I had big plans today. Sort the kitchen and pantry, and unpack from our weekend away. LO is in the part of the growth spurt were he's either crying, eating, or sleeping in my arms because heaven forbid I out him down. I'm also supposed to meet up with someone at 2. So far all I've done today is burned my oatmeal.
This been my day, plus 2 kids. So LO cried while I made mac and cheese.
Post by sugarkissed on Jul 13, 2015 14:17:40 GMT -5
Tried going for a walk, toddler had a meltdown in the middle of the sidewalk. That was fun. Now both kids are currently napping at the same time and I managed to make myself lunch and clean up a bit. I don't know what I did to deserve such a wonderful reward, but I'm enjoying every minute of it.
We are in the same boat here weather wise. Heat index is supposed to reach 115 today. Yuck! We just walked to the park, it's only about 1/2 mile and I am already drenched in sweat. Although the baby strapped to my chest may be contributing to that...
Nice job! Dang, 115. I'm dying at 80s. I carried/wore DS2 too much this weekend to the point that things became very painful downstairs so I have to avoid that right now, it is still painful to sit. I ended up taking them to a petting zoo/farm this morning where I knew I could keep DS2 in the stroller the whole time other than nursing and yet run DS1 wild so he will nap now. Seems to have worked! Only 4 more days until the weekend...
bruunk, Isn't it insane how difficult it is to get anything done? Today I ate cereal while nursing and dripped milk all over DB's wrap. Meanwhile milk from my breasts is dripping down my tank top as he chugs away. Then we both took a 3-hour nap. And that's my day so far!
I'd wear milk all day if that meant I got a 3 hour nap!
DB has been napping like a champion lately! It's so nice!
I had big plans today. Sort the kitchen and pantry, and unpack from our weekend away. LO is in the part of the growth spurt were he's either crying, eating, or sleeping in my arms because heaven forbid I out him down. I'm also supposed to meet up with someone at 2. So far all I've done today is burned my oatmeal.
This been my day, plus 2 kids. So LO cried while I made mac and cheese.
I am in awe of anyone doing this with more than one child -- an infant has me on my knees, the idea of an infant and a two year old makes me want to cry.
I'm guessing this is the 3 week growth spurt (but I feel like I've been saying that for days). Cranky and inconsolable when awake, can only sleep well and for any length of time in my arms, and lots of nursing? Boo.
Pediatrician was able to see us right away to have to baby looked at for thrush so I ran out of the house without a pad. Hoping there is no/minimal bleeding. Got to my OB and I have thrush so hopefully we can get this resolved quickly. Hope everyone is having a good day!$
Good news bad news here: I have thrush and she doesn't. I was able to catch it soon enough for her not to get it! They prescribed me a cream to use and I was given holistic advice from a friend that I am going to use as a precautionary for Jules and myself after the cream is done.
On the plus side also, I have been very paranoid about her gaining weight because she only nears for about 4-7 mins total when she eats and we haven't woken her up to nurse at night since day 3(per the Drs suggestion). I've been very wary of this since I see on here and a lot of my friends nurse for long periods of time and are up frequently at night to nurse. But turns out doc says J is a VERY efficient eater. She has gained a pound since her 3 day visit(3weeks old as of yesterday) and he said she is gaining weight at a better than normal pace. I am so happy about this and all my worries are gone(at least about her eating!)
Update on DS1 and his peeling hands: he has Hand Foot Mouth. It's a virus, so not much we can do but wait it out and give motrin as needed. Apparently it can also attack the hip joints, so he's limping around which is just about the saddest thing ever. "My can't walk, mom". Breaks your heart. But doc said he's on the tail-end of it and it should be better soon.
pghtruelove glad your LO doesn't have it! Feel better!
Update on DS1 and his peeling hands: he has Hand Foot Mouth. It's a virus, so not much we can do but wait it out and give motrin as needed. Apparently it can also attack the hip joints, so he's limping around which is just about the saddest thing ever. "My can't walk, mom". Breaks your heart. But doc said he's on the tail-end of it and it should be better soon.
pghtruelove glad your LO doesn't have it! Feel better!
Update on DS1 and his peeling hands: he has Hand Foot Mouth. It's a virus, so not much we can do but wait it out and give motrin as needed. Apparently it can also attack the hip joints, so he's limping around which is just about the saddest thing ever. "My can't walk, mom". Breaks your heart. But doc said he's on the tail-end of it and it should be better soon.
pghtruelove glad your LO doesn't have it! Feel better!
DH had this last fall, he was generally under the weather for about a week, and had sores on his hands and in his mouth. We were hyper vigilant and damn lucky the rest of us didn't get it.
I will join you. Cheers. DS2 napped like a champ during naptime. DS1? No nap and a total crab all afternoon/evening as a result. Thought I wore him out this morning and was golden; nope, apparently just wore myself out.
Update on DS1 and his peeling hands: he has Hand Foot Mouth. It's a virus, so not much we can do but wait it out and give motrin as needed. Apparently it can also attack the hip joints, so he's limping around which is just about the saddest thing ever. "My can't walk, mom". Breaks your heart. But doc said he's on the tail-end of it and it should be better soon.
pghtruelove glad your LO doesn't have it! Feel better!
Have you ever gotten HFM as an adult? It is awful! Like pins and needles. I hope your DS gets better soon, but I also hope you and baby don't get it!
So sorry @jemomma! I'm not sure how old your kiddos are, but could you implement a quiet time for them since they no longer nap so you could rest some? I'm not sure if that's a mythical beast from the land of Pinterest, but just a thought
LO is finally in a deep sleep - and he just pooped. I want to change it (diaper rash is finally gone, don't want it back!) but I don't want to wake him up... It's been a long day (I'll join you ladies for that drink!)
