No Thursday thread? Here it is!

[britta]

Y'all know what to do.

[penguin129]

We had a rough evening adulting wise. I went to bed way too late and when HL woke up at 245 am to eat I couldn't go back to sleep. Then every little noise in the house was driving me crazy. I retreated to the bathroom for a little bit and looked it up. Apparently hypersensitive hearing goes hand in hand with anxiety and ptsd. It makes sense. I'm on overload now as AG is singing in her microphone and HL is breathing next to my ear. I'm super thankful it's not a migraine.

[penguin129]

I'm a hot mess today since I only got 4ish hours of sleep. I wanted to go grocery shopping and we need milk so I'm not sure if I'll go or not. I may just have Mr. P get milk and wait to go big grocery shopping tomorrow or Sunday.

[hikingmama222]

penguin129 Hope you feel better.

Yesterday was crazy. 3 month growth spurt ìs no joke. Tuesday night DS was up every 1.5 hrs to eat, wanted to eat pretty much all day and would only sleep if on me. So fussy. Sleep was a bit better last night so hoping for a better day. He ramps up so quick to screaming in the night that he's waking the whole house up. DD has been really tired as a result.

No plans for today. Might just have a lazy day at home.

I've sent out a bunch of emails to get things organized (school, daycare, church for baptism) and still waiting for replies. So annoying.

[iwantbacon]

penguin129 Interesting about the hypersensitive hearing. I went to bed early (like 8:30) because I just felt so stressed, but couldn't stay asleep because everything was waking me up. Here's hoping we sleep better tonight.

Only three days into work and I am already dreading all the washing associated with pumping and bottles. Would it be ridiculous to run the dishwasher every night to do it for me? Or buy everything in double+ to run the dishwasher every other night? I think that will help me feel less crazed after work, but I'd hate to buy even more pump parts and then decide I'm going to formula.

Bah to adulting.

[smallpotato]

Hugs penguin129. I can't stand when there is a lot of noise either. N got Magic Tracks and the Hess truck for Christmas, and both toys are so loud. Combine that with the tv and music from G's swing or playmat, I can't take it. I hope your day gets better.

AFM, after the shitshow that was Tuesday night, last night went better. N still did not fall asleep until close to 10 but he wasn't destructive about it. He slept until 7 too. G slept from 11-5:30. They would have been great for me, except I woke up at 1:30 to pee. At least I went right back to sleep. We have nothing planned for today. I have hash brown casserole in the oven, and I need to do laundry.

[penguin129]

Mr. P noticed my sensitivity to sound first. I used to listen to everything pretty at a pretty loud volume. He said after I had HL he can barely hear the TV most times and needs to turn it up so he can hear it. I had to take the battery out of the clock last night and was convinced I'd need to buy a new fridge because it was making knocking noise non-stop.

Here's the link to the article I found. It was a pretty interesting read at 330 am.
Hypersensitivity to Sound

[adouces06]

Last night sucked. Poor DD has had major gas issues since introducing formula more regularly. She was miserable for 2 hours. DH was at work, so I was solo. I finally got her to settle down around 9pm, and I think she wore herself out because she slept straight through to 4am! Seven hours of uninterupted sleep was exactly what I needed after the evening I had. We are switching over to Gentlease this weekend, and I am going to try to incorporate 2 pump breaks at work so I can send more breastmilk than formula to daycare.

[macaronmama]

penguin129, sorry you are having it so rough. Completely understand how sounds can drive one batty - I have super hearing and can hear plugs in outlets, etc. that other people can't. Totally sympathize and hope it passes for you soon.

iwantbacon, I was just discussing buying in double with DH this morning because pumping before work and having to clean the parts before I pack for work took up so much time! Hoping having a second set will save my morning sanity, I hate mornings enough already.

Hugs around for those dealing with fussy sleepers. DS hit his growth spurt over this past week and was up every two hours for a few days. He's back to STTN, praise be. Did 9-5 last night, longest stretch yet. Glad I got sleep before heading back into work today.

Just had a fire alarm go off in our building - small fire. I was just about to go pump so glad it didn't go off while I was pumping. Small mercies.

