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BaroqueMama
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Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
As a parent, does it bother you when people "brag" about their children?
Personally, it doesn't bother me. Infact, I love reading and hearing about what other kids are doing. It's exciting. I love sharing all the crazy things Ava does, even if every other baby is doing them. I don't even consider that bragging, I consider that "sharing". 
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ABCiverson
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
Nope. I love when parents brag! I think thats one of the perks of being a parent is getting to be so proud of everything they do whether they are "advanced" or "behind" evreything they do is amazing!
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| Posted 4/2/07 9:45 PM |
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Michelle1123
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
I LOVE hearing what other babies are doing and really love seeing pictures.
haha that I Love Lucy was on today when Lucy cant stand her friends who are always showing pics of their son and bragging about what he can do.
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| Posted 4/2/07 9:47 PM |
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CathyB
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
Not at all. I love hearing about what all the other kiddies are up to.
When I was a new mommy I used to compare and sometimes get upset that Sarah wasn't doing the same thing, but as time has passed I realized that my kids will hit those milestones in their own time and it makes it way easier and fun to read those posts.
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| Posted 4/2/07 9:48 PM |
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MelToddJulia
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
It doesn't bother me at all, I would find it odd if a parent didn't want to brag about there child!
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| Posted 4/2/07 10:05 PM |
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Ladybugz
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
I must admit that when I didn't have my own, I wasn't really all that interested...selfish right? But now that I am a mom...I love to hear about ALL kids!
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| Posted 4/2/07 10:23 PM |
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
Posted by MelTodd604
It doesn't bother me at all, I would find it odd if a parent didn't want to brag about there child!
ITA!
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| Posted 4/2/07 10:25 PM |
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nrthshgrl
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
I love it! I love hearing about accomplishments. I feel like everyone should root for kids.
It's a shame somewhere along the line, people grow up & stop rooting for each other.
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| Posted 4/2/07 10:26 PM |
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Merf99
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
I normally don't mind at all - I love to hear people so proud of their children, however my BIL brags about his kids - with things they do not even do! And it drives me NUTS! Or he'll flat out say - well thats because my kid is so smart - or she knows how to do this and that..... and never ever will admit if his kid can't do something - it's so annoying! But yes, in general I do not mind about other people! lol
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| Posted 4/2/07 10:54 PM |
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yankinmanc
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
I love hearing it and most of all, I love doing it!!!
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| Posted 4/3/07 4:00 AM |
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Bxgell2
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
I HATE when people brag about their "stuff"... on the other hand, when people brag about what is truly meaningful, like their DH, their family, and especially about their children, it puts a smile on my face - I love it
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SoinLove
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
It doesn't bother me at all. In fact it's nice to hear about how other kids are doing and it's nice to see so many proud mommies! I personally don't make many bragging posts, because I don't want to annoy anybody. If I did, my post count would probably be a lot higher 
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Faithx2
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
Posted by SoinLove
It doesn't bother me at all. In fact it's nice to hear about how other kids are doing and it's nice to see so many proud mommies! I personally don't make many bragging posts, because I don't want to annoy anybody. If I did, my post count would probably be a lot higher
Same here. I don't mind reading them but I hardly post them 
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2kids2cats
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
Posted by ABCiverson
Nope. I love when parents brag! I think thats one of the perks of being a parent is getting to be so proud of everything they do whether they are "advanced" or "behind" evreything they do is amazing!
I totally agree! Everyone should be a proud mom because all babies are fantastic!
ETA: I just told my good friend that when her husband talks about their son he has the proudest look on his face and tone in his voice and it melts my heart!
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LIMOMx2
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
YES!! And I am no saint when it comes to doing this (IE: modeling) but it does bother me. Esp when you know that sometimes they are lying about what is going on!!!!!!
So, I guess I get more upset not about the bragging part but when people are bragging and obviously lying! Does that make sense?
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Kate
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Posted by 5ofClubs
YES!! And I am no saint when it comes to doing this (IE: modeling) but it does bother me. Esp when you know that sometimes they are lying about what is going on!!!!!!
So, I guess I get more upset not about the bragging part but when people are bragging and obviously lying! Does that make sense?
Yes I agree! I like to hear about some things, but sometimes it's so obvious that people are exaggerating or outright lying, and that gets annoying.
