Could not agree more, 3 years old is ROUGH... we also have the hatch light so my daughter atleast is well aware of when it is time to wake and when its not. Honestly we got pretty desperate over here.. whoever sleeps through the whole night gets a shot of whip cream in the morning. Its pretty rough when your siblings get the whip cream and you don't. Lots of praise when the whip cream was successfully achieved!!! -- just a mom surviving lol

A good ole park/backyard situation always works with a bounce house and another activity like face paint or some type of animal thing. For animals look into Tiny tails. Silly sparkles is also good for kids entertainment (magician etc).

If your kids into super hero’s simply having his fav super hero come and they do games etc. We did that and bounce house and was super easy!!

Look into the book/website “it starts with the egg”. I had a friend follow that, and she swore by this prenatal:

https://birdandbe.com/products/power-prenatal-vitamins-for-females

@hot_mess_express I love this point of view. Someone once told me the same thing - just because I am working now doesn't mean I will be working when they are in middle school or older when they might even need me MORE!

Thank you EVERYONE!! This is such great advice, and also gave me lots of ideas (for example outsourcing my household tasks) - hadn't thought of that one!! @WorkingMamaReset - LOVE this super helpful thank you!!!

Hi! Looking for advice and experience of people who have gone through similar situation. I have been working since my kids were born, and my oldest is 8 now. I am having trouble finding the balance and motivation to continue working this high stress (tech start up) job, and miss out on my kids younger ages.

Anyone have experience giving up their high paying careers for either part time or staying home?

Scared of the adjustment financially and not having any career at all.

We love magnesium oil every night we rub on the bottom of their feet and down their spine. This is a great non toxic brand we love: https://www.rowecasaorganics.com/products/magnesium-cream-4-oz?_pos=1&_sid=916153fc9&_ss=r&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAst67BhCEARIsAKKdWOnZhaR2zMNDFtnpzWqr684nb2KAzej2XthNXlF90QIksFF0JSFGcOQaAoXeEALw_wcB

We had a GREAT experience with "strong little sleepers". If you want something more like tactics setting you up for success, look into "taking care of babies". How old is your kid, that will help determine which is best for you!

I did not hold my son back and he is May, looking back I wish I would have!! Not only for sports since everyone in Texas holds them back, but also just for emotional maturity which I feel like boys already lack/ are delayed with!

We saw amazing positive outcomes from cutting down on alcohol in 2024!! We did a lot of mocktails, and we also dabbled in hybrid weed gummies for any social events. A brand I really loved was the "social" and "balance" gummies from the "camino" brand. You can actually get them shipped to your house since they are made with "hemp". No hangover and zero anxiety with them - highly recommend.

I used to be TERRIBLE at eating weed gummies or smoking anything. I found that have a mix of CBD/THC works best.

Website here: https://shopkivaconfections.com/collections/frontpage/products/camino-sparkling-pear-social-gummies

We had a doctor tell us that the stomach bug can last up to 14 days!!! AWFUL!!! Also activated charcoal has saved us too!! Even if they feel better hold off on real food...even though with the younger ones it's so hard to tell them they can't eat!

Help! I know this behavior is “normal and curious” but would love help on how to navigate and talk sternly about the subject and actions. My 7 year old son and his girl cousin were touching each others privates. We have had this talk about privates are for no one else but himself, mom/dad and doctors. We also talked to him about how it is NEVER okay to do that. I’m torn between punishing him, because I’m freaked out / having a conversation and navigating it in a productive way. Would love advice!

Biggest advice would be talk about it ahead of time with PLENTY of time for them to process it. Don't surprise them, even if they get a bit more anxiety leading up to it that is better than a surprise or false explanation of what is about to happen. A few tips someone gave me below:

1. Stay Positive: Frame the procedure as something that will help them feel better, like "a special fix for their throat."
2. Role-Play: Pretend play can help reduce fear—be the doctor and explain the steps with toys. Read books about it.
3. During Recovery Offer Choices: Let them pick what soft foods or movies they want. This gives them a sense of control.
4. Sticker Chart for Drinks: Incentivize drinking water with stickers or small rewards.
5. Cold Magic: Use frozen treats like slushies or ice pops to ease throat pain. Avoid citrus or scratchy textures.

All of that to say, expect more clinginess and mood swings. The medications and discomfort can make them irritable. Stay patient and offer reassurance. Good luck mama!!!

Last but not least -- i recommend a THC drink at night (Happi or Giggli) brands you can order off their website. Rather than a glass of wine since you will be up at all hours of the night. These drinks will just take the edge off for you :).

Love the beauty way products! All non toxic and smell great- www.thebeautywayco.com

Saw all the new research about immediately toss all the black plastic cookware utensils!! What is everyone purchasing instead?!

For those who can’t afford to keep treating the entire household… my pediatrician said to coat their hair with cetaphil and it suffocates the bugs .

We just got the dreaded lice email from school. Freaking out. What do I need to know/do?? Helppppppp

Saw this and thought I would share! We have X Trema and love it!