Are you also on Mumsnet?

In theory, yes. In practice, no because I think I last posted "over there" a good number of years ago about some teenage behaviour I was struggling with. I did not feel confident of how I thought it should be resolved before I went on MN. Afterwards I did have confidence in my "instincts" and acted accordingly.

I showed the thread to the teenager too and told her to read it. It was good for her to see that my reaction was normal as well as being less 'aggressive' than that of many other mums.

Yes on MN, I joined for the book threads which are numerous and then ventured on to other threads, although I rarely post.

I've read some laugh out loud bits and pieces there and whilst the same topics occur as on GN sometimes there is a different perspective given the age demographic. Occasionally ageist threads occur, the best one I remember was when one poster complained about older, retired people cluttering up the high street at week-ends when they've had all week to do whatever. I simultaneously found that both presumptuous and hilarious

I was on MN at the inception of GN when it was suggested that older members might like to bugger off give it a go and I thought it was a venture worth supporting.

I've also wasted much time on "Parking Wars" threads sometimes complete with diagrams which often run into pages of what is known on MN as "cheeky f*****y" on the part of the inconsiderate parker.

Beswitched

It used to be better. There were some really witty posters on AIBU who wrote brilliantly on there.
Most of them are long gone now though, sadly. There just seems to be a lot of rather spoilt selfish posting nowadays, or people bragging about their hundreds of sexual partners, or sneering at covid regulations and people who abide by them.
Obviously not all the posters are like that but it's a bit of a depressing window into another world at times.

Some were quite supportive about my post about not having enough money for Xmas presents. But I really felt ganged up on .This place looks more understanding.

No have never been on mumsnet. I came on here originally to help me in quandary and stayed for the interesting conversations and points of view. My friends are all very similar to me, and all grew up no more than a few streets away. It’s nice to widen my world view a little and hear others opinions and experiences.

Yes I found gransnet through Mumsnet many years ago.

I still read regularly and post occasionally. For me it’s more anonymous because of the huge number of members so occasionally I’ve found it useful for airing an issue that I wouldn’t be comfortable about sharing here.

I like the feminist boards, style and beauty and, as someone has already mentioned, the Christmas boards are a mine of ideas and bargains. AIBU can be hugely entertaining.

There’s so much support for people even to the extent of making blankets for bereaved families or those having treatment for cancer.

It used to be better. There were some really witty posters on AIBU who wrote brilliantly on there.
Most of them are long gone now though, sadly. There just seems to be a lot of rather spoilt selfish posting nowadays, or people bragging about their hundreds of sexual partners, or sneering at covid regulations and people who abide by them.
Obviously not all the posters are like that but it's a bit of a depressing window into another world at times.

Yes but not posting again.Some of the comments really hurt but I tried not to show it.

No! The stuff I read on here about MN is enough to put me off

Yes I am on MN and occasionally post.If has shown me how much life has changed since I was a young Mum.

I think there are a lot of trolls posting there though.

I have been lurking and very rarely post on MN before GN was up and running.

I find it insightful with contributions from all ages. I read the feminist board, pick and chose AIBU, and other threads of interest.

I do find it very supportive and knowledgeable, especially support and advice offered as others help those who are in difficult marriages/partnerships.

Curlywhirly

I look in occasionally and contribute very rarely; I find it aggressive and am surprised at how rude the contributors are to each other. I'm also not keen on the amount of foul language used.

ditto

Antonia no I am not on MN. I prefer the slower pace and kinder approach of GN, so would not join.

Yes
Actually found gransnet first before mumsnet.
I have found the SEN boards very helpful.
The feminism board make interesting reading.

I discovered the Christmas threads last year and have followed again this year.
I have managed to purchase quite a selection of lovely gifts some at bargain prices.
Ideas for presents that I would not have actually thought of myself.

I think there is a lot more humour on mumsnet.
But having said that I only lurk on mumsnet.

Yes. I like the feminist boards very much and can't understand why GNHQ have still not provided one here, despite their promises. I've learnt a great deal from MN; as a previous poster said upthread, there are a lot of very intelligent and well informed posters there.

And the effects of porn use on relationships is also very clear on Mumsnet - and really rather sad.

But there are some highly educated and very knowledgeable and interesting women on there.

Yes I’m on Mumsnet, I really like how honest it is

I am - I think there are more trolls and and spoof posts on there than on Gransnet.

I do often feel very sad at the behaviour that someone posters seem to think is acceptable from their partners - it is almost as if they will do anything to have a man, even if it makes them unhappy.

Yes I am, but I don’t post much on there. By the time I’m ready to add my words of wisdom, the discussion has usually moved on. MN has some really interesting threads though and very funny and quick-witted posters. In my experience it’s not as insular as Gransnet and there’s more tolerance of other posters’ views. With such a huge membership, there’s less likelihood of discussions turning into spats and comments becoming personal.

Yes, it’s a lot more interesting than GN!

I do lurk there for interest, but rarely post. I must say, some of their conversations are quite lively, sometimes mean, but definitely always something entertaining.

Because I post on off-hours, I see a lot of game playing here, and most conversations in UK are finished for the day.

I lurk, it’s interesting to see how the younger element are more direct in what they think about things, but I agree about the weirdness of some of the AIBU questions.

Never tried Mumsnet don’t think I ll bother

I drop in to mumsnet occasionally, but have never posted. Gransnet feels a lot friendlier and more relevant to me! (Even though I’m not yet a Gran - sorry!!!)

I am on both, I like both in different ways.

I look occasionally, I think I posted once long ago! I find it quite refreshing and interesting to see what a different world most of them are living in. They are quite feisty and sometimes very direct and rude but to some extent, it feels like honesty.