets hear them!

lmjt · June 2011

The anti c-section rhetoric around here is obnoxious (more on other boards than this one, but runs rampant around TB). People need c-sections for various reasons. Its not wrong, and its not their doctors being lazy or incompetent. Its a medical procedure, and whether its done or not should be decided by a medical professional, which NONE of us are. If you don't want one, fine, don't have one, but I can't stand that people jump all over others who need or want one for their own reasons.

Pina · June 2011

I think nesting is a load of crap. We are adults and our homes should be neat, clean and organized.

linzica · June 2011

I think most kids these days are brats and most parents are lazy or selfish. Its easy to pretend you're a good parent when you give your little monster everything he or she wants and don't ever punish him or upset him. It's also really really stupid and makes for horrible young adults.

Marettie · June 2011

My UO's are facebook related this week.

I think checking into places is so stupid for people to do. Why would you want everyone to know where you are...or even worse to let weirdos know that you aren't at home, so now would be perfect time to go break into your home.

On that same note, it irritates me when people are on vacations or their honeymoons and they post on facebook. Is your vacation that lame or are you just that addicted to what other people are doing?

jpellillo · June 2011

Pina:
I think nesting is a load of crap. We are adults and our homes should be neat, clean and organized.

I agree with this. Every time I clean or organize these days someone makes a stupid comment about me "nesting already..." Umm, no. I have ALWAYS been like this. I've owned label maker for years

lacey0482 · June 2011

I'm using crib bumpers.

lily87 · June 2011

This one is probably going to get some flames, but it is supposed to be unpopular right?

I am sick of reading posts (not just this board- but elsewhere) about how people get pissed when items aren't bought from their registry for their shower (baby or bridal).

No one has to buy you a gift period. If they do, a gift giver should be free to decide what they want to purchase for you. If they want to get something from your registry- great. If not, you should be equally thankful. A gift is a gift. Yes, I can see where this is frustrating if you spent a lot of time picking things out...and yes, I can see where this is equally frustrating if you have financial difficulties and can use the help acquiring things you need. But, these still aren't good enough excuses in my opinion to claim that the gift giver is doing something wrong by getting something of their choice.

One should never dictate a gift. Personally, I don't care what I receive at my shower. It really is just the thought that counts.

Azrayla · June 2011

I don't see how me wanting an induction, wanting medical intervention and an epi is harming my baby. Having an overdue baby scares me more than a somewhat early baby so if I make it by some chance to week 39 I will take an induction before my due date. I will not be joining the 40-42 weekers.

also, I make big babies.. I don't want to push out a 10lb kid..

eta: im also going to bedshare.. (uo in my fam) and we use bumpers.

cheezemonger · June 2011

Pina:
I think nesting is a load of crap. We are adults and our homes should be neat, clean and organized.

Oh Pina, if only we could all be as perfect as you.... sorry for the sarcasm. Being neat and organized just doesn't come naturally to everyone. Some of us need a little motivation, like house guests, babies, etc...

I hate walking into someone's house that is so neat, clean and organized that it doesn't look like anyone lives there but the cleaning lady. I need a little chaos and imperfection to relax.

Leahanna21 · June 2011

My UO: I think grown men who play COD and other games like that are annoying ! I say this because my own SO does and it irritates me to no end. It's like really how old are you?

Sad thing is - we actually have fights about me getting mad when he wants to play his game. I mean I understand he need some 'him' time but to play a video game? come on.

lily87 · June 2011

Marettie:
My UO's are facebook related this week.

I think checking into places is so stupid for people to do. Why would you want everyone to know where you are...or even worse to let weirdos know that you aren't at home, so now would be perfect time to go break into your home.

On that same note, it irritates me when people are on vacations or their honeymoons and they post on facebook. Is your vacation that lame or are you just that addicted to what other people are doing?

As a person who has been robbed, I agree completely. Posting you are out of the house is dumb. Even if you trust all your fb friends, they could easily talk about you being away in public and someone could overhear.

