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August 2013 Moms
Bitchfest Monday
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Re: Bitchfest Monday
Our youngest dog has this problem... we've resulted to walking him late at night when people aren't around. Other than that he does his business in our backyard.
We'll try and go for nice long walks on Saturdays but it's like playing dodge ball and avoiding any one else who is taking a stroll, walking their dog, or riding their bikes.
Did the marks look like hickeys or were they perfect circles? The technique that leaves perfect circles its called cupping. My friend had that done a lot after an accident left her with 2 collapsed discs.
Legitimate massage therapy isn't sexual at all, unless he is hitting up the 24 hour spots in Chinatown. Does he go to a legitimate practice?
Layla 01.08.12
Chloe and Vivian 07.23.13
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Yea, i'd be emotional about the shower and due date also. Maybe it's because i'm a middle child also
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That's exactly what it's like!! On our walk this morning I saw people about to turn a corner we were going to pass so I turned around and started walking the other way.
He gets most of his exercise playing in the backyard but it would still be nice to be able to take him for a walk like other dogs. The vet advised us to focus on positive reinforcement and giving him treats everytime we see another person on our walk so he knows it's okay. So I did that this morning but it will be a work in progress...
I'm so surprised that none of that worked.. Cats usually hate those techniques! I wonder if there is something up there that he is trying to get. Any treats or cat toys hidden behind a counter or cabinet or something? I would inspect the area he goes to the most and see if there's something grabbing his interest.
Oops, just realized how many spelling errors was in my post! He drives me insane!! There is a window above the sink and usually when that is open he will climb and try to sit there, also the stove is right next to the outside door and he will climb on the counter to the stove to look out the window. I try and keep the window open in the laundry room for him and there are so many other windows in the house!!! I honestly don't know what to do, the thought of his paws where we put food totally grosses me out
I don't understand whats wrong with allowing her baby to crawl around? Unless she is ignoring him while he gets into things he shouldn't be in?
I have been blessedly lucky with my health this entire pregnancy, so I can't really complain, but today I feel like hell compared with most other days. Can't help but notice that the first day I feel sick is also the day after my shower, when I was exposed to a lot of people, a couple of kiddos included, and an unfamiliar environment. So help me, if someone came to my baby shower with a cold and gave it to me, I'll track them down and kick their @ss.
That is...right after I lie down. Just trying to hang in at work long enough for this to count as "going home early" and not "half day."
I share your pain.
Yes, she is ignoring him
Have you heard of the Yellow Dog Project? I'm not sure how many people know about it, but you it might help to try it out during your walks.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2013/03/10/dogs-need-space/1933677/
I hope you guys are able to work out his issues. Hopefully, the vet's advice (or advice from a dog trainer?) will help! :-)
Seriously? You want her to stick her child in a pack'n play? Maybe in front of the TV? If he is just crawling he is probably pretty young to teach about animals and what not to touch. I mean as a parent you try to, but it's not sinking in quite yet. Maybe you could childproof your home? Or visit them in a more child-friendly environment? I have a feeling you will be kicking yourself for this comment in a few months. Sounds like you need to change more than friend.
Flame away. But no, I can't imagine I'd bring my child to someone's home, especially a strangers, and let them crawl around freely without paying attention.
I texted the babysitter and asked how my 2.5 year old son was doing, her response : he's playing and pottying but very whiny today.
Well thank you for that, just what I wanted to hear on this Monday morning when all I want to do is be at home with that "whiny" child.
ugh.
Um bitchy much? Gotta love it when people hate their jobs right?
I have heard of the yellow dog project and I think it's wonderful!
However though I don't think my dogs behavior really fits the mission of that project. It's not even that he barks at someone who approaches him, he will bark at someone he sees way down the street on the other side of the road. If someone does approach him, all he wants to do is say hello and lick them. He LOVES meeting new people and dogs. Unfortunately though his way of expressing that is by barking incessantly. Think of it as a dog saying hello over and over again by barking lol. It's absolutely not a situation where he growls or would bite someone who came up to him. Non-dog people see him as a scary dog when he barks but there has been MANY times when dog friendly people totally understand why he is barking and they let him sniff them and a few seconds later they are his new best friend!
Ya I get where you are frustrated with that, I guess I would just never advocate putting the child in a pack'n play so that she can ignore the child more so than she is right now. It just seemed from your OP that you were more ticked off because it inconvenienced you and your host. IMO at least the child is actively entertaining themselves. I could just never imagine sticking my child in a pack'n play. I would put my own dog away first (and I have because it is easier on my dog and the other child).
What do you expect them to report? Butterflies and rainbows only?
Aww, I have a friend whose dog was like this. He seemed intimidating, but barking was just his way of saying "Hey! Let's be best friends forever!" We were constantly telling people, "Sorry, he's really friendly. He just gets excited."
