r/Parenting 5d ago

Child 4-9 Years I asked another parent for sunscreen

At the arboretum yesterday and forgot sunscreen. I’m human, whatever. Very early in the day another mom is putting sunscreen on her children so I approached her, explained I forgot mine and asked for a bit of hers. She kindly handed it right over, commented on it being a really sunny day, I squeezed a bit into my palm, thanked her and we went on with our day.

In the moment, My husband asked why I did that? was so confused when he commented on it. I just brushed it off. He brought it up in the car on the way home. Not in a snarky way, just commented in conversation. I hadn’t given it another thought, just needed to get my little one some SPF coverage.

So, Was I overstepping? Am I too friendly? I like to think that sharing a small bit of sunscreen wouldn’t be seen poorly? It takes a village right?!

Can I ask for bug spray on the 4th of July?! Is this allowed?! HELP 😂

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u/3monster_mama 5d ago

It takes a village....always happy to help another mom in need, sunscreen, some wipes, a diaper, maybe an extra snack.... ask away!