SaveFerris wrote:
Can you give an example of 'situation is usually one in which she has received some straight forward information'
Most often this seems to follow the news of a diagnosis of some type. I have observed some women here use the phrase when they or a family member have been diagnosed with an ASD, even if they suspected that they or the person was on the spectrum and sought out the evaluation. But I have also heard women apply it in more vague circumstances such as life stressors, in which case it just seems to be tacked on to "overwhelmed" as a matter of syntax.
Here is an example from Reddit.
Example from Reddit wrote:
I'm a first time mom, and I JUST discovered I am pregnant a few days ago. We are thrilled! I'm quite a type A planner, so I went to Target today to at least take a first look at baby stuff. Husband suggested we print a random baby registry just to see what's on one. Holy STUFF, batman! I understand the need for basics, and I want nothing but the best for my baby, but do I really need a Pack and Play, a baby swing, and a bunch of baby gyms? I will buy anything baby needs, and I'm not opposed to getting some "unnecessary" items if they'll make our lives better.
However, I'm a firm believer that having a minimal amount of stuff leads to a happier life. Less to clean. More space in the home. Better for the earth. Not to mention that babies born 100 years ago (or even 30 years ago) didn't have nearly as much "stuff"
I am willing to spend more for higher quality items. I plan to breastfeed exclusively until at least 6 months. I have no interest in cloth diapers because I think they sound like too much icky work. All that said, can someone direct me to a minimalist list of items that encompasses the things we really need for the baby?
Also, any "extras" that you can recommend that are not necessities, but make life a ton easier would also be interesting to hear about!
I feel so overwhelmed and confused right now!
Yes, pregnancy and the propects of becoming a parent can feel overwhelming...but what is she confused about?
It might initially seem that she is confused about what to buy but she really just disagrees that everything on the list she and her husband printed out is really necessary, and believes she can take a more minimalist approach to it.