Post by motownthrowdown on Aug 25, 2015 5:34:24 GMT -5
I fixed my pump! The little white membranes had started to tear, so DH went out and bought new ones, plus picked up dinner. So now my boobs are making up for the shitty suction and only getting in five pumping sessions instead of eight. I pumped at 4am and got double my usual amount. I'm pumping again, an hour and a half later, and I'm already at my usual again. I'm still on letdown mode. My boobs already feel so much better though.
Being engorged makes me wonder if that's what it feels like to have a boob job.
I was up until 4 with some pretty steady contractions that got to be 5 min apart. But they didn't hurt like I thought they would so I waited and then they died down and I finally fell asleep.. DS and DH are still sleeping and I'm logged into my work computer already so that I don't have to take today as part of my leave if something happens.
Post by runningmommy519 on Aug 25, 2015 6:37:23 GMT -5
I love my mom and we are super close but sometimes she hurts my feelings. I mentioned yesterday about how I was nervous to take care of both kids alone and how I was worried, (ds1 is very defiant and doesn't listen. That on top of his sensory needs and his hyperactivity....). She says "I must have been wonder women. I took care of you 3 kids on my own a lot because your dad worked all the time. Gee thanks mom.. I said that to her. Plus I said "thanks for making me feel like a shit parent" she responded saying something like ",no I just don't know how I did it"
She found a picture of me from about 2 yr ago and says "wow look at this picture. You're so skinny. You look anorexic" gee thanks mom. For the record. I have NEVER been in the "healthy range" for my height. In fact, in that photo I was technically "over weight" I was about 145 lbs which is technically overweight for someone of my height.
Noah just fell asleep again. Now he has the hiccups and he's pissed about it. I really wish we didn't cluster feed from midnight-4am though. That's so tiring.
I love my mom and we are super close but sometimes she hurts my feelings. I mentioned yesterday about how I was nervous to take care of both kids alone and how I was worried, (ds1 is very defiant and doesn't listen. That on top of his sensory needs and his hyperactivity....). She says "I must have been wonder women. I took care of you 3 kids on my own a lot because your dad worked all the time. Gee thanks mom.. I said that to her. Plus I said "thanks for making me feel like a shit parent" she responded saying something like ",no I just don't know how I did it"
She found a picture of me from about 2 yr ago and says "wow look at this picture. You're so skinny. You look anorexic" gee thanks mom. For the record. I have NEVER been in the "healthy range" for my height. In fact, in that photo I was technically "over weight" I was about 145 lbs which is technically overweight for someone of my height.
Post by gingerygirl on Aug 25, 2015 7:07:10 GMT -5
Ugh Jacks leaked out of his diaper and I didn't noticed until I had already picked him up and snuggled him. So I had to change out of my super comfy jammies and change him and give him a good wipe down. Been up for 20 minutes and I already want to take a nap.
Post by oopsiedaisies on Aug 25, 2015 7:34:56 GMT -5
runningmommy519, ugh, I'm sorry that your mom is oblivious to the hurtful things that she says.
I was sleeping pretty well last night until about 4 or 5 this morning when contractions picked back up...got a text just as I had fallen back asleep from my dad (6 hr time difference) asking if there was any baby action and I replied with you're waking a sleeping bear. Radio silence.
H just left to take DD to preschool and to the gym for himself, and I'm going to my 'hopefully' final appointment! Do you hear that baby? Final appointment.
Oh, and if you've never watched it, Lucy is a weird ass movie. My H and I just kept looking at each other like what the hell...very strange.
It's 5:45 am and I'm in the middle of my 2nd MOTN feeding. That's right, #2 and not #8. So that means we finally stopped cluster feeding and got some much needed sleep! I can only pray this continues (it usually doesn't).
I worked out last night. I didn't do too much, took it super easy, but it felt amazing!!
Post by livnluv2010 on Aug 25, 2015 7:51:44 GMT -5
I need a nap already too! Mia was so fussy all night. I have to head into work today to help my Sub get set up for the year. I'm a teacher and was supposed to meet with her the last day of school in June but I kinda went into labor that day instead. I'm dreading the 45 minute commute and just being there. I really need a nap!
Good news about wife's friend! She delivered last night at 31 weeks. She had a large placenta so baby was 4 pounds and 16 inches. He's breathing on his own and was able to stay in the room with Mom. He needs to gain a bit of weight before he goes home, but Mom and baby are doing great!
As for me, 40+2 today. No signs labor is coming any time soon. Eviction date is Friday. Still working. Still sleeping well and feeling great. Got asked if I was having twins for the first time yesterday... by a stranger. But! Also told by a woman in the office that I look great and my belly is so beautiful and perfectly round. So. Makes up for the first comment!
Post by elizabethnevadap on Aug 25, 2015 8:47:52 GMT -5
Jack and I just made a pan of baked oatmeal, he was in the ring sling and I got butter all over him. Butterboy gets a bath when he wakes up. Parenting win or parenting fail? Hmm.