[penguin129]

macaronmama and iwantbacon I have all my pumping stuff from the NICU that I'm not using anymore. I probably have enough to give you each a spare set. Maybe if you would pay shipping in a flat rate box I can send it to you at no cost. I want to donate them anyway and what better place than the ladies of O'16. They are just sitting waiting to be used. I have nursing covers and storage bottles too.

[jwinct]

penguin129 - I'm sorry you're having such a rough time. Hugs, mama.

adouces06 - I hope switching the formula helps. Poor thing.

Does anyone know what the difference is between the Britax Marathon and the Britax Boulevard? I'm trying to decide which one to buy, as I found both for under $200 and that's my limit. I have been studying the specs on the Britax website and they appear to be exactly the same seat, with the exception that the Boulevard has the Click & Safe Snug Harness Indicator. Other than that, they are exactly the same weight and dimensions. I don't get it. I'm leaning towards the Marathon, only because I like the color better. But, is that Click & Safe Snug Harness Indicator really helpful? Both of my daughter survived without it. I'm so bad at making decisions on car seats!!

ETA: I figured out the difference. The Boulevard has 2 layers of Side Impact Protection and the Marathon has 1 layer. I just ordered the Boulevard. And an acquaintance of mine is selling me her 2.5 year old Britax Advocate Click-Tight seat for $100. It doesn't expire for 7 more years. I'm psyched to be all set for convertible seats for both DH and my cars because DS is getting huge and won't be fitting into the infant seat for too much longer. 

[jcrewgirl]

It seems we were in the opposite sleeping camp last night. H slept from 9:30 pm - 4:15 am last night! So awesome! I have a feeling that its from being so tired from school - all the noises, lights, etc. He's also drinking 3 oz bottles now instead of 2 oz so he's getting the hang of the bottle. Phew!

[macaronmama]

And queue ovulation cramps. Omfg, I forgot how much these hurt. I can't wait til I can go on hormonal birth control again. Excuse me while I go cry in a corner.

[jillian]

I am still mourning the choice to stop breastfeeding. Shy of going to see a LC which I may still do, I am just not producing enough for A. I don't know what a LC would be able to do about my body not responding to a pump if I was even able to produce more. I have tried taking Fenugreek, drinking Mothers Milk Tea, drinking plenty of water, drinking Gatorade, drinking nasty shit stout beer, making lactation cookies, adding brewers yeast and flax seed meal into smoothies and oatmeal, nursing on demand, pumping. I just feel like breastfeeding was against me from the beginning. Milk not coming in for 3 weeks, having to use a shield, not making enough. I feel like my entire maternity leave was spend revolving around trying to feed my baby. I just cant do it anymore.

But its weird. I never one time felt bad about having to supplement her with formula. Maybe its because I always nursed her before giving her a bottle? Maybe because there is just a feeling of satisfaction being able to pump something from my own body to feed my child? I don't know, but it sucks and I am sad. I just cant spend anymore time or emotions fighting this.

[sanibel21]

We went and looked at a preschool for DD1 this morning. I'm terrified. But I think we both need it. And I think if she can get through the transition and separation anxiety, she will like it and do well.
I'm doing nothing while both girls nap. I may work on a hat I'm crocheting for DD1. Gonna make a target run this afternoon I think. Just trying to take slow and let go of the million things I want to do or think I should be doing

[macaronmama]

And the next few weeks just went to pieces here. The highly anticipated job opening(s) DH wanted were not offered to him. To add salt to the wound, they upped the number of positions they were filling to 6 from 3 AND hired someone internally who had less experience, been with the agency less time, and who his department generally hates. DH is devastated. Which means his mood is gonna be just awful for a few days. He's already talking about job searching. Wth. Did taking five weeks off when the new boss started really hurt him that badly? Over half the department constantly say they wish he wasn't a contractor and they were all his references.

[vavavictoria]

macaronmama that really sucks. It is so hard when our H's go through stuff like that. It sucks to see them so devastated. Mine did about 7 years ago and that's what lead to him starting his own business.