I agree to about vacation. We don't even keep our cells on when we are away. I am trying to get away from the everyday- not bring it with me!

womancake · June 2011

I think the idea that you can say whatever you want and people's feelings shouldn't be hurt because it's the internet is absurd. Some things are just hurtful, no matter who says them. I hope to teach my child that the values of kindness and respect don't fly out the window as soon as you log on to a computer. I'm not just talking about tb, though that attitude seems to be present here at times. But I have seen some of the ugliest things said in the comment section of a simple Yahoo article. Just because you have the advantage of anonymity doesn't mean it's okay to be hateful.

Ella&C · June 2011

I am sick to death of this new mentality that overweight/obese people have. It's the "I embrace my curves!" BS. You are unhealthy and straining your heart, kidneys, and your body as a whole, while shortening your lifespan and costing the whole country in medical expenses. Get off your butt and exercise, and make healthy changes to your diet. Stop making excuses. I cannot watch 'Say Yes To The Dress: Big Bliss' because those women cry and complain that nobody makes a sample dress in their size, yet make excuses about why they are too big to fit into a size 22 dress!

Leahanna21 · June 2011

Marettie:

My UO's are facebook related this week.

I think checking into places is so stupid for people to do. Why would you want everyone to know where you are...or even worse to let weirdos know that you aren't at home, so now would be perfect time to go break into your home.

On that same note, it irritates me when people are on vacations or their honeymoons and they post on facebook. Is your vacation that lame or are you just that addicted to what other people are doing?

Agreed - People might as well check into being kidnapped or Robbed!

hoot179 · June 2011

Pina:
I think nesting is a load of crap. We are adults and our homes should be neat, clean and organized.

Pina - I'm with you...clutter makes me crazy!!

womancake · June 2011

Ella&C:
I am sick to death of this new mentality that overweight/obese people have. It's the "I embrace my curves!" BS. You are unhealthy and straining your heart, kidneys, and your body as a whole, while shortening your lifespan and costing the whole country in medical expenses. Get off your butt and exercise, and make healthy changes to your diet. Stop making excuses. I cannot watch 'Say Yes To The Dress: Big Bliss' because those women cry and complain that nobody makes a sample dress in their size, yet make excuses about why they are too big to fit into a size 22 dress!

I'm not in the mood to debate anyone today, so all you'll get from me is a Hmm

LaComtesse · June 2011

lily87:
This one is probably going to get some flames, but it is supposed to be unpopular right?
I am sick of reading posts (not just this board- but elsewhere) about how people get pissed when items aren't bought from their registry for their shower (baby or bridal).
No one has to buy you a gift period. If they do, a gift giver should be free to decide what they want to purchase for you. If they want to get something from your registry- great. If not, you should be equally thankful. A gift is a gift. Yes, I can see where this is frustrating if you spent a lot of time picking things out...and yes, I can see where this is equally frustrating if you have financial difficulties and can use the help acquiring things you need. But, these still aren't good enough excuses in my opinion to claim that the gift giver is doing something wrong by getting something of their choice.
One should never dictate a gift. Personally, I don't care what I receive at my shower. It really is just the thought that counts.

I agree, though I saw a post on another board the other day that even made me huffy. Another FTM posted something like "Help me pick out a carrier for my friend" then went on to explain that, while her friend had picked one out, she didn't think it was the best decision, so which one should she buy her instead. This just struck me as so condescending and obnoxious. It's basically saying "I saw you researched incorrectly and came to a bad conclusion. Let me help with my superior baby product knowledge."

And I think that may be part of the whole registry frustration, too. On top of the issues you mentioned, which I think are indeed the lion's share of someone's problem with the whole business, I think many people feel judged as well, which obviously sucks.

lmjt · June 2011

womancake:
Ella&C:
I am sick to death of this new mentality that overweight/obese people have. It's the "I embrace my curves!" BS. You are unhealthy and straining your heart, kidneys, and your body as a whole, while shortening your lifespan and costing the whole country in medical expenses. Get off your butt and exercise, and make healthy changes to your diet. Stop making excuses. I cannot watch 'Say Yes To The Dress: Big Bliss' because those women cry and complain that nobody makes a sample dress in their size, yet make excuses about why they are too big to fit into a size 22 dress!
I'm not in the mood to debate anyone today, so all you'll get from me is a

I will second your side eye...