But, honestly, it did get much better once he turned two. How old is your dog? Maybe it's just a phase?
I find myself saying that line all the time. He will be 1 next month. We adopted him when he was about 3 1/2 months and he definitely didn't do this in the beginning but I can't remember exactly when it did start. I hope it's a phase and that he will mellow out eventually but until then we are going to do everything we were recommended.
We spoke about it and he explained he has a hard time seeing me in pain and doesn't know how to respond to it. We just had my OBGYN apt, I am 31wks 4 days along, and found out baby is measuring 36weeks 5 days along, and switched positions last night. He knows I sure as hell had a reason to be in pain, and cry. I think I won't hear a peep from him anymore. I would love to see our men go through pregnancy and labor and see how they can handle it.
I don't think I would consider an unattended child whom the mother is not keeping an eye on "actively entertaining themselves" like that makes it ok. She should be a little more aware of the fact that she's at someone else's home and it isn't childproofed. If keeping the kid in a pack and play is the best way she can keep him safe then I don't see what the problem is. I get that you don't want to put your kid in a pack and play, which is totally your choice, but that's not how everyone feels. Using one to keep a LO contained so they aren't crawling all over getting in potentially unsafe situations seems pretty responsible to me. Is it a big deal to put a dog away? Maybe not but if someone is in my house I'd expect a little common courteousy in their actions even if I'm willing to make adjustments for them and their child. But that's just MHO.
I also still feel like crap, and now have no voice. I just want dh to cuddle with and take care of me, but he won't be home until it's time for bed or after I'm already asleep. FIL is now in a hospice facility, so dh is spending as much time there as possible, so it's understandable. Me being sick, I'm not allowed to go, so I'm stuck at home, sick, and dealing with our needy pets.
Sorry, I'm just a whiny baby today.
No not at all actually. . I am fully aware of how my son can act especially when he is tired. This post is titled *** fest Monday right? We have been having other small issues with this sitter and are looking into other options at the moment. Like I said earlier it is just not something I wanted to hear today.
This is along the lines of what I was thinking. I mean I do expect friends of mine with children to keep an eye on their child for the LO own safety in an unfamiliar place, but I know when I invite a friend over that her kid(s) are a part of the deal and I would never expect them to pin their kid up in a pack n play the whole time. Like PP said its also not fair to expect him to automatically understand rules with the dog he is too little!
Ugh that's annoying. I feel like you should be grandfathered in or something and guaranteed your OB.
That's what I was thinking! Is it ridiculous that I got teary when I found out? Dh noticed my reaction and was like, "I know she was REALLY hoping you would be our guy come that day, especially since it's our first". Our dr smiled, but I don't know. I just really hope it's him come that day.
I think you have some pretty major trust issues.
Married 07/17/2010
Diagnosed with PCOS 10/20/2010
TTC since Oct 2010
BFP #1 March 31st 2011 Due December 10 2011
Missed m/c discovered June 2nd 2011 at 12w4d
D&C scheduled June 7th 2011 at 13w2d
Found out our baby boy had Triploidy XXY through embryopathology
BFP #2 September 28th 2011 Due June 8th 2012
Missed m/c discovered November 20th 2011 at 11w2d
D&C November 29th 2011 at 12w4d
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BFP #3 April 24th 2012 Due January 5th 2013
Betas falling on 04/26/12 Chemical Pregnancy
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Forth ultrasound 12w1d hb 167 bpm
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It's a boy!
Little man was born August 1st 2013, 7lbs 8oz and 20.5 inches long
Yeeah you sound like a really lousy friend Amanda. You realize you are pregnant with a tiny person who is going inconvenience you far more than the friend, right?
Is the child reading your diary? Invading your space? Drinking drano?? Falling down stairs? Until something serious happens you need to realize that it's just a child and that's what they do. She's not going to stick him in a box for a few hours because you don't like him crawling around your house... You're going to have major problems when you pop because if
Your child is anything like my son he would not sit still on your lap or in a playpen for an hour or more.. They are on the go
I hope you're feeling better soon!! And I'm so sorry to hear that your FIL is in hospice care. Sending hugs to you!
Thank you. He seems to be doing better there now than when he was in the hospital, despite starting to forget things. He even ate cereal today, and it's been months since he last ate anything. We're just hoping he's as comfortable as he can be and trying to enjoy the time he has left.
Hugs much appreciated.
YES.
I also just want to be able to pick up and play with my daughter without feeling like I'm going to pass out from exhaustion or inability to breathe normally.
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I have to agree here.
Your husband is getting treatment for an injury, right?
Why is this causing you to 'flip your sh!t'? They're not hickeys, they are a result of blood being pulled to the surface by the suction of the cup they use in this technique. They are trying to help him.
Sorry, but I think you need to look at your 'stuff' with this, not flip out at your husband for going along with the treatment they suggested.