Post by hummingbird125 on Aug 17, 2016 2:31:36 GMT -5
So THIS is what being exhausted feels like! I'm laughing at my former self for ever daring to use that word now...
Baby ate at 12:30, 1:30, and 2:30 so far tonight, somehow soaked through his diaper, swaddle, sheet, and mattress pad (we are now officially in size one diapers, hoping that helps contain future pees), and now he refuses to sleep anywhere but on my chest. So, I'm lying here awake, waiting for him to want to eat next while DH tries to fall asleep - I figure it makes no sense for both of us to get no sleep.
I broke down in tears once already, but now I'm just trying to stay positive because although sleep would be awesome, it's not like I actually have to DO anything tomorrow other than keep feeding this baby, right?
hummingbird125, I feel bad but its late, I am stressed, and I can't remember off the top... little dude is your first kid, right?
The first couple weeks with DD were terrifying, sleepless, boobs everywhere, tiny floppy babything I had no idea what to do with... I don't have a lot of real memories of that time, but I remember the breathless overwhelming feeling of it all. It DOES smooth out, especially with a DH willing to go sleepless sometimes, too, and family or friends who can just hold baby between bouts of feeding so you don't have to ever quite wake all the way up when you NEED to get some rest.
Tbh, I am a little afraid of the same thing this time around, my second kid. I am scared I will be so bogged down and be regretful and upset and my toddler will suffer for it... but I do, I keep reminding myself that it will get less hectic, a routine of sorts will be established, and we will all survive.
Do you have a swing or anything that has its own motion to lay baby boy in after he dozes off? I spent many nights feeding DD to sleep, then putting her in her bouncy chair by my bed, or sometimes in her swing by the couch if I was sleeping out there, and we would get a couple hours that way, and longer as she got a little older. Maybe you coukd ease him into sleeping not on your chest that way?
Hugs hummingbird125. You just made, carried, and delivered an entire new human. You have every right to be exhausted. Let your hubs do all the other things: burping, changing, etc. it will help a lot.
I don't have a boy, but I remember other moms saying how important it is to point his little penis down in the diaper to help contain the pee. We are in size 1s now too to help contain the poop blowouts.
It will get easier and with each hard stage just repeat "This too shall pass."
More big hugs. I hope that you are getting some sleep out there.
Post by gratefulgirl on Aug 17, 2016 3:57:48 GMT -5
hummingbird125 - DD3 was up every 1/2 to 1 hour for 6 hours every night until my milk came in and a bit after. The LC/nurse at my pediatricians' reminded me that it was her getting back to birth weight and building my supply
Sleep is not great now because her genes don't include "great newborn sleeper," but a lot better. And it does get better still.
I'm right there with you hummingbird125. I never knew it was possible to feel this tired. I spend most of my awake time wondering if I can really do this.
Post by remylove1011 on Aug 17, 2016 5:06:20 GMT -5
Good morning ladies!! I'm headed to work again today. I'm thinking baby girl may make me wait until 41 weeks for induction instead of deciding to show up on her own some time this week. The bright side is, hopefully my MIL will push back her visit and we'd have a few days home with baby before she swoops in.
Sorry for all the sleepless night going on. I look forward to being sleepless for those reasons very soon! And I fully anticipate coming here with all my questions and worries since I'll have no clue what I'm doing!
Me (30) MH (32) Dx: MFI (low all the things) M. 10/11. TTC Since 01/14 IUI#1-3(Letrozole + Trigger) = BFN Second Opinion. Changed RE's. IVF 09/15 Long Lupron 12R/9M/8F, Transferred 1=BFN. 4 frosties. FET #1 12/15 Transferred 1 (3 still on ice)
Omg the sleep deprivation is soo bad at first. I'm at 4 weeks now & it is getting better as her stomach is getting bigger & she can take more and go longer stretches between feedings. Also as you get to know your baby more you learn what works & what doesn't which helps too. Mine only likes to sleep on me (or anyone really) but we have made progress with getting her to sleep on her own safe surface. The arms reach co-sleeper has worked well for this. My baby is also realllly loud and chatty in her sleep and thank goodness I'm getting used to this & can start to sleep through until she's hysterical (hungry). My husband can't so he sleeps in a different room for now (ever since he went back to work). It sucks but this way he gets more rest so when I need a nap he can take over for me. I look forward to her stomach getting even bigger
hummingbird125 ditto others that it gets easier. My oldest DS peed out of every diaper. His little legs were so skinny that we couldn't get a diaper with a snug enough fit at the leg gussets, and for a good 10 days we were changing his diaper, sleeper and swaddle blanket at every night time feeding. But it got better. He chunked up and we found a diapering solution that worked for him (in our case, it was cloth ). He also became a more efficient eater as he got bigger and stronger. Get as much rest as you can; I know it can be hard to keep perspective in the thick of exhaustion but I promise this is a relatively short phase
My super soaker boobs have really kicked into gear and are properly spraying C in the face and throat now And she has started making a scrunchy "yuck" face on her sleep sometimes like maybe she is having some reflux? I am wondering if I am lookingvat a 3 for 3 dairy intolerance situation.
