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UPDATE: WOW. You all are amazing! So many fantastic recommendations! I added a few to my TBR but I picked up Murderbot Diaries on my way home from work. Excited to give this a read over the weekend and hopefully see it to the end!!

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I’m in the worst book slump ever. I feel like I’m too tired to read in the evenings. I’m working on my PhD in Biology and have a 21 month old toddler.

I need something that’s exciting from page 1 and relatively easy to read. My brain is overcrowded with new information constantly, so the world building needs to be pretty straight forward.

I like
Dystopian
Sci-fi
Fantasy
Mystery

Don’t like or not super into
Romantasy
Self help

Books I’ve read in the last 12 months that I liked:
Shady Halloween Mysteries by Juneau Black
Tita Rosie’s Kitchen Mysteries by Mia P. Manansala
The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon
Dungeon Crawler Carl (audiobook) by Matt Dinniman
Babel by RF Kuang
Blood over bright haven by ML Wang

Just to name a few.

Thank you 📚

I picked up my prescription yesterday!

I’m anxious to get started but nervous about the side effects. I have a toddler and I’m working on my PhD so just want to be prepared for how I can manage any of the upsets that are forthcoming.

I plan to do my first shot tonight as I’ve heard it helps with sleeping through some of the nausea and initial side effects.

What would you do differently if you could go back to the start of your journey? What would you make sure you have on hand? What do you know now that you wish you knew then?

I have electrolyte packs on hand for hydration
Gravol for nausea
Laxative for constipation
Pepto for diarrhea/stomach upset
Prenatal vitamin (as my daily vitamin because I was still taking them post partum lol)

I plan to have my usual breakfast tomorrow, two over easy eggs with cheese and a whole wheat flour tortilla but also add a protein shake since I’ve heard eating a lot of protein is important.

I’m 4’11”, fluctuating around 165-170lbs. Hoping to get down to 130lbs.

I’ve read a couple of other posts here on this topic, but I’d like some feedback on my specific and slightly different situation than what I have seen so far.

I have a 21 month old that comfort nurses, 2x per day and maybe overnight. He obviously eats solids including 3 meals a day+ 3 snacks.

My concern wouldn’t be about my supply or him not getting any nutrients, but rather the transfer of GLP1 through breastmilk. I’ve read that the molecules are too big to pass through milk so it shouldn’t be a concern.

I’m 34, 4ft 11in and linger around 165lbs. The most I’ve ever weighed. I’m active and work a high stress job. Prior to pregnancy I was about 145lbs. I’m really struggling with my body image and it’s taking a toll on my mental health. I feel I really need the boost to help me start to feel good about myself.

If you’ve taken GLP1 while breastfeeding, did you notice any changes in your baby? Did you struggle to lose weight on a GLP1 while nursing? I also worry my body is stubborn and doesn’t want to lose weight while still breastfeeding.

Thank you!

Located in London, ON. Specifically.
I bought an elephant ear plant back in August 2023 that has been thriving and I’m looking to add another big plant. Costco definitely has the best deals from what I remember!

Anyone know when they start to bring those in? I saw the U.S. Costcos have some Thai Constellations

I have a 20 month old in daycare. We have been at this daycare since he was 11 months and have LOVED it and all the staff….. except for ONE.

She’s the only staff member I ever actually hear yelling. She’s super abrasive and comes off as mean/rude (to maybe just me?).

When my son moved up to the toddler room, I knew he would be in the same classroom as her but I wanted to give it time so I didn’t just judge her off the bat. But as time as gone on, and he’s very recently been moved into her “group” I’m feeling more and more mama bear around her.

1. When picking up my son I can hear her yelling at the kids from down the hall. Usually something like “LIAM (made up name) NO!”. Now we definitely correct our son and also use “no” but we don’t raise our voice like that. We also redirect or explain why something isn’t safe etc.

2. My husband picked up our son one day and she was upset with our son because she had asked him to put something away and he wasn’t following directions because he wanted to see dad. My husband was encouraging him to help pick up but he said the daycare worker was talking in a really mean and bossy tone to our son that made him uncomfortable

3. She always has something to complain about. Literally none of his previous daycare teachers have commented on anything, but it seems she’s always got something I “should know” or make “note of”. All things that seem developmentally normal? Ie. upset that he had to share a toy. Tried to bite another kid ONCE but didn’t make contact. When I mention this to the other teachers in his room they are like “??? Don’t worry. He’s doing great, all normal for this age!”

4. I spent the morning with my son, so we did a late drop off. He was getting tired and hungry so he didn’t really want to be left at daycare. I get it. I was holding him and talking to him, not even 2 min with the daycare worker and she goes “LIAM (pretend name) your FINE”. I ignored her, my son starts whining, I start telling him I love him and I’ll see him soon. In the middle of that, the daycare worker gets closer to me to take him from my arms and says “you need to just put him down and leave. The longer you stay the more complicated you’re going to MY day”

Uh. Okay. Yes, I realize that. That’s why I just want to tell my son I love him and I’ll see him soon. Then I’ll put him down wave and say bye while I walk away. But I didn’t say that… I just started to feel my stomach turn and could feel I was get frustrated.

Am I overthinking this and overreacting out just sheer mama bear instinct or is she maybe too abrasive? I would say I gentle parent but also set hard limits. So maybe just her “style” doesn’t vibe with mine?

Ugh. Sorry for the rant/vent.

I’ve got some extra fun money and have started building up a plant collection.

So, where is YOUR favourite place to get plants? House plants preferably but maybe outdoor plants to keep in mind for next year.

I’ve been to…

Heemans - great selection, decent prices, love the organization, friendly staff, fresh strawberries are an added bonus!

Succulent Shed Co. (Technically in St. Thomas but it’s close enough) - owners are super friendly and knowledgeable, nice selection for both indoor and outdoor plants.

Home Depot - they have some nice random semi-rare plants on occasion! I like the south location more than the north.

I’m on my way to Parkway Garden Center this morning and plan to visit Van Luyk Greenhouses sometime soon.

It finally happened… my iPhone 12 Pro Max has shattered. It’s taken a few falls, but today’s finally shattered the back glass. It’s currently being held in place by my protective case lol

I had ZERO plans to upgrade anytime soon! I felt like my 12 pro max was serving me just fine. My battery health is at 76%. That’s probably my biggest complaint?

Considering I’m not someone who upgrades phones often, and I would keep my next phone for just as long… should I pay to have the glass screen fixed and wait for the 18 or just go get the 17 this weekend?

We just moved in between Murray Park and Euston Park. We signed up for Oxio cable internet, only to find out the cable isn’t actually connected outside.

It would appear our house is set up for DSL. Given how long it can take to get a tech out with Oxio, if we have to get a tech out we would rather get them out to set up fibre optic to our home….

So providers? If we go the DSL route, providers?

Thanks!

I realize each location is franchised so maybe I should be specific and say this is for the Hyde Park Rd. location.

I purchased a kitchen appliance for $100+HST on Thursday. I went to use it that same day, and it isn’t working. It powered on, worked for about 10 seconds and then the power button just stayed flashing (coffee grinder).

I’ve looked over the manual, unplugged and plugged back in… nothing.

It wasn’t until after I mentioned it to a coworker that I was informed that their return policy is super strict.

Is there a chance I’ll get my money back, or am I sol?