Marettie · June 2011

lacey0482:
I'm using crib bumpers.

Me too, but I registered for a breathable one last night just in case.

Pina~ you're my idol and I wish I was as motivated as you. I can't even keep on laundry!

Leahanna21 · June 2011

Pina:

I think nesting is a load of crap. We are adults and our homes should be neat, clean and organized.

I agree & disagree with this. With me personally ? I am a huge procrastinator Embarrassed & I am doing things now that would not have been done yet if I didn?t have LO on the way, we always talked about re-painting the living room, renovating our bathrooms, etc. and without LO coming & wanting to have it all done by the time he arrives we definitely wouldn?t have started yet! Lol so for me it?s more of a stop being such a procrastinator.

Azrayla · June 2011

I think birth plans are silly. Unless youre with a midwife and ahving an epic home birth whatever you don't need one.. have an outline sure but I laugh when women assume going into a hospital that their birthplan will be followed to a T then get and stay upset for a long time when it doesn't..crap happens!

Also you don't need to pack your whole home for your hospital stay!

Done now.

LaComtesse · June 2011

womancake:
I think the idea that you can say whatever you want and people's feelings shouldn't be hurt because it's the internet is absurd. Some things are just hurtful, no matter who says them. I hope to teach my child that the values of kindness and respect don't fly out the window as soon as you log on to a computer. I'm not just talking about tb, though that attitude seems to be present here at times. But I have seen some of the ugliest things said in the comment section of a simple Yahoo article. Just because you have the advantage of anonymity doesn't mean it's okay to be hateful.

Generally speaking, internet comments are where intelligence goes to die.

Even more gloriously obnoxious are the "I'm just being honest" people or worse yet "I'm just telling it like it is" people. (In real life or online.) No, you're not. You're telling "it" from your point of view.

I can't stand those people: generally speaking, that's the line they throw out there when saying something hurtful and they're not very good at backing up their position with pesky things like "facts" or "examples."

smorzandoj · June 2011

Ella&C:
I am sick to death of this new mentality that overweight/obese people have. It's the "I embrace my curves!" BS. You are unhealthy and straining your heart, kidneys, and your body as a whole, while shortening your lifespan and costing the whole country in medical expenses. Get off your butt and exercise, and make healthy changes to your diet. Stop making excuses. I cannot watch 'Say Yes To The Dress: Big Bliss' because those women cry and complain that nobody makes a sample dress in their size, yet make excuses about why they are too big to fit into a size 22 dress!

I didn't even know that show existed....and somehow I know that I am not missing anything.

spidermonkeymomma · June 2011

hoot179:
Pina:

I think nesting is a load of crap. We are adults and our homes should be neat, clean and organized.

Pina - I'm with you...clutter makes me crazy!!

I can't stand clutter but my house is cluttered... and not particularly clean. I actually have had the "nesting" urge but it's more like "I need to get my house to not have clutter in it" because I know I won't have the time to organize the way I want after the baby is born (not that I have time now to keep up with house work).

smorzandoj · June 2011

LaComtesse:
lily87:
This one is probably going to get some flames, but it is supposed to be unpopular right?
I am sick of reading posts (not just this board- but elsewhere) about how people get pissed when items aren't bought from their registry for their shower (baby or bridal).
No one has to buy you a gift period. If they do, a gift giver should be free to decide what they want to purchase for you. If they want to get something from your registry- great. If not, you should be equally thankful. A gift is a gift. Yes, I can see where this is frustrating if you spent a lot of time picking things out...and yes, I can see where this is equally frustrating if you have financial difficulties and can use the help acquiring things you need. But, these still aren't good enough excuses in my opinion to claim that the gift giver is doing something wrong by getting something of their choice.
One should never dictate a gift. Personally, I don't care what I receive at my shower. It really is just the thought that counts.
I agree, though I saw a post on another board the other day that even made me huffy. Another FTM posted something like "Help me pick out a carrier for my friend" then went on to explain that, while her friend had picked one out, she didn't think it was the best decision, so which one should she buy her instead. This just struck me as so condescending and obnoxious. It's basically saying "I saw you researched incorrectly and came to abad conclusion. Let me help with my superior baby product knowledge."
And I think that may be part of the whole registry frustration, too. On top of the issues you mentioned, which I think are indeed the lion's share of someone's problem with the whole business, I think many people feel judged as well, which obviously sucks.