Hugs, hummingbird125. The sleep deprivation is so tough. As for diapers, I have a girl but she has been in size one diapers since she was about 3 days old.
Sorry about the anesthesia, shehulk723. I would be disappointed too. But I'm glad you get to meet your LO soon!
DD3 has me up before the older ones today. But it's kind of nice to enjoy some coffee in the peace and quiet before their craziness begins.
I am taking them to a big play place that's free at a local church today. I'm hoping DD2 does ok (she is still kind of young) because it would be a nice place to let them burn off some energy on rainy days or this winter.
Today is the bris and baby naming ceremony. My stomach is tied in knots this morning. I am so not ready to be in public with the babies and so nervous about the circumcision itself.
Today is the bris and baby naming ceremony. My stomach is tied in knots this morning. I am so not ready to be in public with the babies and so nervous about the circumcision itself.
Me (30) MH (32) Dx: MFI (low all the things) M. 10/11. TTC Since 01/14 IUI#1-3(Letrozole + Trigger) = BFN Second Opinion. Changed RE's. IVF 09/15 Long Lupron 12R/9M/8F, Transferred 1=BFN. 4 frosties. FET #1 12/15 Transferred 1 (3 still on ice)
shehulk723 I'm sorry about the anesthesia, but soon you'll be holding a gorgeous little baby and it will all be so worth it! I'll be thinking of you today, hope all goes well!!
hummingbird125 it gets easier with time I promise. The feedings will become less often. You will get a full nights sleep again. Try to get a good nap in during the day of possible. Like eaglewife said, you just grew a human. Don't be afraid to ask for help now. Also, eaglewife, I totally didn't think about pointing it down to help with leaks. I'm over here like how the hell does this kid keep peeing up and out of his diaper. It all makes sense now (clearly I'm not used to working with this type of equipment lol)
theophania hopefully this is the real deal for you!!
MW appointment this am, and since DH's boss is sending him OOT (2+ hours away) for the day I had them do a cvx check for piece of mind. I think I'm the only woman who at 39wks was happy to hear she's had no change since 36wks. Between DH being gone today and my doula having a client schedule an induction for tomorrow night (3 wks early...) I'm ok with letting little girl bake for a few more days...
Post by hashbrownnofilter on Aug 17, 2016 8:46:32 GMT -5
Just dropping in to say that Baby Hashbrown made her appearance early this morning! I had a quick labor and only pushed for 5 minutes. We are both doing well. I'll update more later. 😊
Just dropping in to say that Baby Hashbrown made her appearance early this morning! I had a quick labor and only pushed for 5 minutes. We are both doing well. I'll update more later. 😊
I'm in the 2 day time frame where I actually don't want the baby to come. Well, 1 day I guess. Tomorrow is my disabled sister's birthday. She's a forever child when it comes to her birthday (which is so nice and refreshing, but her birthday is and always will be SO important to her) so I really don't want her to have to share her day. Obviously, we'd make the day special for both of them individually, but it would just be easier if it wasn't the same day. So stay put, baby!
I'm in the 2 day time frame where I actually don't want the baby to come. Well, 1 day I guess. Tomorrow is my disabled sister's birthday. She's a forever child when it comes to her birthday (which is so nice and refreshing, but her birthday is and always will be SO important to her) so I really don't want her to have to share her day. Obviously, we'd make the day special for both of them individually, but it would just be easier if it wasn't the same day. So stay put, baby!
My niece's birthday is tomorrow!! She'll be five. I really don't want my kid to share a birthday with her so I get it. I actually don't want to share a birthday with my own kid, either. August is a minefield of birthdays in my family!
How old is your sister tomorrow? HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO HER!!! :-)
Just dropping in to say that Baby Hashbrown made her appearance early this morning! I had a quick labor and only pushed for 5 minutes. We are both doing well. I'll update more later. 😊
Imma just going to drop this post from you yesterday right here.
Is there an end date in sight? (c-section, induction, etc) Nope.
How are you feeling? Rants/raves, etc. I guess I can't complain, since I'm really not due for another 10 days, but I'm ready for this baby to be here. I just feel like she is totally out of room and it's painful. I am also so ready for the commentary to stop. Everyone has an opinion about when I'll go into labor, and it's annoying.
What TV show are you most looking forward to starting up again this fall? Jane the Virgin - it's my silly guilty pleasure show.
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