What are the general rules for a baby cough? Ali started coughing last night. She has no fever and otherwise seems herself. Her cough is very mucus sounding though. Do I just wait a few days and see if it gets better?
When DD had RSV, coughing was her only symptom. She didn't get a fever. Her cough just sounded mucousy, but I knew it was in her lungs because I could feel her chest rattle when holding her. I brought her in for peace of mind and was shocked that she was positive for RSV. We've since had mucous in the lungs on 3 other occasions, but it has not been RSV. If concerned, I'd bring her in.
Thanks. I'm going to see how tonight plays out. If she is able to sleep ok etc. I've had my own scares with coughs as well. DS had a cough at 11 months and I took it lightly. Waited a week to bring him in and it progressed to pneumonia. Coughs with babies always freak me out.
It hurts the worst if you havent had a baby. Post baby Ive heard it vary, for me personally I kept waiting for the pain and the nurse kept asking if I was okay but it just felt like a normal pap type pressure then it was done and my ute is tilted so she had to maneuver quite a bit to get it in. So hopefully yours will be as painless!
@poppyc8 sorry your LO has a cough. Mine had one FOREVER a few months ago. The pedi checked him (since he was so little) and said breathing/heart rate was ok, so just to wait it out. I did, and eventually it worked its way out. It's scary, but I'm sure everything is fine! Just gotta wait for it to pass, which can seem like forever. The most important thing is to keep tabs on breathing. If it seems to be coming from the stomach, that's when you need to worry. Watch her abdomen and see if it's working hard while trying to take breaths. If so, go to ER. Otherwise, if she gets into a coughing fit, take her into the bathroom, turn the shower on as hot as it goes, and let her breathe in the hot mist. I did that several times with my LO and I was soooo worried. But he's fine now! And remember, the nights are always the worst! When you are super worried at 2am, she will probably surprise you and be much better in the morning. Hang in there!
Post by missjenniebean on Dec 2, 2015 14:38:12 GMT -5
Too lazy to search or see if this has been asked before but...
anyone else not have a period on BC? Everyone I talk to thinks this is super weird, going to as my Doctor about it but was wondering if anyone doesn't have one due to the pill.
NOT pregnant unless the two tests lied. Don't even know if they would work if I am not having a period.
missjenniebean Like carrots I'm on the mini pill and I'm EPing, I have had 1 period and it's been like 2 months. I know I'm not pg bc you have to dtd to get pg.
Post by carolyngrace on Dec 2, 2015 18:24:29 GMT -5
I have an acquaintance whose baby is 7 months old and yet to try food. When I asked when she plans to start she was vague... Any thoughts on this? Are there risks to waiting longer?
I have an acquaintance whose baby is 7 months old and yet to try food. When I asked when she plans to start she was vague... Any thoughts on this? Are there risks to waiting longer?
Food is for fun before 1. Some babies aren't ready at a "magical age." As long as baby is getting BM or Formula right now I wouldn't worry much about it. She likely has her reasons for waiting.
@poppyc8 sorry your LO has a cough. Mine had one FOREVER a few months ago. The pedi checked him (since he was so little) and said breathing/heart rate was ok, so just to wait it out. I did, and eventually it worked its way out. It's scary, but I'm sure everything is fine! Just gotta wait for it to pass, which can seem like forever. The most important thing is to keep tabs on breathing. If it seems to be coming from the stomach, that's when you need to worry. Watch her abdomen and see if it's working hard while trying to take breaths. If so, go to ER. Otherwise, if she gets into a coughing fit, take her into the bathroom, turn the shower on as hot as it goes, and let her breathe in the hot mist. I did that several times with my LO and I was soooo worried. But he's fine now! And remember, the nights are always the worst! When you are super worried at 2am, she will probably surprise you and be much better in the morning. Hang in there!
