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Give the good, the bad, and the ugly on Ozempic? I’m really tempted to start but nervous. I have about 20ish lbs to lose to feel comfortable again

I keep waking up to huge dog dumps in my front yard at our new house. I have a camera so I know it is one our new neighbor’s dog who I haven’t met yet. I’m talking about a big dog here…front and center in the front yard.

Is this a declaration of war and how should I approach this matter?

FYI I love dogs, grew up with them, had a crazy border collie that ran wild and terrorized neighbors houses, etc. That was in the 90s though. How do yall handle this?

What are the best ways to motivate a teenager to care about their academics? He cares very much about sports, but could care less about academics. He’s very smart and if he just cared he would get the grades!! Is there any tips and tricks here?!

My son who is 15 (freshman in high school) is starting to prioritize friends over family, and spending all his free time with friends. I am mourning the relationship and strong bond that we’ve had forever! He’s even not wanting to give hugs anymore ! What can I do to maintain our bond, and also is this normal?!

Anyone have any marriage counselors in the Austin area they love? We aren’t having any major issues, just trying to grow our relationship more after being together a long time.

Truthfully, I have next to no energy for anything except enjoying my hubs and kids and feel like they are wonderful friends, partners in crime, and this family-centric chapter is exactly what I want to be doing. But. That part of me who has always been a little insecure about making and keeping friends is having a hard time. We didn't know anyone when we moved here and have a few friends, but mostly just ancillary acquaintances. I definitely try, but it is hard to make friends in this chapter and hard to keep up with the "maintenance" to foster those friendships into something deeper with kids and life. Sometimes, I see other people with much tighter friend/mom/couple groups (especially doing things together with their fam) or find myself not invited to gatherings within our circle and feel left out. I also know as the kids get bigger, a lot of our friendships may be dictated by what they like, which families they want to hang out with, and who is in their class, etc., but I still can't shake the feeling. Anyone have thoughts?

Hey y’all!! Gearing up to have our 3rd! I’ve always delivered at Women’s in houston. First experience was fab but postpartum nurses the 2nd time were not quite as experienced feeling. Anyone delivered here recently and had good or bad experiences? Thank you!!

Hey! Does anyone else’s child have night terrors when over tired?!? Or intense and alarming fever dreams?!? Do I need to talk to our pediatrician?!? He describes weird things ab his eyes and distorted vision when we discuss the next morning.

Does anyone have an Aquasauna under the sink water filter? And if so, what faucet did you buy to go with it?! Having the hardest time finding one that works with it. TY!

My 2 year old has to get a tooth extraction soon. Anyone have any experience with this or ideas on how to talk/ prepare them for this procedure?
Much appreciated!!

I've never really known what normal protocol looks like. Occasionally I have ordered a pizza or something, but does anyone have a standard practice on this?

I think that there’s so much going on around, so I love to listen to podcasts that can make me laugh or listen to easy to hear stories.

What’s your favorite?

What’s your go-to, quick, easy and yummy dinner?

I've been a stay at home mom for the past 6+ years, married for 10 and always relied on my husbands job. I want to start making my own money, saving for trips, bathroom remodel, nice jewelry etc. Where can I find a job that allows me to juggle the house work (laundry, meals, cleaning, drop off, pick up, after school classes etc) and actually make some money? IS THIS A UNICORN I'M LOOKING FOR?

What questions did you wish you’d asked your OB at your postpartum 6 week follow up appointment?

Just found out I’m pregnant with a third and trying not to freak about being outnumbered. This is definitely a surprise my husband and I weren’t expecting. We have a five year old and three year old. Please share all your tips, tricks and anything you would do preparing for a third!

I know this is kid specific BUT generally speaking, how do you know when/how much to push/motivate your child? One of my kids doesn’t really seem interested in much. Extra curriculars, school work etc I just want them to be interested in something, anything at this point. Not depressed. Would rather just hang out.

Doing a Spring refresh! Any hidden gems or favorite places to shop for outdoor rugs, furniture, planters etc??

Moms with ADHD kids but aren't ready to medicate. What are you doing to support your child? She needs a boost and I don't want her confidence to be effected but I want to try and support her in other areas before jumping to medication.

I don't necessarily want an "upgrade" per se, as mine is/was perfect for me at the time. I love it so much and don't really want to get rid of it, but it does feel very youthful and reflective of the time that we got engaged. I've been non-stop thinking of a more mature and classic style but I don't want to offend my husband by making him think I don't love what he gifted me all those years ago. Has anyone done this and can share their experience?