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A very close friend is persistent I need nice silverware please help as she will judge - send all the recommendations!

The flies are OUT of control around our house and in the house...fruit flies are also terrible!! Our garbage is around the side of our house and they are swarming the garbage cans, but they slowly make their way inside. Does anyone have any tips/tricks to get rid of these things???

Does anyone else get anxiety with summer and all the camp schedules? I feel like the mental load of the different camps each week, different drop offs and pick up times is so overwhelming. On top of that I work full time so managing my work schedule with all of that just makes me want to skip over summer. It makes me feel sad because I truly used to love summer as a kid and don't want to dread it!

I have waited too long and I need to get my kids passports in less than 6 weeks. Do I still need to expedite it, and if so where do I start and are there any recommendations of places to go in Austin?

All the tips would be greatly appreciated!

Ok I am 36 years old and curious about mammograms. I hear so many horror stories about young women with breast cancer and it blows my mind insurance won’t cover it until 40. Any advice on if you’ve gotten one covered and are under 40 with no symptoms? Or just advice on this subject in general?

I have a 15 month old baby who loves water. I would love to get her into swim lessons but don’t want it to be a waste of time doing the classes since she already has no problem with water in her face or even me dunking her in water. I’ve heard a lot about those survival classes. I’d love to hear the good and the bad for any class/place! Thank you in advance!

Hoping to lose 10lb before summer!! Aka.. two months. What’s the best way to get in shape quickly and naturally without weight loss meds?! I tried a juice cleanse but I don’t have that in me anymore! Too many kids to keep up with and need to eat 🤪

Our 4yr old son was recently diagnosed with autism. We are processing and we know it will be okay and fine etc but it's a lot of "now what"....what are next steps? We feel paralyzed

We were quoted $2500 for my 4 year old to get some cavities filled with conscious sedation. (Don’t judge we literally are great brushers). Any way I took his radiographs to two other dentists just to confirm the diagnosis and they both agreed with the proposed plan from the pediatric dentist. So we are 100% going to treat, but I’m now motivated to price shop if that’s even a thing. Willing to drive across the state (we are in ATX). We have FSA funds to cover the $2500 but don’t want to drain that as we have other health expenses too. Any ideas??

My 10 year old son is extremely rude. Help please!

Can anyone share positive experiences going off of Zoloft positively affecting your libido? Weaning off and would love some encouragement!

Hi, I guess I’m officially old bc I’m excited to order a long sleeved rash guard for the summer. Any links or places I should look? Does a chic rash guard exist? Thanks!

Ready to give it a whirl and things have changed since rent the runway in college. What’s your favorite??

We've got a happy surprise coming in September and are VERY FAR removed from the baby phase (our youngest is 7.5). What are the new must have gadgets (Snoo? Doona?), best new formula/feeding supplies on the market and other things I should know about as we prepare for this new chapter?

I have vaccinated my 6 year old fully and delayed vaccinating my 1 year old. I honestly would like to hear both sides, what makes you pro vax or what makes you anti vax?

I would like to see both sides to make the decision i find best for me and my child. Thank you!

We have enjoyed House of Cards, Succession, Yellowstone (early seasons), Quarterbacks, Ted Lasso

Stay at home mom to a few littles and love an escape when I can throughout the day when I’ve got some free time. What are the best podcasts to listen to?

My daughter is always finding the jets in the pool and pleasuring herself. She also does this in our jetted tub, which I don’t mind as much because it’s in private. She’ll do it in the pool even when we have guests over at times. She’s 8. I haven’t said anything yet in hopes she’ll get over it, but unsure if that’s the right approach. A friend with son told me he did the same in the pool until his early teens. I don’t want to shame these natural sexual feelings or shut something down for her that’s okay for boys. Should I comment? If so, how?

Where are we buying a good pair of high waisted workout/athleisure shorts that are not basically underwear?? I’m a taller gal and I love my denim shorts from Abercrombie (Dad shorts) but can’t seem to find something I love that’s a more casual style or working out that is a longer inseam (4ish inches maybe?) and not bike shorts. Also don’t want to spend a fortune on something my kids will smear yogurt or popsicles on within the first 5 mins of wearing.

Has anyone found a digital calendar for the family that works? I keep seeing ads for the skylight but wasn’t sure if anyone has it and can provide feedback on it or any others they’ve tried.