Thanks veggiemo I took her in to the doctor today. They said it's not in her lungs but that her cough sounds pretty bad so if it doesn't go away in 2 days they want her to take antibiotics. Hoping it goes away soon. She's sleeping ok tonight. I elevated her mattress.
For those living in cold weather climates with snow and if you have a toddler and baby. Any ideas for what to do during the day? I did research and there is a mommy and me playgroup but it only meets once every other week. I'm going kind of stir crazy here. There is a local library I might check out.
I'm also dealing with a two year old that won't wear a jacket outside or gloves. He keeps freaking out on me everytime I try.
Also how long is ok for baby to be in a stroller outside?
Remind me why swaddling is not recommended past a certain age again? J has been asleep for an hour and a half. This is the kid who takes 22 minute naps. It could be a fluke, but I wrapped her up (arms out) because it is cold today... I've had time to order stuff online, play a game, check Facebook, have a snack, and get ready for my Ava Anderson party tonight... Is this what it's like to have a normal napper? I like! Edit: because this app makes all my emotes look horrified.
Remind me why swaddling is not recommended past a certain age again? J has been asleep for an hour and a half. This is the kid who takes 22 minute naps. It could be a fluke, but I wrapped her up (arms out) because it is cold today... I've had time to order stuff online, play a game, check Facebook, have a snack, and get ready for my Ava Anderson party tonight... Is this what it's like to have a normal napper? I like! Edit: because this app makes all my emotes look horrified.
You don't swaddle arms in once they can roll. I have used swaddlemes arms out in the past when DS was younger. I don't see any wrong with it. I know no loose blankets.
For those living in cold weather climates with snow and if you have a toddler and baby. Any ideas for what to do during the day? I did research and there is a mommy and me playgroup but it only meets once every other week. I'm going kind of stir crazy here. There is a local library I might check out.
I'm also dealing with a two year old that won't wear a jacket outside or gloves. He keeps freaking out on me everytime I try.
Also how long is ok for baby to be in a stroller outside?
Bring snow inside on a baking sheet and play with it. Use measuring cups, etc. Blow bubbles, do stickers, play with a balloon.
If toddler refuses outer wear, let them go without. Have it handy for when they are enlightened.
I could do 45 minutes outside in freezing weather, as long as the wind wasn't bad. Both were bundled up in stroller though.
TTMA spitting up. Freddie had horrible silent reflux and was on Losec from 8 weeks until 5 months. We've now successfully weaned him off it with no more screaming, arching and wet hiccups. However, about half an hour after nursing he has begun spitting up. Not a lot and he's happy but it's totally gross - I got splattered twice yesterday while we were out. I'm not so much worried but I am wondering if and when he will grow out of it. DS1 and DD never ever spit up so this is new territory for me.
DS1 grew out of his nasty spit up habit, probably around 8 months?
For those living in cold weather climates with snow and if you have a toddler and baby. Any ideas for what to do during the day? I did research and there is a mommy and me playgroup but it only meets once every other week. I'm going kind of stir crazy here. There is a local library I might check out.
I'm also dealing with a two year old that won't wear a jacket outside or gloves. He keeps freaking out on me everytime I try.
Also how long is ok for baby to be in a stroller outside?
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We use this in the stroller. It's JJ Cole bundle me , it helps a lot to keep LO warm when it's cold out (in addition to all the winter clothing).
I have an acquaintance whose baby is 7 months old and yet to try food. When I asked when she plans to start she was vague... Any thoughts on this? Are there risks to waiting longer?
Food is for fun before 1. Some babies aren't ready at a "magical age." As long as baby is getting BM or Formula right now I wouldn't worry much about it. She likely has her reasons for waiting.
We just started T on solids last week, and she turned 7 months old today. Her ped had said we could start whenever we wanted after 6 months, but to just read her cues and we'd know what to do. He's a pretty laid back guy, and he was happy with her gain and growth on just BM. I decided to start her once she started watching us eat and trying to grab at our spoons.
