Mumsnet Vs Real life.

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Inspired by a comment on an active thread at the moment. The comment was along the lines of
"Only on mumsnet would you be advised this"

I've also seen it on a few threads where posters point out that only mumsnet would you be given this advice and never in real life.

So what advice/tips do you see mentioned on Mumsnet that you just don't think would be said in real life.

I'll start!
You can guarantee a poster will give the advice that OP needs to pack his bags and kick him out, on something really minor. They don't suggest being an adult and have a conversation first, it's straight away pack his bags and show him the door.

What other Mumsnet pearls of wisdom do we have?

any, sorry, not nay!

Ariadne and TheShaniaTwain I have noticed both of these examples too. The first one makes me want to type in huge caps THEY ARE SAYING YOU DON'T HAVE TO GIVE MONEY OR GIFTS, YOU IDIOT! WHAT IS YOUR PROBLEM?!!! LOL The one about the lunchbox makes me understand why we are so neurotic about food

Not going to discuss the trans thing but I will say is that the reason why it’s discussed so much on mumsnet is because mumsnet is one of the only internet platforms left that will allow discussion of such topics. And this is really great for women. No matter what our leanings on the matter, I’m sure we can agree that it’s great that mumsnet let these conversations happen here. So thanks!

OP: mentions they have diagnosed anxiety and that is why they might have issues interacting with others around them properly when they feel unwell, which might make their behaviour a bit dickish and unreasonable at times

P: anxiety, yeah, your self-diagnosed anxiety which makes you act like a cunt

OP: no it diagnosed not self diagnosed. I have anxiety and PTSD/Biploar/Depression/NPD/BPD delete as appropriate

P: (frothing and virtue signalling) your claiming you have mental illness trivialises and devalues the experience of those who DO have real diagnosed conditions

OP: But i do have those conditions diagnosed. i said. and your response is actually making me feel quite triggered. I self harm as part of these conditions

P: Now you are threatening self harm!!!! TROLL!! You are a disabilist bully!! am reporting you (flounces off to "tell teacher" (or moderator in this case)like a 5 year old)

This happens on the MN not real life because the internet is anonymous and people can be dicks and get away with it

MaisyPops Brilliant post on invisible disability,. Thank you

MaisyPops Your explanation

Sorry MaisyPops, repeating myself with that comment. Been staring at a computer screen too long. Am off for lunch

One of the main reasons I work is so I can justify having cleaners. On that income I cannot imagine drudging around. Lifes too short!

Co - sleeping argh!

Op: my 10 month old wakes every 15 minutes for a feed and I'm shattered - what can I do?

MN: co sleep. Never mind that a fidgety baby sucking on your tit will keep you awake ALL night oh, and don't even think about sleep training - only cruel, evil people who hate their children do that.

RL Health Visitor: you can't survive on 4 hours sleep a night. Sleep train your baby for your sake and theirs. (Phew!)

Oh and the sling brigade. I'm all for wearing your baby if you need to - indeed sometimes it's very practical.

However wearing them for extended stints isn't a must! I wrecked my back after my first wearing them for hours at a time, and made my already buggered pelvic floor worse wearing them as a toddler. It was a bloody relief to realise that there are other ways of providing comfort and getting things done with my second!

kerala Its two hours max. Nothing really. When DH is away and I'm on my own I bring in help for laundry and meals. It's pretty cheap here for laundry and it comes back folded so very easy to put away.

I forgot to say actually, mumsnet would have been very proud. I received a wedding invite that had no mention of gifts and so I have contacted the brides sister about what the couple would prefer (gift list/ cash etc). And we’re invited to the whole day/evening!

Happy to help secret.
Believe it or not I've been absolutely torn apart on some school threads for my 'horrifying' views.
For some on MN this is a radical view: Some kids with SEND display challenging and disruptive behaviour. Some don't. Some NT display challenging and disruptive behaviour. Some don't. Refusing to accept a child might just be NT and badly behaved is quite silly. We also need to be mindful that there may be undiagnised needs whilst also getting the fact that not all bad behaviour is automatically a SEND need..
That view proves I'm a mean and nasty teacher for some. Personally it's a spot of common sense

It's only on MN that living in a deprived area with regular violence on the streets and burnt out cars in front gardens is touted as being enriching and morally rewarding. And it's even better if your children witness drug taking at school and have to get patted down for weapons at the school gates because they are experiencing Real Life.

'It's only on MN that living in a deprived area with regular violence on the streets and burnt out cars in front gardens is touted as being enriching and morally rewarding. '

And you should let them 'play out' in such settings, because to do otherwise is helicopter parenting and stifling their independence. And can't you take in some ironing and work from home to get out of there, because you can type on a computer and use the internet, so there are loads of jobs you can do from home. But you should also be grateful you are getting a free house.

expat finding weapons and drugs is no issue because something something "special snowflakes these days"

'expat finding weapons and drugs is no issue because something something "special snowflakes these days"'

Or you're not believed at all. There are truly no such places like this, and if you're not letting them hoon round the neighbourhood, what are they going to do when they're 16/17?! Answer, hopefully get the fuck out of there. Plenty round here join the Forces to do just that.

Mines a nice one

When I had some testing done earlier in the year, I had so much kindness and support and these ladies were absolute strangers! It made me feel so much better at a time when I felt so low.

Had a good outcome in the end thankfully but I'll always remember how much more kindness came from complete strangers at a time I felt so down.

That being said some of these posts are hilarious!

Oh I’ve got another one. On Mumsnet you’re not regarded as a functioning adult if you don’t drive and have at least one at.

MN - how can you possibly charge your 23 year (earning good money) old DC rent/board, they're your chikd fgs.

RL - right kiddo, a third of your wages for board/food/bills please.

MN - put said third of wages into a bank account for them

RL - need every penny to keep a roof over heads and put food on table

At = car, Aridane? Or cat (I might agree with that one )? You're right, though. All the 'learning to drive is a life skill'. That's as may be, but I know why I don't drive, and I'm just fine, thanks (and I never ask people for lifts, although I may accept if offered).

Ahem, yes - at = car

Seen just 2 mins ago:

OP: life is shit and I feel borderline suicidal

MN: have a nice breakfast and a hot bath

slightly tongue-in-cheek..

OP: This chinese lady reversed into my car today.
MN: What's her ethnicity got to do with it; in fact, what's her sex got to do with it?

OP: A person reversed into my car today.
MN: WE NEED MORE DETAILS!!

Planet Earth: A Chinese lady reversed into my car today.
OMG, are you okay? Is she okay? Were the kids in the car? Did you get her details...??

OP: I think my partner, of ten years, could be cheating
MN: Why weren't you married?? Get your ducks in a row. Get a SHL..I'll PM you the one I used. And don't let on to him that you know. It's important that you don't let on.
OP: But, but...I'm sat here, crying. I'm distraught; feel like I can't carry on.
MN: Have a hot bath and think about all the red flags that you missed, over the last decade.

RL: I think my partner, of ten years, could be cheating.
Oh shoot! Why? Start from the beginning...

Inviting the kid who bullies your dc to tea and to parties. Someone always suggest it

Deciding that your dc must not have any presents at their birthday party and instructing ‘no presents’ to guests on the invitations

The disapproval of party bags and the inevitable complaint about tat.

MN: Someone's parent is being a bit shit = go NC. Someone's parent is actually shit, and dangerous to boot = but he/she should have a relationship with the kiddies.

RL: A quiet word in the first instance, a locked door and blocked phone in the second.

Yes to the poster pointing out the Mn insistence on anatomical correctness ie vulva and not vagina.