We used pants on DD or at least shorts. We did a lot of gowns too and plan to use them for this little guy.
I love the gowns as well. So much easier for diaper changes. I'm actually having trouble finding any in stores though. The ones we had we got rid of after DD was done with them. Where are you buying yours?
I saw some at BuyBuyBaby today if you have one nearby. Gerber makes them, but they're folded up in the package so it's hard to tell that they're gowns and not onesies.
For people who got nursing nightgowns where did you get them from? I never had one from DD and when I looked recently I didn't see much that I would even consider
For people who got nursing nightgowns where did you get them from? I never had one from DD and when I looked recently I didn't see much that I would even consider
I have one from DD to reuse that came with a robe. I'm not that crazy about it, because it has the hooks and they (usually the left) come undone on their own all the time. Annoying.
I also bought 2 new ones. This one I really love because it is so light, flowy and loose. It's from Kohls
And I found this on Amazon. It's nice too, but I like the Kohls one better. Not sure if I got the right size or not because I feel like my boobs are already popping out a bit. But all in all, I like.
Post by periwinkledaydreams on May 17, 2015 21:00:31 GMT -5
sully326, hows your cramping been today? I'm thinking mine is baby "getting in position" as it feels more like a constant ache than individual cramps or spasms now that I concentrate on it, and my bump definitely just dropped. I feel like I have an entirely different body today, not in a great way so much. 5 weeks goes by quick, right.....?
We used pants on DD or at least shorts. We did a lot of gowns too and plan to use them for this little guy.
I love the gowns as well. So much easier for diaper changes. I'm actually having trouble finding any in stores though. The ones we had we got rid of after DD was done with them. Where are you buying yours?
The boy ones I found a few places, Amazon, Carters, Walmart, Elderbeerman and target. Babies r us had a few also. I'm mobile. Are you having boy or girl? I can link some!
sully326, hows your cramping been today? I'm thinking mine is baby "getting in position" as it feels more like a constant ache than individual cramps or spasms now that I concentrate on it, and my bump definitely just dropped. I feel like I have an entirely different body today, not in a great way so much. 5 weeks goes by quick, right.....?
Yep. I think our bodies are doing the same thing! She's definitely dropped & I'm not comfortable.
How necessary are pants/ bottoms in the first few months, especially for summer babies? I was putting clothes away and this might be because I'm team green, but I have like 40 onesies for 0-3m and 2 pants.
we're on team footed sleepers.
I did have shorts for DS1 (march baby) at 3mo old, tho. So, maybe towards the end of the summer I'll switch it up.
+1 for footed sleepers. No searching for socks, matching tops/bottoms, nothing fiddly. DS basically lived in them the first four months.
And is your diaper bag "packed" yet, with diapers and wipes and burp cloths and such? I had major anxiety my first time out with DD even with my mom with me, but it was 90% due to my PPD and PPA. I'm thinking this one is a no too, right? I just keep passing my empty diaper bag and I feel like I need to do something, but it seems sort of silly at this point.
I lightly packed the diaper bag with several going home outfits(girl & boy choices), a pacifier, & receiving blanket. My sister delivered at the same hospital and said to take everything that the hospital gives-diapers, pads for you, etc.. so I figured an nearly empty diaper bag would be a perfect place to stash those things.
For people who got nursing nightgowns where did you get them from? I never had one from DD and when I looked recently I didn't see much that I would even consider
I just got a couple from the destination maternity inside buy buy baby... one of them also had a robe. I figured I would want something comfy that didn't include pants while my business was a crime scene anyway. The clearance was an additional 30% off when I went on Wednesday, added bonus! Can't find pics online, or I would show ya.
The boy ones I found a few places, Amazon, Carters, Walmart, Elderbeerman and target. Babies r us had a few also. I'm mobile. Are you having boy or girl? I can link some!
Thanks! Having a girl. The last few times I've been to WalMart and target I haven't seen any. I did see a few at buy buy baby, but they were like $25 just for one! I will have to look at amazon.
Kohls also has a bunch on sale right now! I got some from Walmart that were packaged Carters hanging. I know they had several girl options. About $8 for two.
And is your diaper bag "packed" yet, with diapers and wipes and burp cloths and such? I had major anxiety my first time out with DD even with my mom with me, but it was 90% due to my PPD and PPA. I'm thinking this one is a no too, right? I just keep passing my empty diaper bag and I feel like I need to do something, but it seems sort of silly at this point.
I lightly packed the diaper bag with several going home outfits(girl & boy choices), a pacifier, & receiving blanket. My sister delivered at the same hospital and said to take everything that the hospital gives-diapers, pads for you, etc.. so I figured an nearly empty diaper bag would be a perfect place to stash those things.
That is a good point! I forget if we did that with DD or not, but there was definitely tons of stuff for the taking, so we need room to put all of that stuff, somewhere.
For people who got nursing nightgowns where did you get them from? I never had one from DD and when I looked recently I didn't see much that I would even consider
I just got a couple from the destination maternity inside buy buy baby... one of them also had a robe. I figured I would want something comfy that didn't include pants while my business was a crime scene anyway. The clearance was an additional 30% off when I went on Wednesday, added bonus! Can't find pics online, or I would show ya.
Hmmm yeah maybe I should just go back to Destination Maternity since I like actually being able to try stuff on. The last time I was there though there was this crazy sales woman that wouldn't leave me alone despite repeated reminders that I'm a STM. And then since she gave me a coupon she called my cell phone several times thereafter to remind me to come back into the store to use it (again, STM, didn't really need that much stuff); I almost had to block her number.