She was also 5 weeks early, so when I started her at 6 months and 3 weeks, she was about 6 months adjusted.
How did y'all know to start letting LO sit in the carts instead of hauling the bucket everywhere? T sits independently for a few seconds, but can sit with back support longer. She just usually topples or leans to one side.
Remind me why swaddling is not recommended past a certain age again? J has been asleep for an hour and a half. This is the kid who takes 22 minute naps. It could be a fluke, but I wrapped her up (arms out) because it is cold today... I've had time to order stuff online, play a game, check Facebook, have a snack, and get ready for my Ava Anderson party tonight... Is this what it's like to have a normal napper? I like! Edit: because this app makes all my emotes look horrified.
Yay for Ava Anderson! Have you tried any of the products yet? The diaper cream is fantastic for baby butts and dry winter hands.
How did y'all know to start letting LO sit in the carts instead of hauling the bucket everywhere? T sits independently for a few seconds, but can sit with back support longer. She just usually topples or leans to one side.
I couldn't lift the bucket seat without being in pain anymore, otherwise I would have kept using it!
Remind me why swaddling is not recommended past a certain age again? J has been asleep for an hour and a half. This is the kid who takes 22 minute naps. It could be a fluke, but I wrapped her up (arms out) because it is cold today... I've had time to order stuff online, play a game, check Facebook, have a snack, and get ready for my Ava Anderson party tonight... Is this what it's like to have a normal napper? I like! Edit: because this app makes all my emotes look horrified.
Yay for Ava Anderson! Have you tried any of the products yet? The diaper cream is fantastic for baby butts and dry winter hands.
Yes! I got some sunscreen and bug spray for over the summer... I think I'm going to try the baby cream, lotion and a boo boo stick once my party closes and we can see if I get a discount.
Yay for Ava Anderson! Have you tried any of the products yet? The diaper cream is fantastic for baby butts and dry winter hands.
Yes! I got some sunscreen and bug spray for over the summer... I think I'm going to try the baby cream, lotion and a boo boo stick once my party closes and we can see if I get a discount.
I hope you get some good deals. The bug spray is amazing!
For those living in cold weather climates with snow and if you have a toddler and baby. Any ideas for what to do during the day? I did research and there is a mommy and me playgroup but it only meets once every other week. I'm going kind of stir crazy here. There is a local library I might check out.
I'm also dealing with a two year old that won't wear a jacket outside or gloves. He keeps freaking out on me everytime I try.
Also how long is ok for baby to be in a stroller outside?
We use this in the stroller. It's JJ Cole bundle me , it helps a lot to keep LO warm when it's cold out (in addition to all the winter clothing).
For those living in cold weather climates with snow and if you have a toddler and baby. Any ideas for what to do during the day? I did research and there is a mommy and me playgroup but it only meets once every other week. I'm going kind of stir crazy here. There is a local library I might check out.
I'm also dealing with a two year old that won't wear a jacket outside or gloves. He keeps freaking out on me everytime I try.
Also how long is ok for baby to be in a stroller outside?
Bring snow inside on a baking sheet and play with it. Use measuring cups, etc. Blow bubbles, do stickers, play with a balloon.
If toddler refuses outer wear, let them go without. Have it handy for when they are enlightened.
I could do 45 minutes outside in freezing weather, as long as the wind wasn't bad. Both were bundled up in stroller though.
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So I let him go outside and had the jacket and gloves handy and he still refuses to wear them. Then after 5 minutes he just says he's cold and he wants to go inside. But when he is inside he wants to go outside. Reasoning with a 2 year old is completely bananas.
I'm having one of those days where I feel like a failed parent. I didn't realize he would hate winter weather so much.
Bring snow inside on a baking sheet and play with it. Use measuring cups, etc. Blow bubbles, do stickers, play with a balloon.
If toddler refuses outer wear, let them go without. Have it handy for when they are enlightened.