I turned into a EPer and that was not my goal out of the gate. I EP'ed with DS1 starting pretty early because I went back to work at 6 weeks PP but my plan this time was to at least get to 8 weeks before introducing bottles. Since I couldn't hold DS2 while he was in the NICU (because of Cath) I had to pump. I'm actually okay with this though because my supply is good and I know exactly how much he eats in a feed (2 oz! I feel like that is a lot for a 9 day old but he isn't up to Birth Weight yet so whatever haha).
My mom asked me last night when I was going to get back in the gym - um when I'm cleared. At 6 weeks. Thanks.
Oh! Another random... We have been tracking Logan's input/output and he had 9! Pee diapers yesterday and 7 the day before! We follow up with Urology tomorrow for Bladder and Kidney US so with these outputs I'm optimistic for great scans
Jack and I just made a pan of baked oatmeal, he was in the ring sling and I got butter all over him. Butterboy gets a bath when he wakes up. Parenting win or parenting fail? Hmm.
It's moisturizing. Right? They put olive oil in lotion. Let's go with that.
I turned into a EPer and that was not my goal out of the gate. I EP'ed with DS1 starting pretty early because I went back to work at 6 weeks PP but my plan this time was to at least get to 8 weeks before introducing bottles. Since I couldn't hold DS2 while he was in the NICU (because of Cath) I had to pump. I'm actually okay with this though because my supply is good and I know exactly how much he eats in a feed (2 oz! I feel like that is a lot for a 9 day old but he isn't up to Birth Weight yet so whatever haha).
My mom asked me last night when I was going to get back in the gym - um when I'm cleared. At 6 weeks. Thanks.
I'm also an accidental ep-er. Part of me is pissed because I want to breastfeed and couldn't for so long and now she needs fortifier so I still can't. And then part of me is reassured because, like you, I can track amounts and know how much she eats.
My mom is driving me crazy already. If she doesn't stop telling me the world is ending and I'm going to be responsible for my child's death and she won't get saved bc of me and I need to go back to church before it's too late, I'm going to say something I really regret. My mom is the type who knows best for everyone. They're also extremely upset that we chose our friend to be the potential legal guardian of LO in case something happens to us. Which I get, but how do I explain I want my daughter to have nothing with their crazy religion that drove me to depression and suicide?
My mom is driving me crazy already. If she doesn't stop telling me the world is ending and I'm going to be responsible for my child's death and she won't get saved bc of me and I need to go back to church before it's too late, I'm going to say something I really regret. My mom is the type who knows best for everyone. They're also extremely upset that we chose our friend to be the potential legal guardian of LO in case something happens to us. Which I get, but how do I explain I want my daughter to have nothing with their crazy religion that drove me to depression and suicide?
.....ummmmmm.
You can have my crazy mom trophy. And some cookies. I'm so sorry.
I have no idea what I'm doing wrong. Delilah hasn't nursed for 3 hours so I thought I'd break out the pump to see how it goes. I got less than half an ounce. Are the shields too big? Too small?
I love my mom and we are super close but sometimes she hurts my feelings. I mentioned yesterday about how I was nervous to take care of both kids alone and how I was worried, (ds1 is very defiant and doesn't listen. That on top of his sensory needs and his hyperactivity....). She says "I must have been wonder women. I took care of you 3 kids on my own a lot because your dad worked all the time. Gee thanks mom.. I said that to her. Plus I said "thanks for making me feel like a shit parent" she responded saying something like ",no I just don't know how I did it"
She found a picture of me from about 2 yr ago and says "wow look at this picture. You're so skinny. You look anorexic" gee thanks mom. For the record. I have NEVER been in the "healthy range" for my height. In fact, in that photo I was technically "over weight" I was about 145 lbs which is technically overweight for someone of my height.
I'm hoping your mom was merely reflecting as opposed to attacking/making a comment on your parenting. Sorry she made you feel bad but we all know how amazing you are doing!
My mom makes the skinny comments too and I just have to let it go. She has zero self-confidence and I don't think she is actively commenting on my weight (pre-pregnancy)...or at least that is what I keep telling myself. Hugs to you!
Post by oopsiedaisies on Aug 25, 2015 9:53:36 GMT -5
kaeguri, love tit for the sleep, not the comments from your mom. I'm sorry...I hope that things get better with her.
No additional progress on the dilation front...she offered an induction and I turned it down...I'm not overdue yet, despite being super uncomfortable. So, I scheduled my next appt for 40.1 instead.
Post by tmclawchick on Aug 25, 2015 10:48:05 GMT -5
Morning! My right nipple was bleeding overnight and I'm being a gigantic baby about it. I need to pump to at least give myself some relief on that side and I'm pretty much convinced that it's going to be horrific. So I'm on here and trying to work up the courage to do it of course.
Other than that, things are good today DH and DS are getting measured for tuxes for a friend's wedding, then they're heading to the grocery store to pick up some essentials. DH's family is coming this evening to meet Nora, and I think they're taking DS back to NJ for a few days to spoil him. Nora is sleeping in the rocker and I'm bingewatching Parks & Recreation. High fives all around!
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