If my partner is carrying the child, would you see me as the mom too?

If my partner is carrying the child, would you see me as the mom too?
by

1 Answer

Answer :

Your friend’s being a dick. Of course you’re the baby’s mom too.
by

Related questions

When do you find time to be intimate with your partner after the birth of your child?

Description : When do you find time to be intimate with your partner after the birth of your child?

Last Answer : Where does she take her naps?

How young do you think a child could go without their mom for two weeks?

Description : How young do you think a child could go without their mom for two weeks?

Last Answer : I think three is a fine age. It will be a good experience for her. She will miss you, but she will be learning that mommies have a life too.

In December, my fiance wants me to be a stay-at-home-mom any advice or anything I should be aware of?

Description : In December, my fiance wants me to be a stay-at-home-mom any advice or anything I should be aware of?

Last Answer : The most important question you should be asking yourself is do you want to be a stay-at-home mom?

So, what are your thoughts on the "Mom of the year," in Baltimore?

Description : So, what are your thoughts on the "Mom of the year," in Baltimore?

Last Answer : Just saying, that kind of punishment didn’t prevent her offspring from trying to pillage the village.

Teen Mom' caused teen pregnancy rates to go DOWN?

Description : Teen Mom' caused teen pregnancy rates to go DOWN?

Last Answer : I agree with you. I watched once and I thought it would convince a teen NOT to get pregnant. I guess I was right.

My mom creeps out little kids -- including my daughter. How do I deal?

Description : My mom creeps out little kids -- including my daughter. How do I deal?

Last Answer : Let someone else tell her. Counseling perhaps? Maybe the 3 of you?

Is my mom wrong for reacting like this?

Description : Is my mom wrong for reacting like this?

Last Answer : answer:Welcome to Fluther. Your reaction to the missing key was focused on the cost of a replacement and the inconvenience to do so, both of which are, obviously, pretty minor things to worry about ... s control every minute yesterday when it was out of your control - how trustworthy your friend is.

What to do about my mom and dad?

Description : What to do about my mom and dad?

Last Answer : answer:Does your mother have mental health issues? Is she stressed out from work? Perhaps start by talking to your father, and tell him how stressful the arguments are for you. Perhaps you need family counseling. I’m sorry you’re going though this.

What do you think should be the punishment for the "Hot Sauce Mom" who poured hot sauce in her 7 year old son's mouth and put him in a cold shower?

Description : What do you think should be the punishment for the "Hot Sauce Mom" who poured hot sauce in her 7 year old son's mouth and put him in a cold shower?

Last Answer : Someone larger, stronger, and in a position of authority over her should pour hot sauce into her mouth and scream in her face while she’s in a cold shower. Poetic justice.

Is it bad that my mom still pays my cell phone bill?

Description : Is it bad that my mom still pays my cell phone bill?

Last Answer : I’d feel like less of an adult if my mother paid any of my bills by the time I had a job, house, or car. Tell her to stop paying your celphone bill, both of you download Skype, and talk for free.

What do you, as a parent, do differently because of what you lacked as a child? (See details)

Description : What do you, as a parent, do differently because of what you lacked as a child? (See details)

Last Answer : answer:- I'm not going to abandon my kids. - Honest communication is encouraged and common in my house. - The question, why? is very common in my house. - It's (practically) a tv-free environment. ... something we're working on, but I don't think my kids will be that much better off than I was.

How do I avoid medication for depression or therapy that may be used against me to take my child away?

Description : How do I avoid medication for depression or therapy that may be used against me to take my child away?

Last Answer : Could the therapy be held against you if it was caused by abuse? What if you approached it as family therapy? Both you and your son? You are both victims in this and I would think that ... therapy would be both good for you and an example of good parenting after the traumatic experience of abuse.

Is my daughter too strict with this or just plain smart?

Description : Is my daughter too strict with this or just plain smart?

Last Answer : Seriously? Please tell us that you are making this up.

Driving from N. Carolina to Disney World - is turning around the car because the kids are misbehaving and going home good parenting, or going too far?

Description : Driving from N. Carolina to Disney World - is turning around the car because the kids are misbehaving and going home good parenting, or going too far?

Last Answer : Whoops, forgot to post the follow-up on the same site: Me, my wife, and my 2 kids were driving to Disney World. After almost 12 hours, the kids started to fight. Angry, I shouted to them ... realize that I've wasted hotel fare, DisneyWorld fees, Gas, and clothing. All of it is nonrefundable. FML.

How old is too old for my son to be naked on a beach?

Description : How old is too old for my son to be naked on a beach?

Last Answer : What country are you in? If you’re in the US, he should have a diaper if he’s not potty trained. If he is potty trained, he’s too old. Keep the running naked for the sprinkler in the backyard.

Have any of you ever had too much of a sheltered life?

Description : Have any of you ever had too much of a sheltered life?

Last Answer : Yeah. For a little while I was pretty sheltered. It effected things like how I socialize with people, it made me pretty insecure, it also is the reason why I hate leaving people in the house alone or being alone for ... to deal with it and now that I'm out of the house I'm a lot better than I was.

