Randoms June 27

[ice61313]

The nesting days carrier is amazing!

Thank you to whoever recommended it! silvermelody was it you?

[silvermelody]

It was not me but I'm glad you like it! How are you and new baby doing?

[ice61313]

Jun 27, 2016 10:26:43 GMT -5 silvermelody said:

It was not me but I'm glad you like it! How are you and new baby doing?

Good! Thanks for asking. Pacifier and a little supplementing has helped tremendously with breastfeeding!

[ice61313]

Just went back and looked... sosayweall thank you!!

[peachesncream]

I am so glad BFing is going better! I found out that DD has lost an ounce since her check on Thursday so after driving myself nuts for 3 days trying to make BFing work I am throwing in the towel. Sorry, kid.

I think I will let DH handle every MOTN feeding for the next few weeks to celebrate.

[ice61313]

Jun 27, 2016 15:13:39 GMT -5 peachesncream said:

I am so glad BFing is going better! I found out that DD has lost an ounce since her check on Thursday so after driving myself nuts for 3 days trying to make BFing work I am throwing in the towel. Sorry, kid.

I think I will let DH handle every MOTN feeding for the next few weeks to celebrate.

We have a weight check tomorrow. I feel like it should be good. How old is your DD now? I'd totally make DH do MOTN feedings!

[peachesncream]

Jun 27, 2016 15:24:23 GMT -5 ice61313 said:

Jun 27, 2016 15:13:39 GMT -5 peachesncream said:

I am so glad BFing is going better! I found out that DD has lost an ounce since her check on Thursday so after driving myself nuts for 3 days trying to make BFing work I am throwing in the towel. Sorry, kid.

I think I will let DH handle every MOTN feeding for the next few weeks to celebrate.

We have a weight check tomorrow. I feel like it should be good. How old is your DD now? I'd totally make DH do MOTN feedings!

She is almost 4 months!  I am spoiled, most nights are only 1 wakeup.  Maybe with a full tummy she'll sleep through the night but I really can't complain, even 1-2 times a night is an improvement on DD1 at that age!

[ice61313]

Jun 27, 2016 15:27:04 GMT -5 peachesncream said:

Jun 27, 2016 15:24:23 GMT -5 ice61313 said:

We have a weight check tomorrow. I feel like it should be good. How old is your DD now? I'd totally make DH do MOTN feedings!

She is almost 4 months!  I am spoiled, most nights are only 1 wakeup.  Maybe with a full tummy she'll sleep through the night but I really can't complain, even 1-2 times a night is an improvement on DD1 at that age!

Hey you did awesome going that long!! Your H should easily manage 1-2 wake ups

[inaya]

I need to get better at being an adult and start going to bed earlier.

I have an Aflac rep coming by soon to talk about short term disability stuff since we're thinking about TTC in a few months. Anyone have any info or advice? Worth it or no?

[peachesncream]

Jun 27, 2016 15:55:24 GMT -5 inaya said:

I need to get better at being an adult and start going to bed earlier.

I have an Aflac rep coming by soon to talk about short term disability stuff since we're thinking about TTC in a few months. Anyone have any info or advice? Worth it or no?

What (if any) coverage will you have through your employer for STD?

[briarrose]

ice61313, glad that bf is going better! the paci really helped me early on too! some babies just love to suck constantly.

[ice61313]

Jun 27, 2016 17:25:27 GMT -5 briarrose said:

ice61313, glad that bf is going better! the paci really helped me early on too! some babies just love to suck constantly.

Right?! I mean, yeah, it probably helped my milk come in, but I was curling my toes and gritting my teeth everytime she'd latch!

[annbuhdan]

Well in the last 12 hours, Anna has cried/whined more than any other activity! One of those days, I guess. And i can't even plop down with a glass of wine to reward myself for getting through this day. Sometimes life isn't fair, haha.

[ice61313]

Jun 27, 2016 18:54:55 GMT -5 annbuhdan said:

Well in the last 12 hours, Anna has cried/whined more than any other activity! One of those days, I guess. And i can't even plop down with a glass of wine to reward myself for getting through this day. Sometimes life isn't fair, haha.

Those days are THE WORST.

[inaya]

Jun 27, 2016 16:05:08 GMT -5 peachesncream said:

Jun 27, 2016 15:55:24 GMT -5 inaya said:

I need to get better at being an adult and start going to bed earlier.