This one popped into my head in the middle of the night while I was tossing and turning: if you swaddle a baby to put them down to sleep, do you un-swaddle their arms when you breastfeed them? We have the swaddlers that open at the bottom for diaper changes, but I wasn't sure if babies arms should be free while they're feeding in the middle of the night.
I use pretty sensitive stuff anyways b/c DH has speshul, delicate skin. One of my friends is like "Noooooo! Special baby soap only" and the other (both have LOs) laughed heartily and told me not to worry about stuff like that. Ive already washed some stuff but now paranoia is starting to set in...
I think Dreft is heavily perfumed and I can't stand the smell. Tide Free and Clear is what we use.
I use pretty sensitive stuff anyways b/c DH has speshul, delicate skin. One of my friends is like "Noooooo! Special baby soap only" and the other (both have LOs) laughed heartily and told me not to worry about stuff like that. Ive already washed some stuff but now paranoia is starting to set in...
I just used free and clear detergent with DD's clothes until she got a little older. I'm doing the same with this LO. I feel like baby detergent is just a marketing thing. The scent is so strong, I can't imagine it's gentler on their skin than any other detergent.
Laundry-we have always been a Gain Original family here. I have super sensitive skin and it has never irritated me. I asked our pediatrician about it and he said that it doesn't really matter what you use but obviously if baby has a reaction to it to change. He also said a reaction would be no more than a rash and they are touching your clothes and close to your body all of the time so they are in contact with what you use anyway so no need to use different soap for baby vs everyone else. If baby has a reaction to detergent you have to switch yours as well.
I just have to add that Dreft is definitely a marketing ploy. It has the same makeup as Tide, with two additional enzymes (so that helps to break down bodily fluids better) and a different fragrance. It's no more gentle than Tide at all.
I use pretty sensitive stuff anyways b/c DH has speshul, delicate skin. One of my friends is like "Noooooo! Special baby soap only" and the other (both have LOs) laughed heartily and told me not to worry about stuff like that. Ive already washed some stuff but now paranoia is starting to set in...
We used a free and clear detergent for the first 2 months or so (we just used it for all laundry). Dreft actually is really scented and in personally don't like it. My LO didn't end up having highly sensitive skin, but it is good to wash initially in a free and clear (no dye, no scent) because baby is new to the world...
I use pretty sensitive stuff anyways b/c DH has speshul, delicate skin. One of my friends is like "Noooooo! Special baby soap only" and the other (both have LOs) laughed heartily and told me not to worry about stuff like that. Ive already washed some stuff but now paranoia is starting to set in...
I use the Free & Clear detergent for all of DS's stuff because he has really sensitive skin. I figure we'll use in for this LO as well until we know how his/her skin is.
This one popped into my head in the middle of the night while I was tossing and turning: if you swaddle a baby to put them down to sleep, do you un-swaddle their arms when you breastfeed them? We have the swaddlers that open at the bottom for diaper changes, but I wasn't sure if babies arms should be free while they're feeding in the middle of the night.
I use pretty sensitive stuff anyways b/c DH has speshul, delicate skin. One of my friends is like "Noooooo! Special baby soap only" and the other (both have LOs) laughed heartily and told me not to worry about stuff like that. Ive already washed some stuff but now paranoia is starting to set in...
All free & clear (it's safe on cloth diapers as well)
This one popped into my head in the middle of the night while I was tossing and turning: if you swaddle a baby to put them down to sleep, do you un-swaddle their arms when you breastfeed them? We have the swaddlers that open at the bottom for diaper changes, but I wasn't sure if babies arms should be free while they're feeding in the middle of the night.
Personally, I unswaddle them to wake them a bit. If you leave them swaddled, it is easier for them to fall back asleep while eating and they may not get enough and be up again in an hour to feed again.
This exactly. We often stripped DD down to her diaper only because she struggled staying awake so much, especially during that first week or two when her doctor wanted to see her gaining some weight. Before I had her, I was all "Im going to nurse her quietly in the dark so she doesn't get her days and nights confused." Wrong. We tried everything to get her to wake enough to focus on eating ...tickling feet, cold washcloths, blowing on her, etc. So for us, she definitely needed to come unswaddled.
I'm not sure if this is a stupid question, but for you second time moms out there---Did you make living wills before you went to L&D? I don't know why I didn't think of this. My husband has one because he's in the military, but I do not.
We did not, and still haven't. It's something we bring up every few months like, "Oh, we should do that." but we never do....
I'm not sure if this is a stupid question, but for you second time moms out there---Did you make living wills before you went to L&D? I don't know why I didn't think of this. My husband has one because he's in the military, but I do not.
We did not, and still haven't. It's something we bring up every few months like, "Oh, we should do that." but we never do....
+1 exact same thing. It's on our list of "important things we need to do but never get around to doing"
For people who got nursing nightgowns where did you get them from? I never had one from DD and when I looked recently I didn't see much that I would even consider
I got one from kohls with a robe...but now I want that one posted!
This one popped into my head in the middle of the night while I was tossing and turning: if you swaddle a baby to put them down to sleep, do you un-swaddle their arms when you breastfeed them? We have the swaddlers that open at the bottom for diaper changes, but I wasn't sure if babies arms should be free while they're feeding in the middle of the night.
I'm not sure how usual this is but they emphasize skin to skin for the first month at the hospital I delivered at so when I went to a lactation specialist they told me every time you breastfeed to just have them in a diaper and you can take a receiving blanket and drape it on the outside of the baby while you are skin to skin. I did this for any day time feeds. For nighttime I kept his PJs on while BFing and removed the whole swaddle since he always pooped after I fed him so it was pointless to keep him swaddled. I think swaddle arms out for nighttime would be fine though too. Full swaddle technique while BF sounds strange and restrictive for baby but maybe it just me.
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