Things you’re guaranteed to find on mumsnet

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I think there have been lots of serious topics on MN recently, particularly in relation to benefits, people allegedly faking mental health issues to get out of work etc.

So, in the spirit of some lightheartedness that we can all identify with, tell me some generic things you are guaranteed to find on MN.

For me, it’s in the Style & Beauty section.

A person will post and ask for recommendations for comfy joggers to wear when they WFH with no visitors or Teams calls. I think the average human would expect that people will link them to Next, H&M etc.

Instead, because it’s MN, they get “oh I love these ones. They’ve got a bit of a homeless vibe about them and obviously you wouldn’t wear them outdoors, but they’re sooo comfy and perfect for home!”

Then a link for an obscure company selling loungewear for £187 per item.

I actually saw this assertion in reference to children's' weight. 😵‍💫

Is this a reverse?

I’m going to go against the grain.

I'm guessing Belarus?

The most boring post at that! 🤣

"Interesting first post, OP".

Too true!

Leading on from this.... Poster makes a faux hilarious post "I farted in the cinema and everyone heard " and self refers themselves to 'classics' and everyone is too polite to disagree and feels embarrassed for the OPs over excitement at their own post 😄

“Have you thought of hiring a nanny” - about three replies in to childcare issue posts.

Yes, the post I mentioned upthread where OP took a potato quality photo of a dog nominated herself for classics. I said that is like organising your own surprise party

This. It's just SO meta!

People who really don't understand the thread they're posting on....

Please elaborate....

Is appearing more and more frequently. I always imagine it asked in an imperious tone.

"Help! I'm pregnant and I accidentally drank some wine/ate some cheese!"

Reply: "have you spoken to anyone about your anxiety? "

Bliss!