I have to say that someone bought me a different carrier then we picked bc ours wasnt available in store and I had no complaints whatsoever. I really could have cared less what it looked like as long as it was safe and I had one.

smorzandoj · June 2011

Azrayla:
I think birth plans are silly. Unless youre with a midwife and ahving an epic home birth whatever you don't need one.. have an outline sure but I laugh when women assume going into a hospital that their birthplan will be followed to a T then get and stay upset for a long time when it doesn't..crap happens!

Also you don't need to pack your whole home for your hospital stay!

Done now.

Amen.

lily87 · June 2011

LaComtesse:
lily87:
This one is probably going to get some flames, but it is supposed to be unpopular right?
I am sick of reading posts (not just this board- but elsewhere) about how people get pissed when items aren't bought from their registry for their shower (baby or bridal).
No one has to buy you a gift period. If they do, a gift giver should be free to decide what they want to purchase for you. If they want to get something from your registry- great. If not, you should be equally thankful. A gift is a gift. Yes, I can see where this is frustrating if you spent a lot of time picking things out...and yes, I can see where this is equally frustrating if you have financial difficulties and can use the help acquiring things you need. But, these still aren't good enough excuses in my opinion to claim that the gift giver is doing something wrong by getting something of their choice.
One should never dictate a gift. Personally, I don't care what I receive at my shower. It really is just the thought that counts.
I agree, though I saw a post on another board the other day that even made me huffy. Another FTM posted something like "Help me pick out a carrier for my friend" then went on to explain that, while her friend had picked one out, she didn't think it was the best decision, so which one should she buy her instead. This just struck me as so condescending and obnoxious. It's basically saying "I saw you researched incorrectly and came to a bad conclusion. Let me help with my superior baby product knowledge."
And I think that may be part of the whole registry frustration, too. On top of the issues you mentioned, which I think are indeed the lion's share of someone's problem with the whole business, I think many people feel judged as well, which obviously sucks.

I agree with you in the scenario you listed. It is also rude if someone purposely picks out an alternative specifically because they think their opinion is superior to what you want. But, I find that a lot of these posts are mostly- no one bought from the registry and now I have to take stuff back. Or someone bought a bib that wasn't on my registry. Well- maybe they just thought it was cute! I hate being restricted to just shopping from registries sometimes- because I like to do a mix. Something they need and something cute for baby. But, I have had friends literally say, I only want things from my registry and that really takes the fun out of the gift giving, imo.

LaComtesse · June 2011

smorzandoj:
LaComtesse:
lily87:
This one is probably going to get some flames, but it is supposed to be unpopular right?
I am sick of reading posts (not just this board- but elsewhere) about how people get pissed when items aren't bought from their registry for their shower (baby or bridal).
No one has to buy you a gift period. If they do, a gift giver should be free to decide what they want to purchase for you. If they want to get something from your registry- great. If not, you should be equally thankful. A gift is a gift. Yes, I can see where this is frustrating if you spent a lot of time picking things out...and yes, I can see where this is equally frustrating if you have financial difficulties and can use the help acquiring things you need. But, these still aren't good enough excuses in my opinion to claim that the gift giver is doing something wrong by getting something of their choice.
One should never dictate a gift. Personally, I don't care what I receive at my shower. It really is just the thought that counts.
I agree, though I saw a post on another board the other day that even made me huffy. Another FTM posted something like "Help me pick out a carrier for my friend" then went on to explain that, while her friend had picked one out, she didn't think it was the best decision, so which one should she buy her instead. This just struck me as so condescending and obnoxious. It's basically saying "I saw you researched incorrectly and came to abad conclusion. Let me help with my superior baby product knowledge."
And I think that may be part of the whole registry frustration, too. On top of the issues you mentioned, which I think are indeed the lion's share of someone's problem with the whole business, I think many people feel judged as well, which obviously sucks.
I have to say that someone bought me a different carrier then we picked bc ours wasnt available in store and I had no complaints whatsoever. I really could have cared less what it looked like as long as it was safe and I had one.

