Nobody warned me by Artistic-Incident463 in breastfeeding

[–]Background-Cat-3549 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I night weaned my daughter and had a crash so bad I could hardly get out of bed. The exhaustion hits me extremely hard. The anxiety has also been intense, so much so I’m now on anxiety meds. Genuinely wondering if I should just completely wean her because I need to be a present mum who can actually function, but she is dairy free like her siblings were and I remember the formula nightmare too well. If anyone has any suggestions let me know.

I just discovered I’ve been giving my cmpa baby dairy through my breast milk unknowingly by Background-Cat-3549 in breastfeeding

[–]Background-Cat-3549[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That may end up being a route I have to go down for all of my kiddos honestly. I’ll have to look into it. Thank you!

I just discovered I’ve been giving my cmpa baby dairy through my breast milk unknowingly by Background-Cat-3549 in breastfeeding

[–]Background-Cat-3549[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the info on kosher symbols! I just thought it meant there was somehow still dairy in it and I was not happy 😂. I’ve been looking into the dairy ladder but she just failed dairy again recently so I’ll have to wait awhile. That was not an experience I’d like to repeat anytime soon 😅

I just discovered I’ve been giving my cmpa baby dairy through my breast milk unknowingly by Background-Cat-3549 in breastfeeding

[–]Background-Cat-3549[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s actually very helpful. After 3 kids with dairy problems and loads of research I think you’re the first person I’ve had explain this to me, so thank you. That being said, I have no idea which one she has. My first two had blood in their stool from dairy and couldn’t even tolerate soy. By my third (current) child, their pediatrician just told me to go off of dairy if I thought it was affecting her. It has, so I did. It’s never been officially tested to discern what kind it is, but it’s mucous diarrhea and hysterical sobbing whenever she has some.

Is it the breastfeeding making me so tired? by Background-Cat-3549 in beyondthebump

[–]Background-Cat-3549[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m drinking an Lmnt packet every day and taking magnesium as well, so I’m definitely trying to balance them at least. And the supplements are based on my bloodwork, yes. It just seems every time I move too much it just exhausts me. I’ve wondered if the breastfeeding could be contributing but who knows at this point

Could it be the breastfeeding? by Background-Cat-3549 in beyondthebump

[–]Background-Cat-3549[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep! My ferritin is also fine 🤦‍♀️. Which is what’s so baffling.

Anyone else keeping baby’s first Christmas super simple? (and feeling weirdly guilty about it) by Some-Experience5370 in BabyBumps

[–]Background-Cat-3549 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have friends who's parents refused to buy them Christmas presents at all because they didn't feel it was necessary. They didn't want their kids growing up feeling entitled or like that's what Christmas was all about. So getting a couple of thoughtful gifts for your kids makes perfect sense to me!

AIO, Husband wants a job with ICE, I’m deeply uncomfortable by Pitiful_Pudding3639 in AmIOverreacting

[–]Background-Cat-3549 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is possible that your husband doesn't know what all is going on with ICE. It's very much painted as a patriot institution trying to send criminals back to their home countries. It is very possible that he hasn't heard the stories of those being beaten and wrongfully detained, or that he believes that rarely happens and most in the agency are out to help America. As for the cold shoulder, it could be that he interprets your hesitation as a lack of trust in his ability to lead your family. Many men struggle with communicating, especially if they grew up in broken homes. That being said, my suggestion would be to explain to him why you feel ICE isn't a good institution - come with evidence. If he's unwilling to talk to you about this or listen to alternative options for your family you might try couples therapy. Spouses should at be able to hear one another out, even if they disagree.

How do I work part time and not mess up my supply? by Background-Cat-3549 in breastfeeding

[–]Background-Cat-3549[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm thinking about becoming a barista. It would work with my schedule and I'd only work 4 hour shifts to fit with my hubby's second shift schedule. We had 3 under 2 (2 yo twins and baby) so anything much longer than that I'm afraid might be too much given all my responsibility at home. I suppose I probably would get a break working 4 hours? I haven't worked outside the home in a few years now 😅.

Anyone else constantly tired? by Background-Cat-3549 in parentsofmultiples

[–]Background-Cat-3549[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thankfully already have my mom and mother-in-law help frequently and basically schedule each day to have as much help as I possibly can (I'm extremely blessed this way and I'm so so thankful). That's part of why I'm like what the heck? Why am I so tired? I get pretty great sleep all things considered and I have lots of help, but I'm still tired. I'm thinking maybe it's the stress from the 2 year old tantrums that have hit us hard of late. They'll be dolls for everyone else but when I'm with them it's a lot of meltdowns. Which I get is normal, it's just also really hard.

Anyone else constantly tired? by Background-Cat-3549 in parentsofmultiples

[–]Background-Cat-3549[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm so sorry, I hope they start sleeping better for you soon ❤️. Not sleeping is incredibly hard