[vavavictoria]

I got sucked into the kon Mari thread on parenting and as of yesterday had purged half of my closet. I'm going to finish up with my clothes today and then work on the next step. It makes me happy to walk into my side of our closet. So organized and pretty

[fem]

We're halfway through the 6.5 hour drive home. DD1 is watching Paw Patrol on my MIL's phone and O finally just stopped screaming. Fingers crossed for the rest of the trip.

[penguin129]

Jan 5, 2017 14:49:00 GMT -5 vavavictoria said:

I got sucked into the kon Mari thread on parenting and as of yesterday had purged half of my closet. I'm going to finish up with my clothes today and then work on the next step. It makes me happy to walk into my side of our closet. So organized and pretty

I so need to do this .

[jwinct]

macaronmama - That really sucks for your hubby. I'm sorry to hear that.

[hikingmama222]

My mom is awesome. She came over and took DD outside to the park and I got to take a nap with DS. Win win for everyone!

[britta]

Trying to catch up, we were busy today!

penguin129 I get you on the sensitivity to sound. I've always been that way. My oldest also has the same issues. DH is the complete opposite.
sanibel21 OMG do it!! Preschool will be so good for her (and you too!) There was a thread on Parenting recently about the benefits of doing preschool if it was feasible and quite a few pre-K and K teachers weighed in. The general consensus was that if you can swing it, it very much benefits the child in the long run as well.
macaronmama I'm so sorry to hear about H's job. That's hard.

We've been on the run since the kids woke up this morning. H is off because he was on call NYD and NYD Observed, so (because he's salaried) he got two comp days this week. DS1 went to school and then we made a Sam's run and dropped of DS2's health appraisal form at the pediatrician for him starting daycare next week (!!!!). We had lunch together then caught up on laundry and stuff at home. This afternoon when we picked DS1 up, we met DS2's teachers and dropped off his diapers, wipes, etc for next week. I'm so excited for him to start. Haha. I can't believe the difference between #1 and #2. 😉

I need to get dinner started, but I'll come back and respond to my tags in the other threads.

[ksyknelvr73]

Let's see...

Day 9 of the first PP period. No signs of letting up.

It's supposed to snow tomorrow night and all into Saturday and for here, that is a big deal. People are freaking out...of course. Snow happens once a year if at all, so people lose their minds and act like they have no clue what to do when it actually occurs.

I checked my work email today and I am already booked for some 3 day training the week after I go back...woo. Not.

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Jan 5, 2017 12:53:43 GMT -5 jillian said:

I am still mourning the choice to stop breastfeeding. Shy of going to see a LC which I may still do, I am just not producing enough for A. I don't know what a LC would be able to do about my body not responding to a pump if I was even able to produce more. I have tried taking Fenugreek, drinking Mothers Milk Tea, drinking plenty of water, drinking Gatorade, drinking nasty shit stout beer, making lactation cookies, adding brewers yeast and flax seed meal into smoothies and oatmeal, nursing on demand, pumping. I just feel like breastfeeding was against me from the beginning. Milk not coming in for 3 weeks, having to use a shield, not making enough. I feel like my entire maternity leave was spend revolving around trying to feed my baby. I just cant do it anymore.

But its weird. I never one time felt bad about having to supplement her with formula. Maybe its because I always nursed her before giving her a bottle? Maybe because there is just a feeling of satisfaction being able to pump something from my own body to feed my child? I don't know, but it sucks and I am sad. I just cant spend anymore time or emotions fighting this.

Hugs. I know how you feel. It gets better slowly.

[Deleted]

I haven't been around much because I'm trying to keep it together sanity-wise. I lost it on Wednesday and slapped DS and felt like I did nothing but yell at him. And then of course cried. I'm not sure what's up with dd but she's been awful for 2 days. Her sleep has gone to shit. She won't sleep more than an hour or two laying down. She sleeps in 20 minute increments while being held. Wearing her does nothing. Even on a walk today she only slept for 40 minutes. I think Ive slept a total of 2 hours in 2 days. and I'm sick so I feel like crap. Ugh.

[iwantbacon]

macaronmama Im so sorry for your DH. Has or will he talk to someone to find out why?

[iwantbacon]

Big hugs @snuff9861

[fem]

@snuff9861 don't be too hard on yourself, sleep deprivation really screws with your mind.

[hikingmama222]

Hugs @snuff9861.