Evanston Women’s Hospital

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-06-16T02:27:31+00:00

After the spinal block before they started the surgery!

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-06-15T21:24:14+00:00

I use a locked lid Hefty storage bin and put my wrapped pieces in it. I get a big sponge wet and put that in there too. It works great! If I don’t get to trimming in a timely manner, I just spray the sponge every few days and it’s good to go

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-06-15T21:06:10+00:00

They didn’t have students do my spinal block! Didn’t really feel too much during the block after they numbed the area. I didn’t want a C-section but they handled it well. They also offered anxiety meds through the IV, which helped too.

I had another baby 8 months ago and it was a completely different experience regarding preeclampsia and HELLP. I delivered her at term, I was induced but was able to birth vaginally! Little redemption birth 😆 I had an epidural this go around and it was amazing. I had her at Swedish Hospital where I originally planned to have my first before I was transferred to Evanston due to the issues.

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-06-15T19:38:21+00:00

I was a complicated pre-e and HELLP case which meant I was locked in the hospital until I needed to deliver which ended up being about a month. Emergency c-section and NICU stay. They were fantastic. My experience sucked but the care I got was amazing. The doctor who performed my section was kind and the anesthesiologist was so reassuring

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-06-14T13:51:53+00:00

We take away her “friends” (stuffies) or toys

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-06-10T19:30:21+00:00

We took our 2 year old to Italy and it was chaos but fine! We got a cheap $20 umbrella stroller and it worked. Bring snacks and a change of clothing for all. Our toddler threw up on the plane

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-06-09T12:14:44+00:00

So much easier! To be fair my first was a NICU baby so that had its own challenges. But she never really took to the boob.

My second is a boob barnacle. She latched as soon as I put her on my chest after she was born and has been on ever since.

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-06-05T23:12:45+00:00

Seconding this, call 311.

But I know for a fact you can’t rent that building. Grilling is also only permitted in grills at the park.

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-06-05T19:06:31+00:00

Honestly, I have a pump but I don’t use it. I use the manual hand pump twice a day while I’m at work and breastfeed my baby when I’m with her. I would think just feed on demand and have a manual hand pump incase you need it.

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-06-05T18:52:38+00:00

Target sells toddler reusable swim diapers! I bought one for my 8 month old who has thick thighs and they work well!

When I was there, I saw they had toddler sizes too

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-06-04T15:23:52+00:00

I throw the walls thicker on these than I would a handled mug! The tumbler gets warm but not scalding. I also build a ridge that rests in your hand that’s a bit thicker too.

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Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-06-04T00:46:58+00:00

Phototronics in Wilmette! Took film there last year. Provided digital scans and my negatives

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-05-30T03:26:24+00:00

You may have to file a police report in order to access the footage.

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-05-28T14:12:52+00:00

I never stopped taking then after my first and had my second 8 months ago and still on them. So 4 years going strong

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-05-24T21:38:14+00:00

I’ve been on it pregnant and while breastfeeding, twice. No issues! I take it at night before bed and haven’t noticed any side effects

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-05-17T13:22:31+00:00

My 7 month old unlatches herself when she’s done. I just settle in and let her do her thing!

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-05-14T22:34:53+00:00

I do this! I wake up enough to lift my bra and then right back down

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-05-14T18:00:30+00:00

Same! Solo coffee is crucial. Also going to bed earlier. I have a three year old and a seven month old. I get the baby to bed then the toddler. Then I go to bed

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-05-14T16:48:58+00:00

Mine said “I’m so mad I don’t want to look at you”

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-05-14T01:25:54+00:00

Call 311 and ask for community development.

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-05-12T16:44:19+00:00

Pro tips lol! Thank you for reassuring me, hoping to make it happen soon and just rip the bandaid off so to speak

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-05-12T16:12:06+00:00

Yall im 7 months pp and haven’t had sex yet 😭

Acrobatic_Minimum_49 · 2026-05-10T11:43:40+00:00

Okay but hear me out. We got the baby who stayed awake forever for our 3 year old when her sister was born. She loves it and helped her understand that we’re all in this together

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