I could even see if that poster was someone who was like "Okay, I know you registered for this one, but I have this one and it's totally amazing and I love it and I wanted to share that with you." But the fact that the poster had no experience with carriers and was just assuming that the woman in question hadn't done her research and made a bad decision was so haughty it was maddening.

bradandjackie · June 2011

Ella&C:
I am sick to death of this new mentality that overweight/obese people have. It's the "I embrace my curves!" BS. You are unhealthy and straining your heart, kidneys, and your body as a whole, while shortening your lifespan and costing the whole country in medical expenses. Get off your butt and exercise, and make healthy changes to your diet. Stop making excuses. I cannot watch 'Say Yes To The Dress: Big Bliss' because those women cry and complain that nobody makes a sample dress in their size, yet make excuses about why they are too big to fit into a size 22 dress!

ITA with you here!! however, curves should be celebrated,,, at a BMI of 35+ you are no longer curvy, fluffy or soft. You are unhealthy.

hoot179 · June 2011

mesa81:
hoot179:
Pina:

I think nesting is a load of crap. We are adults and our homes should be neat, clean and organized.

Pina - I'm with you...clutter makes me crazy!!

I can't stand clutter but my house is cluttered... and not particularly clean. I actually have had the "nesting" urge but it's more like "I need to get my house to not have clutter in it" because I know I won't have the time to organize the way I want after the baby is born (not that I have time now to keep up with house work).

We're gutting and re doing the babies room. We have a two bedroom, tiny house so a TON of baby stuff is cluttering our living space because we have no place to put it. I can't wait to organize once the room is complete. After the shower I'm going to re organize the whole house to make space for this little guys stuff! As far as nesting - I'd say we've definitely had some more motivation to get bigger projects done such as renovating the bathroom and the 2nd bedroom. it's a good time

nikkimouse323 · June 2011

I don't really believe the world is going to end in 2012.

ermaderma · June 2011

lmjt:
womancake:

Ella&C:
I am sick to death of this new mentality that overweight/obese people have. It's the "I embrace my curves!" BS. You are unhealthy and straining your heart, kidneys, and your body as a whole, while shortening your lifespan and costing the whole country in medical expenses. Get off your butt and exercise, and make healthy changes to your diet. Stop making excuses. I cannot watch 'Say Yes To The Dress: Big Bliss' because those women cry and complain that nobody makes a sample dress in their size, yet make excuses about why they are too big to fit into a size 22 dress!

I'm not in the mood to debate anyone today, so all you'll get from me is a

I will second your side eye...

And I'll third it.

I hesitate to even post this as it may turn into a post and run, but broad generalizations like this, make my blood boil.

ar78 · June 2011

Ella&C:
I am sick to death of this new mentality that overweight/obese people have. It's the "I embrace my curves!" BS. You are unhealthy and straining your heart, kidneys, and your body as a whole, while shortening your lifespan and costing the whole country in medical expenses. Get off your butt and exercise, and make healthy changes to your diet. Stop making excuses. I cannot watch 'Say Yes To The Dress: Big Bliss' because those women cry and complain that nobody makes a sample dress in their size, yet make excuses about why they are too big to fit into a size 22 dress!

I wish I was as beautiful and as thin as you, Ella&C. I should just put the gun to my head now.

Seriously, you need some serious education about body issues. You can be perfectly healthy and not have a perfect BMI. Seriously, do some reading.

womancake · June 2011

bradandjackie:
Ella&C:
I am sick to death of this new mentality that overweight/obese people have. It's the "I embrace my curves!" BS. You are unhealthy and straining your heart, kidneys, and your body as a whole, while shortening your lifespan and costing the whole country in medical expenses. Get off your butt and exercise, and make healthy changes to your diet. Stop making excuses. I cannot watch 'Say Yes To The Dress: Big Bliss' because those women cry and complain that nobody makes a sample dress in their size, yet make excuses about why they are too big to fit into a size 22 dress!

