Someone please tell me this is a phase and will fix itself.....especially by the time baby arrives.
I'm losing my mind. She's slept through the night for nearly a year and a half and this last month has been brutal and I cannot find triggers or causes. Last night she was up at least 5 times before deciding sleep was no longer happening at 4am.
Anyway. Drinking coffee wishing it could be endless and zero plans today, thankfully.
Hope everyone else's Wednesday is at least starting more rested
Post by frecklesnbrains on Apr 6, 2016 6:14:32 GMT -5
@cattucino I've been thinking of you! Hope you're coping okay. I'm sorry your DD doesn't seem to be making things easier for you! Enjoy your coffee.
Something amazing happened for me last night: I slept for 8 hours straight with no waking, no pee breaks, no tossing and turning. This morning I feel amazing!
@cattucino sorry for the wake ups. My DS just went through a similar phase about a month ago and we had to sleep train him again. I really had to put boundaries on myself to not pick him up if he woke up and cried during the night. I would go in there, pat his back, tell him to lay down, and walk out the door. It took him several nights of crying to figure out that he wasn't going to get any more attention than that. All the hugs for you and I hope she improves soon!
cattuccino, my DD went through terrible sleep cycles when she was almost 2 to a little after. She was up portions of the night. She ended up sleeping with us because I just couldn't take the lack of sleep anymore. It will get better.
My shoulders are killing me. I hate having to sleep on my sides.
I got up early to make dinner to leave for DH since I tutor until 8. I made fajitas, and I can't wait to get home to eat some!
This back pain and abdomen pain is really so annoying. One spot just below my chest feels like someone punched me.
I just got out of a meeting for a committee I'm on where teachers write in their complaints/concerns. One teacher pissed me off by saying "anxiety isn't a medical condition" because he can't physically see it. This is a guy who has had several deployments- how can someone who may have dealt with PTSD or most definitely have friends who have had it say something like that?
cattuccino, I'm sorry your DD is not sleeping. FX it's a brief stage!
I have been crying at everything lately... good things, bad things, small things... it is now my go to reaction for everything and I am not a fan. I always cried fairly easily, but this is getting ridiculous.
Kevinmac, that would make me so rage-y... there are so many medical conditions you "can't see" that is such an ignorant statement. Maybe he is in denial about his own anxiety issues?
cattuccino - I feel your pain. I actually slept the last 2 night because DD decided to sleep, but the few before that she was having no part of sleep. My fingers are crossed with yours that this is just a phase! I hope you're doing okay otherwise.
Last night in the bath DD had me all teary. Her and my husband always listen to music at bath time and Let It Go came on....she's heard it 1 million times. She started saying that she would just be sad if him or mommy went on a big boat. She just kept saying it and saying how Elsa and Anna's mommy and daddy went on a big boat and they were said and she would be sad too. So there he and I sat repeatedly saying it's okay to be sad but that mommy and daddy won't be going on any boats soon. It makes me sad that she sort of understands what happened in the movie and more sad that she's associating it with her own life. I'm too pregnant for these deep conversations with a 2.5 year old!
Are any of you ladies planning on using an abdominal wrap post birth? I didn't after DD and don't know if it would be worth it this time around. I was left with a 2 finger separation after I had DD.
Are any of you ladies planning on using an abdominal wrap post birth? I didn't after DD and don't know if it would be worth it this time around. I was left with a 2 finger separation after I had DD.
School me on this. What is it for? To help support your abdominal muscles and/or to make your belly go back to pre-pregnancy shape sooner?
Are any of you ladies planning on using an abdominal wrap post birth? I didn't after DD and don't know if it would be worth it this time around. I was left with a 2 finger separation after I had DD.
I did. It helped me feel more comfortable pp. Not sure if it helped anyway else though.
I will again just because I have it and I felt better about myself keeping my tummy in.
Are any of you ladies planning on using an abdominal wrap post birth? I didn't after DD and don't know if it would be worth it this time around. I was left with a 2 finger separation after I had DD.
