If you go by the rule that some of us are following, that more sleep equals more sleep then I would actually add a nap In between 330and 7 since that might be too much awake time before bed. My LO takes a cat nap for 20-30 minutes at around 5pm right before bedtime then 1 1/2-2 hours after that goes to bed at 730. I let her take the cat nap while in the carrier when I'm on a walk or cooking dinner since its usually too short of a nap to go through the trouble of putting her down.
Eventually at 3-4 months they extend their awake time but at this point most newborns don't want to be awake for more then 2 hours at a time before they get fussy/overstimulated
Post by baileybaileybne on Aug 2, 2015 5:07:31 GMT -5
@poppyc8. Thank you, I was worried if I put her down at that time she's sleep for too long but a short nap in the carrier is a good idea because she wakes up when I stop moving about. I'll try that tomorrow.
Post by carolyngrace on Aug 2, 2015 18:49:32 GMT -5
Tomorrow I am watching a friends baby who is three months old. DB is two months old. Any advice from the twin moms here? Or other moms have taking care of two infants at the same time? This is going to be a permanent childcare arrangements so I guess I'll probably just have to wing it until it works.
Tomorrow I am watching a friends baby who is three months old. DB is two months old. Any advice from the twin moms here? Or other moms have taking care of two infants at the same time? This is going to be a permanent childcare arrangements so I guess I'll probably just have to wing it until it works.
The only twin avice I've ever heard was whatever you do with one, do with the other, even if it wasn't "time." Feed, change, etc. She said that way she never had to wonder whose diaper she forgot to change.
My husband rocks in times of need. I reached my limit of exhaustion today and started feeling feverish and sick. I was just a zombie after no sleep beyond 2am two nights in a row and no rest during the day. He got DD to sleep, set me up in bed, went out and filled my car with gas, bought grocery supplies and snacks for a movie later tonight, gave me cash to have on hand for socializing this week to insist I get out of the house and have nice days, and didn't bat an eyelid when I just started crying out of sheer fatigue and relief about getting a one hour nap. Sometimes things overwhelm and having him step in and make things seem manageable again is the best thing I could ask for. Now if DD would sleep tonight beyond 2am that would rock. Even with wake ups, that's fine, but she seems to be struggling with differentiating late night from day time again. Maybe I'm letting her nap too late in the afternoon? She has been sleeping from about 1 to 3.30pm then I'm getting her down for the night about 7pm.
You've got a real sweetheart for a husband!!! I loved reading that.
Called the ped emergency line because M was screaming an her poop has been really firm lately. He said she sounds constipated which I don't really understand how since she's on an all liquid diet. He recommended mixing a little prune juice in her formula to try and soften her stools. Idk if it's working, but her farts smell terrible. Pretty sure I saw a fly drop dead midair because it got too close.
Tomorrow I am watching a friends baby who is three months old. DB is two months old. Any advice from the twin moms here? Or other moms have taking care of two infants at the same time? This is going to be a permanent childcare arrangements so I guess I'll probably just have to wing it until it works.
The only twin avice I've ever heard was whatever you do with one, do with the other, even if it wasn't "time." Feed, change, etc. She said that way she never had to wonder whose diaper she forgot to change.
That's funny because I've been hoping that they never need the same thing at the same time! Since my DB takes good naps during the day, I'm just hoping this other baby needs the most attention during those times. Her mom said she doesn't take good naps, but right now she's almost 1.5 hours into her first nap! Though maybe this is the only one she'll take.... Either way, I'm almost 2 hours into the day and I'm surviving.
The only twin avice I've ever heard was whatever you do with one, do with the other, even if it wasn't "time." Feed, change, etc. She said that way she never had to wonder whose diaper she forgot to change.
That's funny because I've been hoping that they never need the same thing at the same time! Since my DB takes good naps during the day, I'm just hoping this other baby needs the most attention during those times. Her mom said she doesn't take good naps, but right now she's almost 1.5 hours into her first nap! Though maybe this is the only one she'll take.... Either way, I'm almost 2 hours into the day and I'm surviving.
Babies respond differently to different people. What works with one person might not work for the other with the same baby. So the baby might actually sleep better for you then mom. You never know.
That's funny because I've been hoping that they never need the same thing at the same time! Since my DB takes good naps during the day, I'm just hoping this other baby needs the most attention during those times. Her mom said she doesn't take good naps, but right now she's almost 1.5 hours into her first nap! Though maybe this is the only one she'll take.... Either way, I'm almost 2 hours into the day and I'm surviving.
Babies respond differently to different people. What works with one person might not work for the other with the same baby. So the baby might actually sleep better for you then mom. You never know.
I'm already noticing how different babies can be, too! This baby has the most HIGH PITCHED and fast cry/scream. It sounds like a horror movie. It certainly demands attention! lol
Post by baytosa2013 on Aug 3, 2015 10:59:16 GMT -5
I don't know that this is worthy of a whole new thread so I thought I'd post here. It's my frist day back at work and this shit sucks! Any mom's back to work already and have any advice on how to get through the day?
I don't know that this is worthy of a whole new thread so I thought I'd post here. It's my frist day back at work and this shit sucks! Any mom's back to work already and have any advice on how to get through the day?
I was thinking that it would be a good idea to do a working moms thread/ check-in eventually, so if you want to start one up that's great. I'm not going back until September but I've been there. Just try to keep yourself as busy as possible and it will get easier, I promise.
