I sometimes tell DH that I can't get out of work if daycare needs one of the kids picked up, but not because I don't want to be there for the kids nor because I want to inconvenience DH. I get frustrated when daycare only calls or emails me about the kids if something is wrong (which happens 90% of the time). DH and I split drop off and pick up schedules so they know both of us and they know we both work. I feel the need to prove to them that my work is just as important by sending in DH. Why is it always mom's problem???
Ok, my first FFFC! I participated in the babies r us trade in event this week. My mom had received a used car seat and I was able to convince her to trade it in and we'd use the discount to get an extra base for her car. I got there, traded in the seat, and went to the base section. When I got their I realized the coupon said based weren't included in the discount. I was annoyed at myself for not realizing this before I went there. I decided to play ignorant and try to check out anyway. The attendants at the register manually entered in the discount and claimed that 'something' each trade in event never rings in properly. I thanked them and went on my way.
@Elyse1384 As a teacher, I am guilty of this... I almost always call the mom. Not because I think her work is less important, it is just that I am more comfortable talking to another woman about her child instead of a man.
@wino0920 I don't ever explain my edits either.. I used to then just said meh WTF who cares. I also harass my husband when he's sick. He acts like he's dying and I make sure to text him during the day to make sure he's still alive and kicking :-) I think all of the children of the Kardashians are adorable, especially North. I can't stand Beyoncé anymore. She's taken on this air of being better than everyone else that's very off putting to me. I also don't think her daughter is pretty either. I feel for that little girl.... she looks just like her father. I hate pickles!
Here's a flame-worthy one (and I realize it makes me seem like a TOTAL asshole).
A small part of me wouldn't be upset if EM has to have a C-section. I know they're hard to recover from, I know a vaginal birth is FAR better for her. This is solely based on logistics only. It's very expensive for us to travel down there and stay while she is pregnant, but she wants me there for the birth and I want to honor that. As it stands, being there for the birth, coupled with ICPC, will have me living in an AirBNB for a month. A scheduled C-section just makes logistics a LOT easier.
I fully realize this is horrible, and I honestly don't WANT her to have to have a C-section. I just recognize the ease in logistics, should that happen.
@wino0920 I don't ever explain my edits either.. I used to then just said meh WTF who cares. I also harass my husband when he's sick. He acts like he's dying and I make sure to text him during the day to make sure he's still alive and kicking :-) I think all of the children of the Kardashians are adorable, especially North. I can't stand Beyoncé anymore. She's taken on this air of being better than everyone else that's very off putting to me. I also don't think her daughter is pretty either. I feel for that little girl.... she looks just like her father. I hate pickles!
I like how you threw in the real confession at the end! Pickles are the best, what is wrong with you?
I have something that is flame-worthy to confess. When I was pregnant with DD I totally lurked on my BMB and never posted or intro'd myself. I knew all about those ladies and their problems and I learned a lot about pregnancy and having kids but just somehow could never bring myself to join in. I feel kinda bad about it now. Sorry ladies that I lurked on! (This was 5 years ago.)
MC Sept 2010 BFP Oct 2011 - DD born July 2012 TTC again since July 2014 First IUI 9/26/16: BFP! EDD 6/19/2017 It's a girl!
Born 6/26/17, 9lb 5oz
Here's a flame-worthy one (and I realize it makes me seem like a TOTAL asshole).
A small part of me wouldn't be upset if EM has to have a C-section. I know they're hard to recover from, I know a vaginal birth is FAR better for her. This is solely based on logistics only. It's very expensive for us to travel down there and stay while she is pregnant, but she wants me there for the birth and I want to honor that. As it stands, being there for the birth, coupled with ICPC, will have me living in an AirBNB for a month. A scheduled C-section just makes logistics a LOT easier.
I fully realize this is horrible, and I honestly don't WANT her to have to have a C-section. I just recognize the ease in logistics, should that happen.
**hangs head in shame**
I love your honesty and totally get it. But yeah I would put on that fire suit, I'm thinking there are flames coming your way.
@Elyse1384 As a teacher, I am guilty of this... I almost always call the mom. Not because I think her work is less important, it is just that I am more comfortable talking to another woman about her child instead of a man.
I guess that is my FFFC?
I feel it is extremely common (for mom to get called). I just don't think it's fair (for either parent really). This is a daycare calling me so they're only calling to tell me to come get my child... Not to discuss the ins and outs of what's going on with him or her like you might be calling a parent for.
My husband has the flu and has been sleeping on the couch all week because he thinks I deserve to be more comfortable. I am secretly **loving** having the whole bed to myself! Sure I wish he was feeling better, but stretching out over the whole bed is amazing.
Here's a flame-worthy one (and I realize it makes me seem like a TOTAL asshole).
A small part of me wouldn't be upset if EM has to have a C-section. I know they're hard to recover from, I know a vaginal birth is FAR better for her. This is solely based on logistics only. It's very expensive for us to travel down there and stay while she is pregnant, but she wants me there for the birth and I want to honor that. As it stands, being there for the birth, coupled with ICPC, will have me living in an AirBNB for a month. A scheduled C-section just makes logistics a LOT easier.
I fully realize this is horrible, and I honestly don't WANT her to have to have a C-section. I just recognize the ease in logistics, should that happen.
**hangs head in shame**
I love your honesty and totally get it. But yeah I would put on that fire suit, I'm thinking there are flames coming your way.
That's fine. Like I said, I totally recognize it sounds asshole-ish. We all have asshole-ish thoughts, I just put it out there. In reality, my thoughts won't change the outcome of whether or not she'll need a C-section.
@krex, I think you're safe. We all love you and know logistically it would be easier, but it's not like you are coercing her to get one.
