Gosh I feel like I could have written this, this was me 2 years ago. We were desperate. My husband actually said I am going to write in a journal that you were the WORST 3/4 year old ever. It's exhausting!! I swear we didn't sleep for 2 years either. We actually worked with a parenting coach who's an expert on here (@SustainableMama ) mostly because I felt like we kept trying different things and approaching the situation differently, and then I would approach it one way, and my husband the next way. The parenting coach was able to give us a strategy that we BOTH committed to, and we were able to stay consistent with our punishments, strategy etc. Our girl is now 5, and although it has gotten better she's still my more emotional one.

No sure if you are religious, but I pray for specifics and her on a daily basis as well as for patience for me. It's interesting to watch, over the past 2 years although she is my most difficult she is the one closest to god and has the strongest faith out of all my kids. All this to say it's hard mama and you are doing a great job!!

I've tried Nuuly and rent the run way... my problem is I don't return the clothes in time and then just get charged every month for the same clothes. KNOW your personality before you sign up and if you will stay on top of the clothes!! I liked Nuuly better, but I would say definitely have to sort by "new items" because I got a lot of items that were worn when I got them.

I think it really depends on the kids personality. We have done the gentle, but also throw you under the water lessons starting at 2, and every year on after until 4. We've also done the ISR with our youngest, mostly because my in-laws have a pool and she is by far the craziest and thought she could swim. I would HIGHLY recommend ISR if you are swimming often, or have a pool of your own, If your kid is shy around the water and you don't swim much you may be able to get away with other lessons. I would stay away from Emler and that type - they will NEVER learn and it will just be a waste of time.

Here for the answers… now that I think of it I think I’m legit addicted. Like I get a hit of dopamine. HELP

My husband to this day says the best gift he’s ever recieved is his big Stanley cup!! He LOL at first but now can’t live without it!!!

I do feel like my invites definitely got less from the friends that only had 1-2 kids when I have 3. That being said, I have many friends that have 4 kids and still get invited places. Do you feel that it’s maybe a certain group of friends that act this way and that’s just their personality?

If so, maybe stick to inviting the arms wide opening family friendly families that welcome the extra chaos :))

I have tried alllll the non toxic deodorants and can give all the feedback :). Salt and stone is good, but by far my all time favorite is primary pure deodorant and its cleaner than Salt and Stone. Their scent "blue tansy" is the most popular, but if you like essential oil smells I love the Bergamot + Eucalyptus!

For the Salt and Stone brand, I've tried the Santal and Vetiver and sandalwood scent - both smell great! After while I found that they didn't work as well, and it left me feeling sticky. With Primary pure even with a really hard workout it never fails me!!

We spend a lot of time at splashpads...we use this list to find new ones all over Austin.

https://www.austintexas.gov/pools-splashpads

Every store I go into these days it seems like you can't find a dress under $300, besides Target!! Which don't get me wrong, I love me some Target but trying to branch out a bit. Are there any other brands that I am missing out on that won't break the bank for one dress, but are still good quality and will last??

Once I started eating healthier and eliminated process foods and added sugar, the most simple "sweet" treats were satisfying. Banana with almond butter tasted so sweet and delicious! I also freeze cool whip (the regular kind or the coconut dairy free kind) and eat that with a spoon - it seriously taste like ice cream and is so delicious!!!

Honestly I have not found a good protein bar I love! I have found some good protein snack options though that I really like.

Aldi's nacho cheese protein puffs taste pretty good and also are low calorie. Other things I like for on the go snacks, beef jerky (clean grass fed brands), WILDE and Quest both have good protein chip options and OFF THE FARM brand protein bars are pretty decent and yummy.

Other snacks I like to carry in my purse as options:

• Roasted Edamame (the ONLY BEAN - ranch flavor is delicious)
  -wasabi peas
  -Old fashion make your own trail mix!

Here for the follow! Would love any and all advice!

I’ve been going to alite laser for years, but just started going to refine aesthetics. She’s great and personally recommended by a few. I also saw they sponsored something where if you mention MOMBRAIN you get a discount or $50 off or something?!

BTW it’s life changing you’ll never go back to shaving or waxing!!!!

I would love more info and the link to the Google doc!

Remind yourself that you are in it for the long game of being healthy overtime, not dropping 10lbs in 2 months. Realistically, you’ll need to hang in there over many months (years!) to see your body continue to change positively. The best part is eventually it truly does become a way of life and you won’t feel stuck anymore. Diet and alcohol probably the most important. As others have said you need to make sure you are getting enough protein!!

Hi!

I am wondering how does everyone decide on a pediatrician?! Questions to ask?!

I am in central Austin, and looking to make a switch to a new pediatrician!

We sold our snoo - there’s a snoo/buy/sell trade & the big snoo buy sell chat group on facebook you should list it there! I would also put it on regular fb marketplace.

I don’t know how type A you are but I did a lot of researching on this website!!!

https://mattressunderground.com/

The reviews are all over the place on the Casper so I really think it’s all about how you sleep and what position. If you are tummy or side - you def want a bit firmer. I am a stomach sleeper and went with a firmer mattress

Hi! Looking for recommendations on great vacation spots. Family friendly, as our kids are 3, 6 and 8. We were looking into Bahamas, Mexico, but open to anywhere. Looking to go in July timeframe. Not looking for 30A or Destin, done that and feel that its too crowded these days.

Would love recs on places, hotels etc.