I don't know that this is worthy of a whole new thread so I thought I'd post here. It's my frist day back at work and this shit sucks! Any mom's back to work already and have any advice on how to get through the day?
I was thinking that it would be a good idea to do a working moms thread/ check-in eventually, so if you want to start one up that's great. I'm not going back until September but I've been there. Just try to keep yourself as busy as possible and it will get easier, I promise.
I'm back in September too, but I think a working moms post would be good!
I was thinking that it would be a good idea to do a working moms thread/ check-in eventually, so if you want to start one up that's great. I'm not going back until September but I've been there. Just try to keep yourself as busy as possible and it will get easier, I promise.
I'm back in September too, but I think a working moms post would be good!
I don't know that this is worthy of a whole new thread so I thought I'd post here. It's my frist day back at work and this shit sucks! Any mom's back to work already and have any advice on how to get through the day?
Well, I'm watching the baby of a mom who is on her second day back at work. And I can tell you that this baby is well cared for and happy! So I'm sure your baby, wherever they are, is doing okay!
That being said, my first day back is Thursday, and my baby will be going to her house, and I'm so worried. I'm not sure how I'll focus!
I was thinking that it would be a good idea to do a working moms thread/ check-in eventually, so if you want to start one up that's great. I'm not going back until September but I've been there. Just try to keep yourself as busy as possible and it will get easier, I promise.
I'm back in September too, but I think a working moms post would be good!
I'm 8 weeks PP and we attempted sexy time again today for the 2nd time since I've been cleared. I still couldn't hack it... still too sore. It's so frustrating, and I feel horrible for DH. Will it ever be normal again?
Called the ped emergency line because M was screaming an her poop has been really firm lately. He said she sounds constipated which I don't really understand how since she's on an all liquid diet. He recommended mixing a little prune juice in her formula to try and soften her stools. Idk if it's working, but her farts smell terrible. Pretty sure I saw a fly drop dead midair because it got too close.
Lol! Is she feeling better? We have been having the same issue for a day or 2, I am going to email my ped in the next day or so and expect to get the same advice. It's so weird to me that this can happen, but I was thinking how the formula has iron in it, and the iron in the prenatal made me feel I would never poop again...
I haven't decided when I go back exactly. I told the school district I've worked for the past two years I didn't want to come back until she's three months in September (& I turned down a long-term sub position), but if they called (or another district) with a better offer, I might take it.
I was supposed to have an interview last Thursday, but my body had other plans...
I'm 8 weeks PP and we attempted sexy time again today for the 2nd time since I've been cleared. I still couldn't hack it... still too sore. It's so frustrating, and I feel horrible for DH. Will it ever be normal again?
I remember it taking a while after LBB. It got marginally better each time, a little less uncomfortable, but not great. Eventually it did return to normal though.
I'm 8 weeks PP and we attempted sexy time again today for the 2nd time since I've been cleared. I still couldn't hack it... still too sore. It's so frustrating, and I feel horrible for DH. Will it ever be normal again?
I'm so so scared. I'm 9 weeks pp but having some revisions on my tearing this week so I imagine it'll be at least two more weeks before we can try. I'm trying to stay on my hand/oral sex game for DH's sake, but honestly sex is easier when you're tired so I kind of miss it! For that and other reasons...
Holy shit! Literally, prune juice really works. I'm up at 2:30 and my poor baby's butt has turned into a pressure washer. I'm covered and have to wash the bed. At least M isn't constipated anymore.
I don't know that this is worthy of a whole new thread so I thought I'd post here. It's my frist day back at work and this shit sucks! Any mom's back to work already and have any advice on how to get through the day?
I'd like to hear that advice too! I just got a job offer I can't turn down and they want me to start next week! What crazy school starts in-service on Aug 10? So I spent all day yesterday crying about leaving H, even though I really do want to teach. I want to do both!
I'm 8 weeks PP and we attempted sexy time again today for the 2nd time since I've been cleared. I still couldn't hack it... still too sore. It's so frustrating, and I feel horrible for DH. Will it ever be normal again?
As soon as we got the green light, DH was pestering so I gave in. It was pretty painful and strange but since then its been getting slightly easier each time. Our problem was a misunderstanding in the term "carefully"...1st time I nearly punched him out. I'm sure things will get better, the more stress we're feeling, the more tense and thus painful it is.
I'm pretty sure DH is still a bit traumatized from seeing DB split my vagina open. He has said he's super scared for sex, too, even though he's also bugging me about when it's going to happen. So I'm hoping he'll be extra gentle!
Post by hannahl201477 on Aug 4, 2015 12:17:53 GMT -5
My LO has his first cold and its hell. Stuffy nose making him spit up all the time and poor thing is just uncomfortable. Thankfully he is sleeping at night but I'm drained. My mom is coming to town today and I couldn't be more excited!
Ugh, someone had the bright idea of decorating diapers for my shower. They wanted the guests to write fun things on them for my MOTN changes, fine except the marker rubs off on my fingers and his clothes. I don't really want to use them because I'm afraid it will ruin his clothes, but I don't want to throw them out because it's about half a box worth!
Ugh, someone had the bright idea of decorating diapers for my shower. They wanted the guests to write fun things on them for my MOTN changes, fine except the marker rubs off on my fingers and his clothes. I don't really want to use them because I'm afraid it will ruin his clothes, but I don't want to throw them out because it's about half a box worth!
We have to write names on diapers for daycare and the marker does rub off on clothes but nothing has actually been ruined from it thankfully. You could pre-soak the clothes before washing them if necessary which is what I do.
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