AIBU to think this is unbelievably selfish

DGD (just turned 2) loves to clap a song, not sure how well it went down when she clapped at the end of the hymns in church the other Sunday.

I think you're justified to feel miffed at being disturbed at 6 am. Jeez I won't let my dogs out before 7.30 because one is a barker and I think before 7.30 is an unreasonable time to be disturbed. Unfortunately some people don't give a second thought to anyone but themselves and their needs irrespective of age.

Hm999 I hope it went down very well - otherwise I would find another church!

WD40 for the springs. The screaming/ shrieking is generally due to more than one child being allowed on at once contrary to the safety guidance. One child at a time generally doesn't make a noise. 6 am is definitely too early. Ask if they can keep the kids quiet until 8a bit more reasonable time.

Would never let my children into the garden until about 8.30 - especially at the weekend. I looked after our DCC overnight last weekend and they wanted to go into the hot tub (theirs not mine) and I said not until after 9. They obviously do a lot of squealing and I know how I'd feel if I wanted a bit of lie-in. 6 am is definitely not on. I know some are saying have a quiet word but I don't think the parents are reasonable if they let that happen.

I don't understand the squealing either. Or shrieking. My DCs weren't angelic by a longshot. But they didn't squeal or shriek in the garden - even when playing games. a "yes"for a good shot or whatever. Ditto the seaside = a squeal when they got in to cold water but otherwise to intent on enjoying themselves. Perhaps it's a family thing?

The teen girls coming out of the school near me all seem to shriek too.