We're Here to Help 233: Breaking and Entenmann's & Tat-Two
Nov 24, 2025
In this engaging discussion, caller Katie, a busy mom of three, seeks advice on managing uninvited neighborhood visits after childbirth. The hosts suggest clever strategies to set boundaries, including using a baby decoy and leaving notes. Katie also shares a tattoo dilemma, where her dog tattoo resembles male anatomy, prompting the hosts to brainstorm creative cover-up solutions. With humor and practical tips, they navigate Katie's challenges, ensuring she feels empowered and ready to tackle her unique situations.
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New Mom Faces A Boundary Problem
- Katie calls from San Diego and reveals she's pregnant with her third child, expecting three kids under four.
- She explains a persistent elderly neighbor, 'Sonny', has twice entered uninvited on days they returned from the hospital.
Set Clear Visitor Expectations
- Do prepare a visible, low-effort signal (cake, note, guestbook) to show mom and baby are resting after coming home from the hospital.
- Use that signal to set expectations and discourage uninvited visitors without direct confrontation.
Precedent Invites Repetition
- Setting a small precedent (letting one uninvited visit happen) invites repetition and escalates boundary issues.
- Changing the pattern early prevents the habit from becoming expected behavior.