I did. It helped me feel more comfortable pp. Not sure if it helped anyway else though.
I will again just because I have it and I felt better about myself keeping my tummy in.
I didn't because I didn't know they existed but I'd LOVE to try one this time around.
This back pain and abdomen pain is really so annoying. One spot just below my chest feels like someone punched me.
Not to seem alarmist, but I would call your OB and tell them this. I would also inquire about them checking your gallbladder. Gallbladders tend to act up during pregnancy and need to be handled quickly. Your symptoms sound like my friends (back/chest pain in one specific spot. She also had shoulder pain)
My OB appointment went well today. Baby sounded great and fundal measurements were on track.
DH kind of dropped a little bomb shell on me yesterday. He was previously a SAHD, but decided he wanted to go back to working outside the house so DS has been in daycare. He told me yesterday that he wants to be a SAHD again when this LO is born.
Going to daycare has been really awesome for DS, but the logistics of both parents working outside the house has taken a lot of work. It's been difficult for DH because he always has to be the one to stay home with DS when he's sick because I can't really call out of my job unless someone is going to the hospital. So, now we're going to look for some type of more structured pre-school type environment for DS to go to instead of his daycare. I don't even know where to start with this. Any STMs have any input on what to look for in a pre-school?
Something amazing happened for me last night: I slept for 8 hours straight with no waking, no pee breaks, no tossing and turning. This morning I feel amazing!
That happened to me once about a month ago. I felt so happy the next day. I mean downright ecstatic and elated! The things I used to take for granted...
Kevinmac, I have also had reoccurring abdominal pain (center abdomen right below the chest), but my pain started a year ago and has continued even after pregnancy. I have mentioned it to doctors in the past, and they can not figure out what causes it. It only happens every 2-3 months, but it is painful on the days when it occurs. I do not think my issue is gallbladder related, however I would second that you should mention it to your doctor. Like happyday I know someone who had a pregnancy related gallbladder issue and ended up getting her gallbladder removed 3 weeks post partum.
The other night I explained to my 2 year old niece that there was a precious little baby inside me, so she would stop using me as a trampoline, and she got all quiet and excited. Then she wanted to sing to her cousin so she sang twinkle twinkle. She also tried listening to my stomach to hear him. She was so adorable about it I couldn't stand it.
I've been MIA for a few days because I'm trying to catch up at work! Man, I have never experienced a lack of motivation quite like this before. I think part of it is the discomfort/tiredness, but the other part is definitely that registry-stalking and doing baby research/planning is much more fun than work. I need to get it together.
babyzebra ds is 2 1/2 and the most important thing to us about picking his preschool was how comfortable we were when we visited. Second was the the philosophy they followed. The school ds goes to follows the Italian, Reggio Emilia approach. It focuses on how the children are capable and allows them to learn through all types of language (art, music, etc). We love the art and music aspect of his school and he is so happy there. Research the different types of preschools (Montessori, Reggio, etc) and see what is in your area. Then go check them all out and see where you and ds feel most comfortable. Good luck!
I am attempting to nap her. Everyone cross everything.
bighair12 I bought a belly bandit with my last pregnancy, but found it too uncomfortable to wear all the time, and it's edge somehow kept irritating my c section scar - so probably didn't get the best results. I've briefly looked at different ones that might be more comfortable, but not sure if it's worth it, especially if I end up with another section. I have a friend that swore by and loved wearing hers though.
Thanks mladerri! Silly question, but did you bring your DS with you when you went to the different schools? The criteria I had when looking for a daycare was different than what I'll be looking for now, so I appreciate the advice!
@cattucino, I just read this article this morning....http://www.yourmodernfamily.com/waking-at-night-advice/
I don't have any kids yet so I'm not sure if it works or applies to your situation, but thought I would share!