Why do we call sending a child to his/her room as "grounded" ?

Description : Why do we call sending a child to his/her room as "grounded" ?

Last Answer : It was originally a piloting term that got borrowed by parents. When pilots aren't allowed to fly for some reason-including bad behavior-they are said to be grounded (since they are stuck on the ... want, the term got applied in that context as well (originally as slang, but then it stuck).

As a child, when you were crying, did your parents ever threaten you with violence to make you stop?

Description : As a child, when you were crying, did your parents ever threaten you with violence to make you stop?

Last Answer : No. That sort of threat was usually reserved for inappropriate mirth.

If a mother is told to cut the cord from her adult disabled child then what? Should she abandon her adult son or still help out?

Description : If a mother is told to cut the cord from her adult disabled child then what? Should she abandon her adult son or still help out?

Last Answer : She could say “mind your business. ”

When you were a child, did you have any favourite family rituals?

Description : When you were a child, did you have any favourite family rituals?

Last Answer : answer:Every Thanksgiving at my grandparents, we would all gather in the basement after the meal and have dessert. We'd set up their slide projector and all look at old family photos while eating ... looking for more daily family rituals/parenting stuff. I guess I have my grandmother on my mind.

If a child did something deliberately awful to you, and the parents were light or even skipped punishment, what would you do?

Description : If a child did something deliberately awful to you, and the parents were light or even skipped punishment, what would you do?

Last Answer : answer:First of all, big difference between the two scenarios. If the kid broke or stole something, the parents don't get to shrug it off, they have to pay to fix or replace it ... things right the parents would need to apologize and also demonstrate that the child was appropriately disciplined.

Do you ever let your child win?

Description : Do you ever let your child win?

Last Answer : Probably not by twelve but at three and four, yes.

Parenting: What is the best way for a young child to handle bullying?

Description : Parenting: What is the best way for a young child to handle bullying?

Last Answer : answer:I think it was handled just fine. My daughter was being bullied in first grade regularly. As we taught her, she asked the boy to stop politely, two or three times. No joy. Then she told ... in the eye. Scared the shit out of him. Never happened again. Sometimes, polite words aren't enough.

For parents of college aged students, what rules/expectations do you hold for your child when he/she is home for summer?

Description : For parents of college aged students, what rules/expectations do you hold for your child when he/she is home for summer?

Last Answer : You might want to pull back and realize the student has been on their own for a while. They probably like being their own boss, I know I did. Treat them like adults and have a discussion of what you both want. If you both are adults about the situation it’ll go much better.

Does Alicia Silverstone's method of feeding her son border on child abuse?

Description : Does Alicia Silverstone's method of feeding her son border on child abuse?

Last Answer : No. On the contrary, it is great for bonding and immune system training.

If the new and enlightened method of child rearing is so successful and superior to the older ways, why is bullying and intolerance apparently increasing?

Description : If the new and enlightened method of child rearing is so successful and superior to the older ways, why is bullying and intolerance apparently increasing?

Last Answer : I don’t think there actually is more bullying and vandalism going on today, it’s just that we are much more aware of it. There was plenty of it going on when I was in school, I know that.

Why do child abusers often single out one child in a multi-child household?

Description : Why do child abusers often single out one child in a multi-child household?

Last Answer : It is common for groups of people (families, villages) to pick a scape goat and blame them for all of the group’s ills.

What methods have worked for you to get your child to stop talking back?

Description : What methods have worked for you to get your child to stop talking back?

Last Answer : I totally ignore him, or give a reasonable answer, and go on as if he wasn’t talking back.

Is it illegal to kick a 15 year old dependant child out of the family home in Australia?

Description : Is it illegal to kick a 15 year old dependant child out of the family home in Australia?

Last Answer : answer:I suggest you call “child protective services” or call the police of the area where he is. Does he have a school or relative he can call? Perhaps have him call 000, the emergency number in Australia and ask for protection.

How would you react if you found out a child of yours had been one of the rioters/looters in the UK?

Description : How would you react if you found out a child of yours had been one of the rioters/looters in the UK?

Last Answer : A child of mine would never be involved in such deviltry. The young folks doing this are a bunch of h ip-hop pot-heads.

In your opinion, when does spanking or corporal punishment of a child become abuse?

Description : In your opinion, when does spanking or corporal punishment of a child become abuse?

Last Answer : I don't like it at all, but I guess for me it is abusive when it is inflicting lasting pain, or intense pain at the time it happens. I think any corporal punishment outside of an open hand is ... of mine hit her daughters hand probably 5 times a day every day so she would stop reachng for things.

What is your definition of spanking a child?

Description : What is your definition of spanking a child?

Last Answer : Spanked, to me, means hitting on the bottom. Though, I do remember being ‘whooped’ with a belt over my jeans, and being hit by a hand.

Is living in a house for no charge,instead of getting cash for child support a good idea? Or even legal? Or have I messed up my kid's life?

Description : Is living in a house for no charge,instead of getting cash for child support a good idea? Or even legal? Or have I messed up my kid's life?