Oh GOD no! In fact, I hope she doesn't need one. I just recognize that it would be easier for me...but also know this really REALLY isn't about me at all.
@krex I don't think that is too terrible. I ended up having a c-section, and honestly felt relieved. This will probably be flamed, but I was WAYYYY more terrified of giving birth vaginally than being cut open.
@krex I don't think that is too terrible. I ended up having a c-section, and honestly felt relieved. This will probably be flamed, but I was WAYYYY more terrified of giving birth vaginally than being cut open.
I wouldn't flame you at all for that. Honestly, DH and I were talking (while we were undergoing IVF), and I told him that I'd rather do a scheduled C-section than a vaginal birth. I don't agree when the hospitals push unnecessary C-sections, but I have ZERO issues with a pregnant woman opting for them.
Nope! total pickle hater here. I just can't. I've tried on many occasions but just can't.. it's like a take a bite of one and it's the grossest texture.
My FFFC: I have lots of flame-worthy confessions but I don't want everyone on here to hate me so I keep them to myself. I would be willing to bet that I am not alone here, given the tameness of this board's confessions. Also, we have way too many food-related confessions. Why do any of us care what someone else does or does not like to eat??
Me: 36; DH: 38 DD: 7; DS1: 4; DS2 due 6-21-17! **TW** MMC & D&C Aug 2016
OK, I'll probably get flamed for this one, especially considering some of the posts already in this thread.
I majorly judge anyone who gets a non-medically necessary c-section. I can not comprehend how anyone can look at both options and choose a c-section over a vaginal birth. It blows my mind. I think non-medically necessary c-sections should not be allowed, and I think it's borderline unethical/malpractice for doctors to offer them.
OK, I'll probably get flamed for this one, especially considering some of the posts already in this thread.
I majorly judge anyone who gets a non-medically necessary c-section. I can not comprehend how anyone can look at both options and choose a c-section over a vaginal birth. It blows my mind. I think non-medically necessary c-sections should not be allowed, and I think it's borderline unethical/malpractice for doctors to offer them.
Ugh I'm gunna say this AND wayyyyy too many doctors seem trigger happy for c-sections these days. I would much rather push a child out of my vagina than raise my hand for major surgery. This is coming from someone with larger babies.
I have a fffc! I'm in direct sales. Yep. I said it. I'm not one of those super crazy people who message or call people. I only reach out to you if you reach out to me. And I only post on my personal page once or twice a week about it. It's usually a picture of me wearing something from the company. I made enough last year to cover Christmas for my kids and I only do parties online after they are in bed. So it works for me.
Mom to Madison- 5 and Lillian 2....and now surprise baby #3!
FFFC: we kind of suck at FFFC. None of this is flame-worthy.
Yeah our FFFC and UO threads make me a little sad at how agreeable we all are. I almost want to make something absurd up just to breathe a little life into us. I know we have major gif game ladies. Someone bat signal crusty so I can stop hitting snooze.
@Stankonia2014 I am craving a margarita. Speaking of drinks... I can not FOR THE LIFE OF ME remember how I got through the school year last pregnancy without alcohol.
I have a fffc! I'm in direct sales. Yep. I said it. I'm not one of those super crazy people who message or call people. I only reach out to you if you reach out to me. And I only post on my personal page once or twice a week about it. It's usually a picture of me wearing something from the company. I made enough last year to cover Christmas for my kids and I only do parties online after they are in bed. So it works for me.
I don't think there's anything wrong with direct sales as long as they're not a pyramid scheme (and not all of them are), the seller is not pushy, and the product is actually of a decent quality for the price. I like some of them. Mary Kay is 95% of what I use for cosmetics, and I love everything Pampered Chef. Others that don't deliver (here's looking at you It Works wraps and LuLaRoe), well, ...
Re: FFFC - 12/17 Edition
I guess that is my FFFC?
Here's a flame-worthy one (and I realize it makes me seem like a TOTAL asshole).
A small part of me wouldn't be upset if EM has to have a C-section. I know they're hard to recover from, I know a vaginal birth is FAR better for her. This is solely based on logistics only. It's very expensive for us to travel down there and stay while she is pregnant, but she wants me there for the birth and I want to honor that. As it stands, being there for the birth, coupled with ICPC, will have me living in an AirBNB for a month. A scheduled C-section just makes logistics a LOT easier.
I fully realize this is horrible, and I honestly don't WANT her to have to have a C-section. I just recognize the ease in logistics, should that happen.
**hangs head in shame**
@wearmi1, what do you mean, you hate pickles?! Like...ALL pickles?! All flavors?? What about pickled asparagus?!
My mom used to make pickled hard boiled eggs with pickled beet juice. To this day, I'm still horrified by this.
BFP Oct 2011 - DD born July 2012
TTC again since July 2014
First IUI 9/26/16: BFP!
EDD 6/19/2017
It's a girl!
Born 6/26/17, 9lb 5oz
Edit: Bump ate my post!
Sigh...round ONIONS...not olives.
Me: 36; DH: 38
DD: 7; DS1: 4; DS2 due 6-21-17!
**TW**
MMC & D&C Aug 2016
I majorly judge anyone who gets a non-medically necessary c-section. I can not comprehend how anyone can look at both options and choose a c-section over a vaginal birth. It blows my mind. I think non-medically necessary c-sections should not be allowed, and I think it's borderline unethical/malpractice for doctors to offer them.
Mom to Madison- 5 and Lillian 2....and now surprise baby #3!
She's like Bloody Mary, right? You say her name three times and spin in the mirror and she will appear?
God, I would kill for a Bloody Mary.
@lovesclimbing I've been side eyed IRL for it so I wasn't sure how it would go over.
Mom to Madison- 5 and Lillian 2....and now surprise baby #3!