DS is 4.25 and has never STTN consistently. I can probably count on my hands (maybe some toes) the number of nights he's actually STTN in his life. We've tried every method out there and talked to the pedi about it every year and they said that some kids just aren't good sleepers. They also said that everyone wakes up multiple times a night, and that going back to sleep is really the issue. Once DS is awake at all, he's awake. We know DS gets scared and has a very active imagination (he claims the coyotes and dinosaurs outside his window wake him up or that the monsters are trying to get him) so as soon as he wakes up, he runs to our room for comfort. We've tried to find other comforting things (reassurance/logic that it's not real, stuffies, night light, etc.) and nothing works. The pedi even recommended a sword. He's also one of those kids that needs a less than average amount of sleep. I'm hoping once they drop naps at school that his night sleep improves as he's still sleeping 1-1.5 hours in the middle of the day. Basically, I have no advice, but can offer lots of empathy as we haven't slept since he was born!
Also, the pedi isn't concerned about a lack of sleep medically since DS is very healthy, active, smart, and growing well. At age 4, kids need 9-12 hours of sleep at night and 0-2.5 hours during the day. DS gets 9 hours at night and 1-1.5 during the day, so he's on the low end of normal. I'm hoping DS 2 balances him out and is at the high end.
My OB appointment went well today. Baby sounded great and fundal measurements were on track.
DH kind of dropped a little bomb shell on me yesterday. He was previously a SAHD, but decided he wanted to go back to working outside the house so DS has been in daycare. He told me yesterday that he wants to be a SAHD again when this LO is born.
Going to daycare has been really awesome for DS, but the logistics of both parents working outside the house has taken a lot of work. It's been difficult for DH because he always has to be the one to stay home with DS when he's sick because I can't really call out of my job unless someone is going to the hospital. So, now we're going to look for some type of more structured pre-school type environment for DS to go to instead of his daycare. I don't even know where to start with this. Any STMs have any input on what to look for in a pre-school?
Our Dc automatically transitions into preschool, pre-K, and then Kindergarten, which was really nice. They have focused on letters and numbers beginning in the 2 yo class, start art projects in the baby room, and DS has really thrived in the learning and playing environment. He's currently in the Pre-K room and will do Kindergarten there next year as he missed the cut off for public schools. He'll "repeat" K the following year in the public school as we don't want to push for any special treatment to move him up a grade age wise. It will be really nice because he and LO2 will be at the same facility until DS goes to K, so it will only be 1 pick up and drop off. For DS, while we care a lot about academics and probably focused on that and general care/feelings when picking a DC, we've realized that the social skills and learning to deal with others and resolve conflicts (without violence )has been where PreK has really helped DS the most. DS is also very energetic so play time and outside play is a must for him at this age.
Post by manybellsdown on Apr 6, 2016 12:34:06 GMT -5
I've also been so MIA this week because of work. I've left before DD's woken up three days this week, and I have to go out of town for work all next week. It's prompting a lot of I-miss-you-already and how-am-I-going-to-do-this feelings. I've never spent FOUR nights away from her before. On the other hand, it's all reflective of some really cool opportunities at work, so that part is good.
Trying to LT and keep caught up with everyone, even when not commenting.
cattuccino - I feel your pain. I actually slept the last 2 night because DD decided to sleep, but the few before that she was having no part of sleep. My fingers are crossed with yours that this is just a phase! I hope you're doing okay otherwise.
Last night in the bath DD had me all teary. Her and my husband always listen to music at bath time and Let It Go came on....she's heard it 1 million times. She started saying that she would just be sad if him or mommy went on a big boat. She just kept saying it and saying how Elsa and Anna's mommy and daddy went on a big boat and they were said and she would be sad too. So there he and I sat repeatedly saying it's okay to be sad but that mommy and daddy won't be going on any boats soon. It makes me sad that she sort of understands what happened in the movie and more sad that she's associating it with her own life. I'm too pregnant for these deep conversations with a 2.5 year old!
Yes, too deep! When we were addicted to that movie and had to watch at least part of it EVERY DAY (this lasted about two months and I felt like it would never end), DD always talked about similar things. It was rough. I decided not to elaborate on much, other than agreeing that Anna and Elsa were really sad.
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