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BaroqueMama
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
Well, I wasn't really talking about people who blatantly lie. That's kind of a whole different issue, don't ya think? I was talking about people who genuinely love to "brag" about their kids. I'm not sure why someone WOULDN'T brag about their kids, how cute they are, how smart they are, how silly they are, etc...
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babymakes3
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
It bothers me when it goes too far. When parents start comparing their children to others and noting that their child does this better or the other child doesn't do this or that, then it's gone too far.
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Moehick
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
Once in a while mentioning what your child is up to or how darn cute they are is great...I love to hear it....just not everyday, sometimes bragging can be excessive, like all things in life
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pmpkn087
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
IMO, bragging and sharing stories and milestones are two totally different things. I LOVE hearing when kids make accomplishments.
I HATE when I am sharing something and someone says "oh, he's only doing that at 3 months? little Joey was doing it at 2 months." OR "he's not talking yet? My baby started talking at 6 months old."  Things like that where they always feel the need to "top" you to somehow justify that their child is better than yours. That, to me, is bragging and what I don't like.
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Sweets13
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
Posted by 5ofClubs
YES!! And I am no saint when it comes to doing this (IE: modeling) but it does bother me. Esp when you know that sometimes they are lying about what is going on!!!!!!
So, I guess I get more upset not about the bragging part but when people are bragging and obviously lying! Does that make sense?
Why would someone lie about something their DC has done or is currently doing???
I dont mind bragging....I think a mother should brag about their DC~
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TwoGirls4Me
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
Posted by MelTodd604
It doesn't bother me at all, I would find it odd if a parent didn't want to brag about there child!
I completely agree!!! I also consider it "sharing." Like you said Rachel... even if every other baby is doing exactly what Sydney is doing its still special to me and I want to share
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Elizabeth
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
Posted by Sweets13
Posted by 5ofClubs
YES!! And I am no saint when it comes to doing this (IE: modeling) but it does bother me. Esp when you know that sometimes they are lying about what is going on!!!!!!
So, I guess I get more upset not about the bragging part but when people are bragging and obviously lying! Does that make sense?
Why would someone lie about something their DC has done or is currently doing???
I dont mind bragging....I think a mother should brag about their DC~
Ive heard people lie so many times. I guess kids are an extension of ourselves and some people view it as a competition. Dont we all love when our kids are ahead of the curve? Its been my experience that its all a wash after awhile - esp when it comes to young kids. I have a nephew who is 1 day younger than my son, they couldnt be more different too. By kindergarten, they're all doing the same stuff more or less. When they're 3 years old, will it matter if they walked at 9 months or 18 months? If it's true, that's cool but if it's not, I don't get it. I had a family member recently say that both her kids walked at 8 months. It was a downright lie. Because I know her kids since the day they were born neither walked at 8 months. It was the weirdest lie I heard in a long time and Im not sure if she actually believed it or what because she knows we would know it's not true. And the kids are 4 and 6 now so I'm not even sure what she satisfaction she was gaining by saying it. Just odd...
When my oldest was 2 months old, a friend of my SIL said to me "Oh he's not sleeping through the night yet? All 3 of mine slept through right from the beginning" How the heck is that the truth? 3 newborns all slept through the night from the day they were born? Please!
As far as bragging, I love to hear what kids are up to. I have a group of friends, all with young kids of various ages, and we have bragfests. I love it - hearing as much as talking about my kiddies. But it's not obnoxious or annoying....if there was someone who was overtalking anyone or obviously trying to outdo everyone, that would be totally annoying.
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preciouslove
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
I don't mind it but it's when people starting lying, showing off and over exaggerating is when it bothers me.
Like one of my aunts has a grandaughter who is a month older than my son. This aunt is my dad's sister. Anyways whenever my mom tells her what my son is up to she always has to one up it. Like for example when my son first started cereal at 4 months my aunt was like "oh we gave my grandaughter cereal at 1 month". My mom doesn't say these things to be a show off. She's a proud grandmother and says it in a cheerful way. My aunt does it to be a show off. That's what bothers me.
But normally I love to hear what other kids are up to.
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PrincessP
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Re: Spinoff to bragging post on NFR....
I love it!
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