Me Carrying A Stuffed Animal Around While Being Disabled Is Not "infantilizing Disability"

Im gonna say smth that a lot of yall aren't gonna like but whatever Im tired of nobody talking about it.

The therian community's obsession with zoos is stunting a lot of the cultural growth that we could be having rn.

Soooo many of us are so goddamn busy with trying to prove that we're not zoos or accusing each other of being zoos or shouting from every rooftop available that we're different than zoos, when we could be doing so many more productive things.

You wanna keep potentially dangerous individuals out of the community, I understand that, really I do. But do you wanna know how many animals are saved from abuse by us dogpiling (no pun intended) on someone who incorporates their nonhumanity into kink? Or who speaks honestly about genitalia dysphoria, or instincts to court members of the species they identify as? Or hell, who even acknowledges that there is an overlap between therianthropy and zoo attraction? Zero.

It doesn't really protect anyone, all it does is prevent us from speaking honestly about our experiences, diving into the nitty gritty of what it actually means to be an animal living as and among humans, out of fear that something we told to someone in confidence is going to end up in a google doc next week. No, wanting to have nonhuman body parts does not automatically make you attracted to biological animals. No, being attracted to alterhumans over humans does not automatically make you attracted to biological animals. No, wishing you had a nonhuman family does not automatically make you attracted to biological animals. The only thing that makes you attracted to biological animals is being attracted to biological animals. It truly is not rocket science.

I haven't seen it be as much of an issue here on Tumblr because I guess there's overall less mob mentality and beings are more capable of using critical thinking skills, it's just been frustrating watching so many of the younger/newer members of the community turn into the "crucify zoos at any and all costs" club and trying to strong arm all forms of animalistic sexual expression out of the community to avoid any possible association with zoos from outsiders (spoiler alert: you could sanitize the entire community to the point of chemical burns and uneducated doorknobs would still swear up and down that every last one of us are zoos)

"youd do numbers on tumblr" girl i am on tumblr and the numbers? 4

i guess... i guess you could say narinder has a bleating heart.

h e y

I like how this one is glowing like a powerful magic tome

bring back tumblr ask culture let me. bother you with questions and statements

I've been doing so many shitposts and doodle comics, I don't remember the last time I painted something for real lmao

anyway Leshy be upon you

Types of nesting

× Comfort seeking

This is the first type of nesting most Omegas experience. It usually starts at around 10-12 years old, when they start being less dependent on their parent's nest for comfort.

The structure of this nest is more personal, and usually shares very similar characteristics to their guardian's nest. For example, if their parents nest had many pillows, their nest will have many pillows as well. Nesting is instinctual, but there's some behaviors that are learned for its construction.

The most common items are pillows, comforters, and scented clothes from a loved one. In some cultures, a plushie is gifted to a child for their first nest, and they will use it all throughout their lives.

Usually comfort nesting is done in pajamas, or any sort of casual comfortable clothing. Though some Omegas have designated nesting clothing which has been scented for maximum comfort.

× Pre-heat

Around this time, an Omega might feel feverish and sensitive, both physically and emotionally. Due to this most clothing can be uncomfortable and easily overheat the Omega, there's specialized robes for heats, which are incredibly soft and easy to take off for both temperature regulation and easier access.

However, it's more common for Omegas to forgo clothing altogether, as the feeling of soft fluffy blanket all throughout their bodies is quite comforting.

These are usually built in the Omega's beds, rather than a designated nesting area.

× Pregnancy

Pregnant Omegas are more likely to start getting nesting instincts at 6-8 weeks pregnant, and then again in the last trimester. The nest will usually last the entire pregnancy, though during most of the 2nd and first half of the 3rd trimester, it will be cleaned up and organized rather than used for actual nesting.

Many Omegas choose to give birth in their nests, as they feel more safe there rather than a hospital setting. Though most hospitals accept the nest getting set up there, this is why collapsible nests are a common baby shower gift.

it's structure varies a lot from other nests, as it accommodates their babies' stuff for scenting, and an area they can give birth without focusing too much on cleaning later.

× Stress

Most Omegas nest when they're nervous or stressed, and they need a place to retreat and sometimes hide. They differ from comfort nests by their structures, and because comfort nests can arise from any type of mood. Nesting recreatively is more common and not a warning sign, unlike stress nests.

These nests are usually made in corners of rooms, or places that can be walled off, and they usually get very little light. They are notable for having less non-mate scented items than a usual nest.

Nesting behaviors vary from Omega to Omega, remember that every nest is different and each have their own unique characteristics. That is the wonderful part of nesting!

i find the best ways to hide you in my life, to place the smallest of details everywhere. i'll put reminders of you in colors and shapes, little, miniscule ideas that keep you on my mind during the day. no matter what i do, i can find a way to bring you into it.

So much queer discourse is just "i like pancakes" "so you hate waffles?" Type shit

"I believe mspec lesbians are valid" "so you think lesbians just need good dick?"

"I believe trans men can identify as lesbians if they want" "so you think trans men are women?"

"I believe transandrophobia exists" "so you think transfems oppress transmascs?"

No bitch that's a whole new sentence wtf are you talking about

figured it would be nice to wrap up this sketch this weekend! :-) 🌟💛