I have an Aflac rep coming by soon to talk about short term disability stuff since we're thinking about TTC in a few months. Anyone have any info or advice? Worth it or no?

What (if any) coverage will you have through your employer for STD?

None. But I do live in California where we have Paid Family Leave that extends beyond STD another 6 weeks. So I've got about 12 weeks of 55% pay through the government, nothing except vacation days from my employer.

[peachesncream]

Jun 28, 2016 17:12:14 GMT -5 inaya said:

Jun 27, 2016 16:05:08 GMT -5 peachesncream said:

What (if any) coverage will you have through your employer for STD?

None. But I do live in California where we have Paid Family Leave that extends beyond STD another 6 weeks. So I've got about 12 weeks of 55% pay through the government, nothing except vacation days from my employer.

I tend to be hesitant with these types of things but I would do your own cost/benefit analysis. I think AFLAC would probably only add 5% to your STD to bring it up to 60% but I am pulling that out of my ass and Google. They have hospital indemnity plans but the payout seems minimal ($500/day when you could only be there 2 days) compared to the premiums. Between vacation days and living in CA I think you've got a sweet deal already!

[otepoti]

In the wake of a tummy bug in our house, Max's last nappy was by far the worst I have ever seen, worse than any newborn poop.

[ice61313]

Jun 29, 2016 11:07:41 GMT -5 otepoti said:

In the wake of a tummy bug in our house, Max's last nappy was by far the worst I have ever seen, worse than any newborn poop.

Oh no! Hope you guys feel better asap!

[otepoti]

@yodasmom, I wouldn't do that to you all Hahaha.

[otepoti]

We are feeling better (apart from mister farty pants mc poopy) but boy being off work has made the week drag by. I just want Monday already and baby scan.

[gahorseygal]

I enjoy breastfeeding but this kid is struggling with my right nipple. He can't get a good latch and it hurts when he eats and throbs afterwards. I only feed one side unless he's super hungry so I plan my pumping so that I pump the right side more often! I'm hoping it gets better as he gets bigger.

[vk]

Happy fake Birthday to @bazi45!!! I remember last year you said you signed up with a random day and today it is!

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Jul 1, 2016 5:32:41 GMT -5 vk said:

Happy fake Birthday to @bazi45!!! I remember last year you said you signed up with a random day and today it is!

Happy fake birthday to me!!! I will celebrate anyway.

[peachesncream]

I have started thinking about DD1's (small, family only, non-extravagant) birthday party. Her favorite movie right now is Home. Do you know how impossible it is to find anything party themed from the movie Home?!? All I want are like some plates and cups. Should have just gone with Finding Dory, good grief.

[annapunkalunka]

Jul 1, 2016 8:21:03 GMT -5 peachesncream said:

I have started thinking about DD1's (small, family only, non-extravagant) birthday party. Her favorite movie right now is Home. Do you know how impossible it is to find anything party themed from the movie Home?!? All I want are like some plates and cups. Should have just gone with Finding Dory, good grief.

That's why we're doing finding nemo. Super easy to find stuff right now. Maybe etsy would have some Home stuff???

[gratefulgirl]

Jul 1, 2016 8:21:03 GMT -5 peachesncream said:

I have started thinking about DD1's (small, family only, non-extravagant) birthday party. Her favorite movie right now is Home. Do you know how impossible it is to find anything party themed from the movie Home?!? All I want are like some plates and cups. Should have just gone with Finding Dory, good grief.

In the past I've printed off stuff instead of doing cups and plates. Cut out things and tape them to both sides of a toothpick for cupcake toppers, put a sign on the door, fold over little labels for food. That way I can do whatever theme I want and not have to worry what's for sale anywhere.

[aaemommy]

Jul 2, 2016 10:09:34 GMT -5 gratefulgirl said:

Jul 1, 2016 8:21:03 GMT -5 peachesncream said:

I have started thinking about DD1's (small, family only, non-extravagant) birthday party. Her favorite movie right now is Home. Do you know how impossible it is to find anything party themed from the movie Home?!? All I want are like some plates and cups. Should have just gone with Finding Dory, good grief.

In the past I've printed off stuff instead of doing cups and plates. Cut out things and tape them to both sides of a toothpick for cupcake toppers, put a sign on the door, fold over little labels for food. That way I can do whatever theme I want and not have to worry what's for sale anywhere.

This is a great idea! Then you can just get paper products in solid colors that match what you're printing. Genius!