Critiquing Mumsnet

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Hi. Does anyone have any issues with Mumsnet? I've often found that for every supportive comment, there seems to be a negative critical comment. The site has been incredibly helpful for so many parents, but nothing it without its flaws.

Just wondering if anyone else has had any negative experiences or any general criticisms.

Oh Christ your about to see the ‘very best’ of MN

I don't understand the question.

Are you asking about criticisms regarding site navigation, or issues with comments or moderation within threads?

And why are you asking? What problems have you experienced?

Why? Are you writing an lazy article or hoping to start an argument?

Look on any forum and you will find the exact same thing.
Every online community has lovely people, horrible people and everything in-between.
Just because this is called Mumsnet doesn't mean a) it is populated only by mothers and b) that being a mother means you must be/will be a staggeringly nice person.

I don't find uncritical support always helpful. It's often useful to be exposed to a range of viewpoints and ideas.

You may disagree.

Why do you ask? Are you waiting for a pile on from other places?

You're right.

I've counted every comment. There are 1 to 1.6 positive to negative comments.

As that's the golden ratio, Mumsnet appears to be following a basic law of nature.

Well done us.

I've often found that for every supportive comment, there seems to be a negative critical comment.

That's not Mumsnet's fault, though, that's the nature of the internet. MNHQ are quick to delete negative comments where someone is genuinely reaching out for support. If someone's expressing an opinion it's perfectly reasonable for others to respond in a negative or critical manner if they disagree, as long as they don't become abusive (which again would be deleted if reported).

I don't mean any offence; to the users or creators of Mumsnet. I know it can be controversial, and I'm curious as to see people's thoughts.

I'm new to Mumsnet, so I've had a very outside perspective for a long time. I'm just looking to gain a little "insider knowledge" if you will as I am still getting a grip of things.

I'm aware that Mumsnet moderates to find that balance between free speech and supportive speech. But does anyone have any experiences where Mumsnet has been more detrimental than supportive for example?

I'm not sure what you're getting at? Sounds a little like you have some kind of agenda?

MN is a forum that generally assumes the users are adults and the posting guidelines are pretty clear.

I don't really buy the "I'm new to MN and would like to gage how satisfied/dissatisfied you all are. Give details of specific instances." It's hardly the behaviour of a new person to a forum. 🤨

Controversial? It's a large group of random people expressing their opinion. Take it or leave it. I've been here many years and have no idea what 'insider knowledge' is

I have asked a question on here a short time ago, and very quickly got useful responses. Make of that what you will.

Good luck.with writing your article op!

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Why not get stuck in and form your own opinions about the site?

I'm so sorry again. Some of my friends have recommended mumsnet to me, others have not. I'm gaging if this is a resource I would like to use going in the future.

I've often found that for every supportive comment, there seems to be a negative critical comment. The site has been incredibly helpful for so many parents, but nothing it without its flaws.

This is what you said OP. It suggests you've been reading for a while.
I'd recommend just making your own decision

If this is straight up op, then the best way of gauging whether Mumsnet is for you, is to visit some of the areas that interest you most: politics, gardening, fashion, parenting, property, academia, etc. Its all here!

It's not a 'resource', it's a discussion/chat site.

Some of it good, some not. Some great, some awful. Like all similar sites.

The best way to tell is just to post around the boards. In other words, make your own mind up.

Meant to add , it's not obligatory to go straight to AIBU!

This is not a newbie. Faux innocence is not attractive.

I agree SunshineCake

It entirely depends on what you want to use it for. Parenting advice, gardening tips, cookery, health, getting stains out of carpets, employment, legal matters, pictures of your new kitten, great.

As others mention, if you're new, then AIBU might be a bit much