If you’re new to YBM message boards, it can be hard to decode some of the posts with the alphabet soup of acronyms being used. We’ve put up a list of the more common ones for your reference to help you decode some of the lingo.

The link will also be at the bottom of the forum. If you have an addition to contribute, leave a comment and let us know!

11 Responses to “The lingo ate my baby!”



  1. Don’t forget ITDA= I totally disagree.

    Love the site, thanks for all you do!



  2. @Anastasia, Added. Thanks! - YBM



  3. Don’t forget BTDT – Been there, done that.



  4. @Julie, Thank you! - YBM



  5. IIRC (If I remember correctly)
    BFD (big f***ing deal)



  6. special needs abbreviations would help too. EI, PPD NOS, NT, etc…Love the site so much. TY (ahhh there’s another)



  7. @Lilla, @Cynthia, thanks, we've added your suggestions! - YBM



  8. you can email ybm and try, she’s done it for special cases



  9. how can you email YBM?



  10. Purple Goddess, Please read this!!!

    this is really important. I need to talk to you about removing some info I posted in good faith that is being used by others on this board inappropriately.

    Would you please let me know how I can email you directly so I can better explain and hopefully you can help me to resolve this very uncomfortable situation.

    Thank you!!!



  11. @Jane, Sorry I was away for a few days. You can reach us at support@youbemom.com if you need to contact us by email. Thanks. - YBM

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