Last Answer : answer:So move out and take child support instead. Your exhusband sounds very controlling, and as long as you are financially dependent he can control you. Don't get me wrong, I know he should take ... was attracted to and married a whore? Just awful his temper. Sounds like a bunch of mach bullshit.

Were you abused as a child by your parent or caregiver?

Description : Were you abused as a child by your parent or caregiver?

Last Answer : answer:If you have not yet done so, I urge you to get counseling for dealing with the abuse. It is really the only way to heal. I can strongly recommend the book The Courage to Heal.

If you could ensure that your child could be born heterosexual, would you take that step?

Description : If you could ensure that your child could be born heterosexual, would you take that step?

Last Answer : I’m not so sure any more what will make a person happiest so I wouldn’t presume to dictate sexual orientation for my children. In the past I might have said yes, but now I would rather work toward a world in which all gender identities are accepted.

Potentially testifying in a child abuse case but afraid for my personal safety, what to do?

Description : Potentially testifying in a child abuse case but afraid for my personal safety, what to do?

Last Answer : Do they need you to testify? If they have independent evidence of what was going on, I wouldn’t see how your testimony would accomplish anything additional.

Who should I go if I fear a child is being hurt by their parent?

Description : Who should I go if I fear a child is being hurt by their parent?

Last Answer : Dude, you’ve got to call! You will regret it if you don’t. They will probably be able to figure out what is going on.

What smart-aleck remark (as a child, to your folks) got you your worst punishment, ever?

Description : What smart-aleck remark (as a child, to your folks) got you your worst punishment, ever?

Last Answer : My dad told me once what a rotten kid I was. I said “well you raised me.” He was pissed!

Why would anyone say such a thing? (See details)

Description : Why would anyone say such a thing? (See details)

Last Answer : Maybe your son does know the person.

What damage to your self occurs when you see a parent as a BFF?

Description : What damage to your self occurs when you see a parent as a BFF?

Last Answer : If your parent is helpful to you but not too controlling, then it’s beneficial. Hopefully she offers guidance to you as you make your way through life.

Do you think a parent should be able to shut off their kids' cell phones remotely? (see details)

Description : Do you think a parent should be able to shut off their kids' cell phones remotely? (see details)

Last Answer : answer:If your child is allowing you to pay for their phone, and you have the option of shutting the phone down if they don’t respond to your inquiries, then you should feel free to do so. A child using a phone that you are paying for is a dependent, and subject to your rules.

Old Merida or new Merida (see inside for details)

Description : Old Merida or new Merida (see inside for details)

Last Answer : I honestly can’t see much of a difference and I don’t think Disney’s target audience will either (unless, of course, their parents make a big fuss out of it). And I wholeheartedly agree with the comment you quoted!

What's your take on how children are raised based on the ages of their parents? See details.

Description : What's your take on how children are raised based on the ages of their parents? See details.

Last Answer : answer:@JilltheTooth - The details you provided are perfect to start a discussion. It's dangerous turf, so we all need to keep in mind there are plenty of opinions which are not necessarily true or false ... http://how-old-is-too-old.blogspot.com/2009/01/for-now-prospective-parents-might-want.html

Can some jellies help me unravel this parenting puzzle?

Description : Can some jellies help me unravel this parenting puzzle?

Last Answer : answer:Ask her leading questions and comply with her answers. Find her a surrogate parent with whom she can talk (and listen). Go to Lourdes.

Will you help me figure out an appropriate punishment for my son's wrongdoing?

Description : Will you help me figure out an appropriate punishment for my son's wrongdoing?

Last Answer : I think selling some(or all, you know what he has more than we do) of his toys is an appropriate punishment. Ice cream, ehh He might get it but unless he's really obsessed with ice cream, he won't ... toys though Oh man. When I was his age I'd be devastated and know not to act that way again.

Can you provide me with some wise advice about this teenage daughter situation?

Description : Can you provide me with some wise advice about this teenage daughter situation?

Last Answer : Is he like this because he is spoiled or neglected?

Do you think he was looking at me the wrong way or am I overreacting?

Description : Do you think he was looking at me the wrong way or am I overreacting?

Last Answer : excuse me for being naive, but what does under my wife beater mean?

I am doing a paper on arguing value, and i cannot think of a topic for the life of me, what are your honest opinions about parent accountability laws?

Description : I am doing a paper on arguing value, and i cannot think of a topic for the life of me, what are your honest opinions about parent accountability laws?

Last Answer : As long as the kids are minors, then the parents have to be held accountable for what they do. It doesn't matter how mature the kids seem, they have no say in what they do and cannot ... it would not only teach the child, but it would force the parents to develop some sense of accountability.

How do i get my 2 year old to allow me to brush her teeth?

Description : How do i get my 2 year old to allow me to brush her teeth?

Last Answer : Let her brush them herself

Is my son's behavior suspicious?

Description : Is my son's behavior suspicious?

Last Answer : No. I don't agree. According to this post your son has bipolar disorder and anger anxiety/related issues. His behavior is likely symptomatic of his condition - Not suspicious of whatever else you imagine ... person and keep calling him out . It just makes me wonder who's obsessing about what.