ITA with you here!! however, curves should be celebrated,,, at a BMI of 35+ you are no longer curvy, fluffy or soft. You are unhealthy.

You guys do realize that there are overweight and obese women on this board right? You know...actual people with feelings? Just thought I'd remind you in case you had forgotten.

cheezemonger · June 2011

Ella&C:
I am sick to death of this new mentality that overweight/obese people have. It's the "I embrace my curves!" BS. You are unhealthy and straining your heart, kidneys, and your body as a whole, while shortening your lifespan and costing the whole country in medical expenses. Get off your butt and exercise, and make healthy changes to your diet. Stop making excuses. I cannot watch 'Say Yes To The Dress: Big Bliss' because those women cry and complain that nobody makes a sample dress in their size, yet make excuses about why they are too big to fit into a size 22 dress!

Huh.. I think it's nasty attitudes like this that have made us a weight obsessed culture with 8 year old anorexics and suicidal fat kids and entitled bullies who pick on the suicidal fat kids. Your lack of understanding of the complexity obesity problem in America is astounding and ugly.

womancake · June 2011

nikkimouse323:
I don't really believe the world is going to end in 2012.

I really hope that opinion *isn't* unpopular, or I'm going to be worried about some people! Wink

heatherebee · June 2011

I absolutely despise country music and think it's so ridiculous that it is now accepted as mainstream music. I've always hated it. I can appreciate Elvis, Johnny Cash and some other oldies and goodies but this modern whining poo is AWFUL!

I have given it a chance, I have many friends who are huge friends of country. I actually went to countryfest twice with friends and came home again with the conclusion that Walmart is choosing which poison to eat AND which music to listen to.

*sits with a bucket of water and waits for fire*

JenniferAnnes · June 2011

Azrayla:
I think birth plans are silly. Unless youre with a midwife and ahving an epic home birth whatever you don't need one.. have an outline sure but I laugh when women assume going into a hospital that their birthplan will be followed to a T then get and stay upset for a long time when it doesn't..crap happens!

Also you don't need to pack your whole home for your hospital stay!

Done now.

I totally disagree about the birth plan. Just because I'm giving birth in a hospital to have quick access to emergency care if something should go wrong doesn't mean that I give up all my choices to whatever the nurses/doctor think should happen to me. I've done a lot of research and feel strongly against interventions and some hospital "policies". Of course, sometimes things don't go as planned, and that's fine, but I see no reason why I can't have the birth I want if it poses no risk to the baby.

ermaderma · June 2011

womancake:
bradandjackie:

Ella&C:
I am sick to death of this new mentality that overweight/obese people have. It's the "I embrace my curves!" BS. You are unhealthy and straining your heart, kidneys, and your body as a whole, while shortening your lifespan and costing the whole country in medical expenses. Get off your butt and exercise, and make healthy changes to your diet. Stop making excuses. I cannot watch 'Say Yes To The Dress: Big Bliss' because those women cry and complain that nobody makes a sample dress in their size, yet make excuses about why they are too big to fit into a size 22 dress!

ITA with you here!! however, curves should be celebrated,,, at a BMI of 35+ you are no longer curvy, fluffy or soft. You are unhealthy.

You guys do realize that there are overweight and obese women on this board right? You know...actual people with feelings? Just thought I'd remind you in case you had forgotten.

Or that BMI is a complete joke of a indicator of someone's health?!

heatherebee · June 2011

Azrayla:

This.. curves are curves.. but there's a difference between curves and gelatinous goo.. also depends how you carry your weight.. (I have a large lower torso wearing size 14 pants but I wear a medium top in regular womens)

ITA!

I am big on top and medium on the bottom. Pregnancy has turned me into a total weeble wobble with stick legs ha!

We could trade on 2 piece outfits

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