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Original poster

New home - used bath and then noticed soap scum!

51 replies

Serendipity21 · 22/08/2020 22:18

Hello all
I recently moved into a new property. I am extremely house proud and clean regularly to set about straight away cleaning. I cleaned the bathroom including the bath and later that evening I proceeded to bath my toddler. Only after I got her out I noticed a soap scum mark, higher than her water had been. I then felt awful that I must have missed it completely. I am now concerned that my toddler may have picked something up from it or if I missed anything else in the tub. AIBU??

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BananaPop2020 · 22/08/2020 23:37

This is ridiculous.

kazzer2867 · 22/08/2020 23:39
Biscuit
Rainbowsoup · 22/08/2020 23:41

Wow

BigBadVoodooHat · 22/08/2020 23:42

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fascinated · 22/08/2020 23:42

Oh for god‘s sake, give her a break.

fascinated · 22/08/2020 23:43

Can it not be the same toddler?

Dontsaykwen · 22/08/2020 23:49

I thinks it’s fairly obvious from the OPs first post that there is some sort of anxiety issue there.
This alone would make most people just want to reassure her.
But even after she confirmed that there are just unnecessary cutting comments on this thread.

OP hopefully you feel reassured by the kinder hearted replies that there is no risk to you or you child and after a thorough Mr Muscle session you can let it leave your mind for good.

CustardySergeant · 22/08/2020 23:54

"Can it not be the same toddler?"&

What would be the point of referring to her toddler as a son in one post and a daughter in another?

saleorbouy · 23/08/2020 00:00

YABU, do you ever take bath or showers in a hotel, swimming baths or gym? I think you'll find more people might have used these. Quit your worrying and get on with life!

fascinated · 23/08/2020 00:00

People change things like that all the time on here, though, for privacy reasons.

fascinated · 23/08/2020 00:01

The DS/DD thing, I mean, obviously.

U2HasTheEdge · 23/08/2020 00:03

If you think OP is a troll report her.

I mean, it's hardly a goady thread they have started is it?

What is with all the biscuits?

OP, have you seen anyone for your anxiety?

BananaPop2020 · 23/08/2020 00:09

I think people are conscious of feeding the anxiety by being sympathetic about it. Posters on similar threads have before commented that the bluntness of replies had been beneficial to them.

EveryPlanetHasAYorkshire · 23/08/2020 00:11

@CustardySergeant

"Can it not be the same toddler?"&

What would be the point of referring to her toddler as a son in one post and a daughter in another?

Twins. Or two toddlers close in age.
LouiseTrees · 23/08/2020 00:11

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Servalan · 23/08/2020 00:15

Op, is this sort of worry and need for reassurance a common occurrence for you?

I am an OCD sufferer and recognise this type of catastrophising (i.e. - "what if my toddler is hurt by this?") and the need for reassurance.

If this is not a one-off but you are regularly getting intrusive/catastrophic thoughts and then needing to reassurance-seek, I'd recommend googling either OCD UK or OCD Action - both organisations can give information on OCD and suitable treatment

LizB62A · 23/08/2020 00:32

I'm sure you're worrying over nothing.

I always fit new toilet seats when I move house, so I'm pretty picky and I think you're being a bit over anxious !

WorraLiberty · 23/08/2020 00:38

Well I don't know about anyone else but I'm so disgusted with your slovenly ways, that I've contacted Child Services.

Expect a visit during the night 🙄🙄

Inkpaperstars · 23/08/2020 00:41

It's your anxiety OP, I understand. It's ok, it's all ok. Your dd just had a nice, normal bath and won't have been at any risk of catching anything.

It's hard moving house when you have these kinds of anxieties, but we can reassure you on this. I know that you know deep down, this was fine. Good luck in your new home Flowers

PatricksRum · 23/08/2020 00:53

What don't people understand

IF YOU ARE CONCERNED, REPORT THE THREAD

DO NOT TROLL HUNT

Also, all these fucking biscuits. I'm sorry for these responses OP.

Hope you're feeling better Thanks

Krazynights34 · 23/08/2020 01:33

OP - get to a GP and get help for the anxiety. I don’t want to be harsh but a 2 year old toddler is going to be fine (absent underlying medical conditions).

1forAll74 · 23/08/2020 01:39

Good heavens, are you being serious. Never heard anything so silly..

Inkpaperstars · 23/08/2020 01:49

OP has stated that she has anxiety, which was clear anyway. Please show a little understanding.

I am surprised people are being harsh. On the plus side though OP, maybe their rude dismissive responses can be taken as reassurance that there is nothing to worry about.

RantyAnty · 23/08/2020 02:15

Your DC will be fine.

Definitely get your anxiety treated.

It will affect your DC by making them fearful and anxious.

Original poster
Serendipity21 · 27/08/2020 09:50

Thankyou mist of you for your kind replies. If it matters to you who have a problem with my previous post and not that it is any of your business, but yes, I have twins.
I came on here for advice and reassurance and reading some of these comments and deleted posts has actually bought me to tears so Thankyou for that. You are BULLIES and I hope you are all pleased with yourself.
@BigBadVoodooHat and @LouiseTrees and all you knobs who have set ‘biscuits’

Thanks again

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