I could do 45 minutes outside in freezing weather, as long as the wind wasn't bad. Both were bundled up in stroller though.
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So I let him go outside and had the jacket and gloves handy and he still refuses to wear them. Then after 5 minutes he just says he's cold and he wants to go inside. But when he is inside he wants to go outside. Reasoning with a 2 year old is completely bananas.
I'm having one of those days where I feel like a failed parent. I didn't realize he would hate winter weather so much.
*stuck in box*
In that case, I would tell him no outside time unless he wears his warm clothes. It may take a meltdown (or 6, if he's like mine), but he'll get there. I make it lucrative too... "Oh wow, look at all the snow!! We could go play! Oh, except you can't because you won't wear your big boy gloves... So sad..." or "If we build a snowman, we can make hot cocoa!"
How do you cut baby toenails? They're always covered when he's sleeping. And when he's awake he doesn't stop squirming.
jessila I'm not sure if it will work for you but I leave LO's legs/feet out of his sleeper (after night time routine) and cut them after he falls asleep. I stuff his little legs in once I'm done.
What do y'all use for a bathtub/seat once baby is sitting?
We've been in the regular tub for almost 2 months... Just filled it up a couple of inches and DB loves laying in it and kicking. He just started being able to sit and the only change I'm making is to buy a non-slip pad for him to sit on.
So I let him go outside and had the jacket and gloves handy and he still refuses to wear them. Then after 5 minutes he just says he's cold and he wants to go inside. But when he is inside he wants to go outside. Reasoning with a 2 year old is completely bananas.
I'm having one of those days where I feel like a failed parent. I didn't realize he would hate winter weather so much.
*stuck in box*
In that case, I would tell him no outside time unless he wears his warm clothes. It may take a meltdown (or 6, if he's like mine), but he'll get there. I make it lucrative too... "Oh wow, look at all the snow!! We could go play! Oh, except you can't because you won't wear your big boy gloves... So sad..." or "If we build a snowman, we can make hot cocoa!"
Finally got him to wear his winter clothes! We let him go outside in his underwear and that made him never want to do that again! Thank you for the tip on the putting snow on a baking sheet. He loved that.
@poppyc8 I forgot to respond to you. Winter sucks with kids lol. Where I live it can easily be -30 to -40 for stretches at a time. We've been really lucky this winter so far and it's only hanging around the freezing mark so we can still spend a lot of time outside yet, between playing in the backyard or going for walks. I still wear DD a lot and have a babywearing winter coat-with our winters I knew it would be worth it with DS enjoying being outside this year. Last time we were in the backyard she was happy on the swingset all bundled up. We've also started taking him ice skating this year and he loves it, though that can be really hit and miss at his age group. But that's something I can only do when H is home because I have nothing safe to take DD out there with yet. We just had to set rules right from babyhood that there is no being outside without the proper clothing on. It just gets too cold here. Last year was tough, but he's done well with understanding that this year. Inside we've been doing lots of play doh, colouring, admittedly he watches more TV than usual but sometimes I'm just at a loss. Also he's obsessed with trucks this year and is really into his toys lately. A lot of hanging out with other moms and kids, I am texting people a lot getting together haha, and I am lucky in my town we have a weekly play day at the hall which gives them lots of space to run around which they don't often get to burn that much energy in the winter. Come January/February when winter really starts sucking I can probably start updating this list more, when I have to really start getting creative with our time!! Sorry this is kind of long/not structured well, I was just writing as it came to me! Hope something can spark some ideas!
What do y'all use for a bathtub/seat once baby is sitting?
With DS we used the baby tub for a long time. It had a removable sling and removable hump. So it adapted for his different stages. But to be honest we've used the baby tub less than 5 times with LO. I have been putting her (laying) in the tub for a long time. I am hopeful this will encourage her to lay in the tub when she's older too
EtA: DS is almost 2.5 and refuses to lay in the tub or tilt his head back to get wet...
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