Posts by superspatula

i would look into the idea of barefoot shoes as well.  the natural gait is supposed to strengthen those muscles.  I dont have any personal experience in any of it but it may do some good to google about barefoot walking/running.

We've had a similar problem although not so extreme.  But my mom actually lives with us so i was always especially worried about it.  but now that my oldest is 6 he already says things like, "grandma is being crazy...

my mom actually moved in with us when i got pregnant so she could watch the baby while i was at work and yes it can be trying but its just such a great situation for all involved.  honestly i hope i can work out a shared living...

I spend most of my day in front of a screen.  at least i remember what it was like "before". i'd like my kids to remember that too.   when they end up struggling with the same internet addiction we all have to some...

OP i just want to say that i am with you!  i found this thread because i searched "snacks" and find constant snacking ridiculous.  It never bothered me until my kids were old enough to constantly have to deal with group...

It seems snacks create these same problems everywhere.  Get rid of the snacks!  Our precious pear puffs can do without them.

netflix!

take your chances with option one.  if worst comes to worst you could stop paying rent, wait til you get evicted and live in a tent.  sounds better than option two to me!  

I always try to think about things like this like if it was my grown up kid and they had kids would I want them to do it.  if so then do it.  you cant deprive yourself the kind of life you want them to have for them. ...

i dont want to be this family but i wish i knew people like this family. everyone i know is normal :(