Post by musicfrk2002 on Jul 13, 2015 20:48:21 GMT -5
So this defibrillator I have to wear until mid-September? Insurance isn't approving it. After the cardiologist got approval before I left the hospital. It only costs $5000+ per month to rent, because you know I totally have 15K lying around to waste right now.
Currently lying in bed trying to take a nap and letting H deal with the crying baby. They do eventually do things other than eat, pee, poop, sleep, and scream, right?
So this defibrillator I have to wear until mid-September? Insurance isn't approving it. After the cardiologist got approval before I left the hospital. It only costs $5000+ per month to rent, because you know I totally have 15K lying around to waste right now.
Currently lying in bed trying to take a nap and letting H deal with the crying baby. They do eventually do things other than eat, pee, poop, sleep, and scream, right?
Hopefully your doctor can get that straightened out! Crazy!
Good job letting DH take over for a bit. Put a pillow over your head and turn on some white noise!
musicfrk2002 that's not cool - I hope the dr and insurance can sort that out. I usually take a shower when DH gets home - I can't hear N making his little noises
LO is finally in a deep sleep - and he just pooped. I want to change it (diaper rash is finally gone, don't want it back!) but I don't want to wake him up... It's been a long day (I'll join you ladies for that drink!)
dogmama22 quiet time is a good idea in theory...however I really don't trust my kids unattended while I nap. DD1 is 2.5 and DS is 3.5. They do quiet activities, however I usually take that time to meal prep, clean or get miscellaneous things done around the house or take care of DD2.
I am one of those horrible mothers who cannot wait until her children start kindergarten and are away for half the day. Sorrynotsorry.
That makes sense - that is still pretty young to be awake and unattended while you sleep. No judgement on wanting them to start Kindergarten at all!
veggiemo oh no, I hope it heals quick! I've heard it can be so awful.
I just remembered a good random. Yesterday I was wearing a white tank top (mom of a month old and a 2 year old here-why own white?!) and noticed a yellow stain on the bottom. I thought it was baby poop. I smelled it and thank goodness, mustard from lunch! So I told H and he told me if I was a real mom I would have tasted it to check, lol!
Swelling and bleeding around the c-section incision caused by cellulitis. Started on antibiotics, and home health will be coming by to check the incision several times over the next week and a half (I have a ribbon of antibiotic gauze dangling out of it, and I've soaked through an entire box of bandages.) Here's hoping that the complication well is dried up.
dogmama22 quiet time is a good idea in theory...however I really don't trust my kids unattended while I nap. DD1 is 2.5 and DS is 3.5. They do quiet activities, however I usually take that time to meal prep, clean or get miscellaneous things done around the house or take care of DD2.
I am one of those horrible mothers who cannot wait until her children start kindergarten and are away for half the day. Sorrynotsorry.
DD did full-day kindergarten this year and it was marvelous. Too bad I'm homeschooling next year
Swelling and bleeding around the c-section incision caused by cellulitis. Started on antibiotics, and home health will be coming by to check the incision several times over the next week and a half (I have a ribbon of antibiotic gauze dangling out of it, and I've soaked through an entire box of bandages.) Here's hoping that the complication well is dried up.
Few things... 1-I go back to work on Sunday!!! Wtf!! Whyyyyyy!!! 2- I have a nice huge stash of breast milk going, I'm thinking of buying a deep freezer. 3- I plan on donating said milk. 4-holy shit! Have you seen how much ppl sell their milk for?? I've seen up to $4 an OUNCE!
Anyone here either donating or selling? If so, how's that going?
Swelling and bleeding around the c-section incision caused by cellulitis. Started on antibiotics, and home health will be coming by to check the incision several times over the next week and a half (I have a ribbon of antibiotic gauze dangling out of it, and I've soaked through an entire box of bandages.) Here's hoping that the complication well is dried up.
Hope you are feeling better soon. That sounds awful! Hugs!
Post by mrsmonogrammed on Jul 14, 2015 4:22:19 GMT -5
redlipz we bought a deep freeze specifically because I wanted it for freezing breast milk and holding my stash. It also holds all the bulk frozen stuff we get at Sam'a club/Costco. Best purchase ever!
As for selling or donating milk I'd probably look into local NICUs to donate some:) IDK much about how to sell it though...
Post by pghtruelove on Jul 14, 2015 6:53:29 GMT -5
I'll hopefully be donating breast milk. If I end up producing enough at the end. Pittsburgh is really close to opening up a milk bank (according to my LC) so if I can I'd love to donate to them!
redlipz, Home Depot is delivering my deep freezer today! They have one on sale for 10 cu feet for $300 that DH wishes we got instead of the 7 cu feet one for $238. Lowes and Home Depot have pretty much the same stuff buy Home Depot does free delivery and Lowes doesn't.
I'm building up quite a freezer stash too. I'm going to count the ounces when I move them over today. I'm quite curious how much it is; seems like a lot.
I don't know much about donating. Some places have a lot of rules for the milk. I was considering it with my first but a lot of my milk went bad before I could do it. DH was joking I should sell it to bodybuilders this time; yeah right DH.
Widget123 it's funny you mention body builders, there's a website to sell and donate breastmilk and no joke, there's men buying it AND there's even some wanting someone to WET NURSE!
mrsmonogrammed you have to go through some screenings to donate to hospitals. I really wouldn't sell it, just knowing I could help another baby is more than enough payment for me. Not only that, but it's illegal in California to sell breastmilk.
Oh! And the ladies on the bf board directed me to human milk 4 human babies and there's Facebook groups for every state where you can offer or request milk! It's pretty cool. I'm trying to find a match so I can exclusively donate to the same baby if I can.
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